Spring Recognition Ceremonies

Spring recognition ceremonies hosted by our colleges, schools, departments and programsÌýare listed below alphabetically by the unit name.ÌýEach listing contains basic information (date, time and location) to assist with travel and schedule planning during commencement.Ìý Additional details including specific timing, reception details, and unit webpage links will be added as received by the hosting unit.ÌýÌý

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Aerospace Engineering Sciences

Anthropology

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7Ìýp.m.
  • Norlin West Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Renee Kuban

Applied Mathematics

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Mary Rippon Theatre
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Gabriella Kirkley

Art &ÌýArt History

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 fromÌý12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Visual Arts Complex (VAC) Plaza
    Reception to precede ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Jean Goldstein

Arts & Sciences Honors Convocation

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7Ìýp.m.
  • Macky Auditorium (MCKY)
    Reception to follow from 7:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Sewell Field.
  • Contact: Kimberly Quiñonez

Asian Languages &ÌýCivilizations

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3Ìýp.m.
  • Eaton Humanities (HUMN) -ÌýRoom 1B50
    Reception to follow ceremony in Humanities 170 Living Room.
  • Contact: Asuka Morley

Asian Studies, Center for

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
  • Center for Academic Success & Engagement (CASE) - Room E422
    Reception to follow ceremony in the CASE Chancellor's Hall.
  • Contact: Liza Williams

Astrophysical & Planetary Sciences

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Fiske Planetarium & Science Center (FISK)
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Brittney Washington

ATLAS Institute / Creative Technology & Design (CTD) Programs (Graduate Ceremony)

  • Friday, May 1, 2026Ìýfrom 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Visual Arts Complex (VAC) Plaza
    Reception to precede ceremonyÌýin the Roser ATLAS Center Lobby.
  • Contact: ATLAS Administration

ATLAS Institute / Creative Technology & Design (CTD) Programs (Undergraduate Ceremony)

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Visual Arts Complex (VAC) Plaza
    Reception to follow ceremony in the Visual Arts Complex (VAC) Plaza.
  • Contact: ATLAS Administration

Atmospheric &ÌýOceanic Sciences (ATOC)

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Sustainability, Energy and Environment Community Building (SEEC) - C120 Auditorium
    Reception to follow ceremony in SEEC Lobby.
  • Contact: Laurie Conway

Biochemistry

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • J.S. Caruthers Biotechnology Building (BIOT) - West Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Kristen Roy

Biomedical Engineering Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • University Memorial Center - Glenn Miller Ballroom
    Reception to follow ceremony in UMC South Terrace Tent.
  • Contact: Jacqueline Thomas

Business, Leeds School ofÌý(Graduate Ceremony)

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
    Doors open for seating at 11Ìýa.m. Ceremony begins at 12 p.m. Reception to follow ceremony on Engebretsen Quad.
  • CU Events Center (EVNT)
  • Contact:ÌýEmail Leeds GraduationÌý

Business, Leeds School ofÌý(Undergraduate Ceremony)

Ceremony No. 1: Accounting and Finance

Graduates with multiple areas of emphasis, with one being Accounting or Finance, are assigned to Undergraduate Ceremony No. 1.

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
    Doors open for seating at 3 p.m. Ceremony begins at 3:30 p.m. Reception to follow ceremony on the Engebretsen Quad.
  • CU Events Center (EVNT)
  • Contact:ÌýEmail Leeds Graduation

Ceremony No. 2: Business Analytics, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainable Business.

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    Doors open for seating at 6Ìýp.m. Ceremony begins at 7 p.m. Reception to follow ceremony on Engebretsen Quad.
  • CU Events Center (EVNT)
  • Contact:ÌýEmail Leeds Graduation

Chemical & Biological Engineering

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. -Ìý3 p.m.
  • J.S. Caruthers Biotechnology Building (BIOT) -ÌýWest Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: James Trujillo

Chemistry

  • Saturday, May 2 2026 from 12 p.m. -Ìý3 p.m.
  • Cristol Chemistry Building (CHEM) -ÌýRoom 140
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Jay BolanÌý

Cinema Studies & Moving Image Arts

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 fromÌý4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Visual Arts Complex (VAC) Plaza
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Kendra Nelson

CivilÌý& Architectural Engineering

Environmental Engineering graduatesÌý(BS, MS, PhD) should attend the Environmental Engineering Program ceremony.

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. -Ìý8 p.m.
  • Business Field
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Andraa von Boeselager

Classics

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3Ìýp.m.
  • Eaton Humanities (HUMN) -ÌýRoom 150
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Brian Gordon

Computer Science

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Engebretson Quad
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location
  • Contact: Nicole Morris

Creative Technology & Design ProgramÌý(see ATLAS Institute)

Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (EBIO)

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11 p.m. - 2 p.m.
    Reception to follow in same location.
  • Macky Auditorium (MCKY)
  • Contact: Robert Wade-Gasca

Economics

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Recreation Center (REC) -ÌýUpper Gymnasium
    Reception to follow ceremony on Sewall Lawn.
  • Contact: Kit Colombo

Education, School of

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Macky Auditorium (MCKY)
    Reception to follow ceremony on Sewall Lawn.
  • Contact: Sara McDonald

Electrical, ComputerÌý&ÌýEnergy Engineering

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 1 p.m. - 4Ìýp.m.
  • Macky Auditorium (MCKY)
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Lori Meehan

Engineering Management Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Benson Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Mylee McQuillin

English

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 a.m. -Ìý8 p.m.
  • Mary Rippon Theatre
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Bobby Balke

Environmental Design, Program in

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 1 p.m. -Ìý4 p.m.
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Recreation Center (REC) -ÌýUpper Gymnasium
  • Contact: Kylee Thomas

Environmental Engineering Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • J.S. Caruthers Biotechnology Building (BIOT) -ÌýWest Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Heather Mallander

Environmental Studies

Ceremony celebrates graduates from Environmental Studies, Masters of the Environment (MENV) and Masters of Outdoor Recreation Economy.

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • University Memorial Center - Glenn Miller Ballroom
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Bobbie Bryant

Ethnic Studies

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 Ìýfrom 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Folsom Field (STAD) -ÌýByron R. White Stadium Club Level (South Side)
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Ix Chel Bueno

Film Studies (see Cinema Studies &ÌýMoving Image Arts)

Finish What You Started

  • Sunday, April 26, 2026 open house - All Day
  • Continuing Education - Room 120
  • Contact: Ann Herrmann

French & Italian

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. -Ìý3 p.m.
  • Eaton Humanities (HUMN) -ÌýRoom 250
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Tish Clendenen

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. -Ìý3 p.m.
  • Norlin West Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Karen Weingarten

Geological Sciences

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. -Ìý3 p.m.
  • Benson Lawn
    Reception to follow ceremony in Benson Earth Sciences building.
  • Contact: Anne Marie Summers

Germanic &ÌýSlavic Languages &ÌýLiteratures

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Eaton Humanities (HUMN) - Room 170
    Reception to follow ceremony on Norlin West Lawn.
  • Contact: Sara Bredengerd

History

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3Ìýp.m.
  • Mary Rippon Theatre
    Reception to follow ceremony in Muenzinger Courtyard.
  • Contact: Kellie Matthews

Humanities Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • University Memorial Center (UMC) -ÌýRoom 235
  • Contact: Ellen Napodano

Integrated Design Engineering Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Kittredge Central (KCEN) -ÌýMultipurpose Room
  • Contact: Beverly Grindstaff

IntegrativeÌýPhysiology

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • CU Events Center (EVNT)
  • Contact: Brandon Michieli

International Affairs Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Limelight Hotel
  • Contact: Eileen Brown

International Student & Scholar Services

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • C4C - Abrams Lounge
  • Contact: Paige Progar

Jewish Studies, Program in

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Center for Academic Success & Engagement (CASE) - Auditorium
    Reception to follow ceremony in the CASE Chancellor's Hall.
  • Contact: Katie Larson

Law, School of

  • Friday, May 8, 2026
  • Macky Auditorium (MCKY)
  • Contact: Law Events

Linguistics

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 fromÌý12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Muenzinger Psychology Building (MUEN) - Room E050
    Reception to follow in the Muenzinger Courtyard.
  • Contact: Katlyn Econom

Masters of the Environment (MENV) (see Environmental Studies)

Masters of Outdoor Recreation Economy (see Environmental Studies)

Masters of Science in Data Science (MS-DS)

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Recreation Center (REC) -ÌýUpper Gymnasium
  • Contact: Emily Musumecci

Masters of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) Reception

MSOL will hold a reception only, no ceremony.Ìý Graduates are encouraged to attend the university commencement ceremony.ÌýÌý

  • Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • University Memorial Center (UMC) - Room 235
  • Contact: Celleny Juarez

Materials Science & Engineering Program

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4Ìýp.m. - 7Ìýp.m.
  • Sustainability, Energy and Environment Community (SEEC) Building - C120 Auditorium
  • Contact: Danielle Dworak

Mathematics

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. -Ìý8 p.m.
  • Mathematics Building (MATH) -ÌýRoom 100
    Reception to follow on Math Courtyard.
  • Contact: Autumn Franklin-Phillips

Mechanical Engineering

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
  • ​CU Events Center (EVNT)
  • Contact: Kassue Van Pelt

Military Cord Ceremony

  • Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Flatiron House
  • Contact: Stewart Elliott

Communication, Media, Design & Information,ÌýCollege of (CMDI)

Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology (MCDB)

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. -Ìý3 p.m.
  • Recreation Center (REC) -ÌýUpper Gymnasium
  • Contact: Aileen Kohlerschmidt

Museum & Field Studies

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Henderson Museum of Natural History
  • Contact: Traci McDonald

Music, College of

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 3:30 p.m. - 6:30Ìýp.m.
  • IMIG Music Building (MUS) -ÌýGrusin Music Hall
    Reception to follow ceremony in IMIG E160.
  • Contact: Rebecca Yoho

Neuroscience (see Psychology & Neuroscience)

Philosophy

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Muenzinger Psychology Building (MUEN) - Room E050
  • Contact: Alexander Beard

Physics

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • University Memorial Center (UMC) -ÌýGlenn Miller Ballroom
  • Contact: Maria Martinez

Political Science

  • Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Macky Auditorium (MCKY)
  • Contact: Kaysie Larson

Public Health

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. -Ìý7 p.m.
  • Eaton Humanities (HUMN) -ÌýRoom 1B50
  • Contact: Owen Sanchez

Psychology &ÌýNeuroscience

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
    Reception to follow ceremony on Engebretson Quad.
  • ​CU Events Center (EVNT)
  • Contact: Dana Stauffer

Religious Studies

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Norlin Library (LIBR) - Center for British & Irish Studies Room
  • Contact: Ellen Napodano

Sociology

  • Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 9Ìýa.m. -Ìý12 p.m.
  • Recreation Center (REC) -ÌýUpper Gymnasium
  • Contact: Sierra Williams

Spanish & Portuguese

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Hale Science Building - Room 270
    Reception to follow ceremony on the McKenna Building Patio.
  • Contact: Shannon Markusen

Speech, LanguageÌý&ÌýHearing Sciences

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 4Ìýp.m. - 7Ìýp.m.
  • Limelight Hotel
    Reception to follow ceremony in same location.
  • Contact: Abi Peters

Student Academic Success Center (SASC)

  • Sunday, April 24, 2026 Time TBA
  • University Memorial Center (UMC) -ÌýRoom 235
  • Contact: Lisa Anderson

Theatre & Dance

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • University Theatre Building - Roe Green Theatre
    Reception to follow inÌýRoe Green Theatre lobby.
  • Contact: Madysen Hunter

Women & Gender Studies

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 fromÌý12 p.m. - 3Ìýp.m.
  • Center for Academic Success & Engagement (CASE) - Auditorium
    Reception to follow on University Club lawn.
  • Contact: Kai Blake-Leibowitz

For event information such as parking, on-campus transportation and accessibility accommodations, please see our Families & GuestsÌýSection.Ìý

Cultural & Affinity Commencement Celebrations

  • Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Graduation
    Hosted by the Alumni Association and the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC)
    Friday, May 9 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
    Koenig Alumni Center
  • Black Graduation
    Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC) and the Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS)
    Saturday, May 10 from 1Ìýp.m. - 4 p.m.
    Koenig Alumni Center
  • Finish What You Started Graduation Reception
    Hosted by the Division of Continuing Education
    Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
    Continuing Education Center (CEDU) - Room 140
    Contact: Finish What You Started Program
  • First Generation Celebration
    In partnership with the Chancellor's Office and the Office of First-Generation Programs and Enrichment
    Monday, April 21 from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
    Koenig Alumni Center
  • Golden Buffalo Marching Band Graduation
    Hosted by the Alumni Association
    Saturday, May 10Ìýfrom 5Ìýp.m. - 7 p.m.
    Koenig Alumni Center
  • International Student Graduation Reception
    Hosted by the International Student and Scholar Services office
    Friday, May 9, 2025 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
    Tent on University Club Lawn
    Contact: International Student and Scholar Services
  • Latinx Graduation
    Hosted by the Alumni Association and the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC)
    Thursday, May 8Ìýfrom 4Ìýp.m. - 7Ìýp.m.
    Koenig Alumni Center
  • Lavender Graduation
    Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Pride Office andÌýthe LGBTQ Studies Program
    Friday, May 9Ìýfrom 10Ìýa.m. - noon
    Koenig Alumni Center

  • Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC) and the Center for Native American and Indigenous Studies (CNAIS) and Forever Buffs American Indian
    Friday, May 9Ìýfrom 5Ìýp.m. - 8 p.m.
    Koenig Alumni Center

ROTC Commissioning Ceremonies

ROTC units based at the ¶¶Òõ´«Ã½ÔÚÏß host these events to celebrate the commissioning of their recent graduates.ÌýÌý

  • Air Force ROTC Commissioning
    Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m
    University Memorial Center (UMC) - Glenn Miller Ballroom
    Reception to follow on UMC South Terrace.
    Contact: Margaret Debus
  • Army ROTC Commissioning
    Friday, May 9, 2025 Ìýfrom 9:00Ìýa.m. - noon
    Hale Science Building – Room 270
    Reception to follow on Norlin West Lawn.
    Contact: Meggan Foster
  • Naval ROTC Commissioning
    Friday, May 9, 2025 from 8:30Ìýa.m. - noon
    Folsom Stadium (STAD) - Byron R. White Club Level (North Side)
    Contact: Jenn Kaaoush