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The 2025 Spring University-wide Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at PPG Paints Arena beginning at 2:30 p.m. The ceremony is projected to last approximately 2.5 hours.

Be sure to also review your graduate's Commencement Checklist.

Guest Information

All the information family & friends need to prepare for Commencement.

Hotels & Lodging

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Parking & Transportation

Transportation to the Oakland Campus along with parking and shuttles for Commencement day can be found here.

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Ticketing

Tickets are required for guests and require a successfully completed registration.

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Entrance & Seating

Where guests enter, security policies and more.

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Celebration Graphics

It's time to celebrate in style!

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