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Ceremony Schedule

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December 16, 2022 at 9 A.M. and 2 P.M.

Doors open one hour prior to the ceremony.

Graduates must arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the ceremony.

Attire

  • Business attire beneath the gown is recommended.
  • Underneath the arena floor is a layer of ice, so it can be chilly. Please dress accordingly.
  • Bachelor's degree candidates: Wear the tassel over the right front of the cap.
  • Graduate and doctoral degree candidates: Wear the tassel over the left front of the cap.
Please order your cap and gown through the Bookstore: unobookstore.com/cap_gown_timeline.asp

Programs

  • Commencement programs will be available for guests to pick up at the ceremony.
  • Each graduate will have a program on their chair in the arena.
  • A digital program will be available on the website prior to the ceremony.

Future Ceremonies

  • Fall/December 2022 Commencement: December 16, 2022 | 9 A.M. and 2 P.M.
  • Spring/May 2023 Commencement: May 19, 2023 | 9 A.M. and 2 P.M.
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