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Ways to Support at May 2026 Commencement

Looking for a way to be involved in May 2026 Commencement? We have some great opportunities for you. Sign up to volunteer by May 1.

  • published: 2026/04/13
  • contact: UNO Events - Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications
  • email: unoevents@unomaha.edu
Durango in a graduation cap

Show your #MavSpirit by volunteering for Commencement!

Thanks for your desire to support our alumni-to-be at May 2026 Commencement. We look forward to seeing you at Baxter Arena on May 7 and May 8!


Commencement Schedule: May 7 & 8

May 7 Ceremony Details

6 P.M. Ceremony: Graduate Commencement and Doctoral Hooding Ceremony

May 8 Ceremony Details

9 A.M. Ceremony: College of Arts and Sciences; College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences; and College of Engineering (UNL).

3 P.M. Ceremony: College of Business Administration; College of Public Affairs and Community Service; College of Information Science & Technology; and College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media.


Call for Volunteers

Want to help behind the scenes at Commencement? We have several roles available to help our graduates on their big day!

Once you have signed up via the form, we will send a follow-up email to all of those who plan to help with more details about rehearsal/walk-through, day-of expectations, and more.

Please Sign Up by May 1



Questions

Have a question? Please reach out to the UNO Events Team at unoevents@unomaha.edu.

The Commencement website is also a great source of information about the big day.

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