Etiquette and Protocols

• Only graduates are permitted in the graduate seating area and able to proceed across the stage.
• Cell phones should be turned off or operate in silent mode during the ceremony.
• The following items are not permitted on campus for Commencement:
  • Noisemakers of any kind
  • Balloons
  • Silly String
  • Confetti
  • Glitter
  • Flash photography
• All candidates should plan to meet their guests outside the venue after the ceremony. Guests will be asked to exit to meet your graduate so we can prepare for the next ceremony.

Respecting your fellow graduates

Out of respect for your fellow graduates, all commencement participants will remain seated until the conclusion of the ceremony.