Commencement Exercises

Graduates are to report in cap and gown at 1 p.m., Saturday, December 12, Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center, Auxiliary Gym..

Cap and gown must be worn. Tassels are worn on the right side of the cap at all times. Master's and Ph.D. candidates are asked to bring their hoods to Commencement Exercises. Do not wear the hood. You will be hooded on stage by the Dean of the Graduate School when you receive your diploma. Graduates are not required to return academic apparel following Commencement Exercises.

Graduates are to be lined up for the Academic Procession, behind the stage, by 1:15 p.m. The procession begins promptly at 1:30 p.m., and you will proceed to your designated seat on the floor of the Greehey Arena. Staff will be on hand to assist you.

Guest tickets are required as seating in the Alumni Athletics & Convocation Center, Bill Greehey Arena is limited. Please note that handicap seating is limited so disabled guest are encouraged to arrive early. Out-of town guests of graduates may review a list of San Antonio hotels and make reservations by visiting the San Antonio Convention & Visitor Bureau at www.sanantoniocvb.com.

Commencement lasts an average of two and half to three hours depending on the number of graduates and length of addresses given.