We’re less than a month away from UHD’s 77th Commencement Ceremony, and we couldn’t be more excited. If you are walking across the stage at NRG on December 16, 2024, you won’t want to miss the fun events leading up to the big day. Before moving your tassel from right to left (don’t forget!), get the 411 on Fall 2024 Commencement by reviewing this orientation video.

Read on for a list of must-attend events for graduating Gators!

 

Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024

UHD’s Grad Fair 2024

3 p.m., UHD Academic Building (A300)

If you are graduating in Fall 2024, this event is just for you. Decorate your cap and gown, practice your interviewing skills in mock interviews, and get expert advice for preparing your resume. Learn more by clicking here.

 

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024

Fall 2024 Ring Ceremony

10 a.m., Wellness and Success Center (WSC)

Did you pre-order a class ring? Join fellow Gators at the Fall 2024 Ring Ceremony at the WSC. Be on the lookout for an email from UHD’s Alumni Relations with a link to register for the official ceremony. For questions about the Ring Ceremony and registration, please email the Office of Alumni Relations at [email protected].

Graduate Hooding Ceremony

3 p.m., Wellness and Success Center (WSC)

Calling all Gator Graduates! It’s time to celebrate all your hard work at UHD’s Graduate Hooding Ceremony at the WSC. All graduating master's degree earners can be formally “hooded” by their program faculty with the graduate regalia prior to commencement on Monday, December 16, 2024. Before purchasing your regalia, read this page to ensure you buy the correct color for your degree discipline.

Registration for the ceremony is required, so sign up by Thursday, November 21, 2024. Do you have questions regarding the Graduate Hooding Ceremony? You may email Emily Leffler, Executive Director, Academic Affairs at [email protected].

 

Friday, Dec. 13, 2024

Veterans Stole Ceremony

6:30 p.m., Wilhelmina Cullen Robertson Auditorium, A350

Are you a military veteran graduating in Fall 2024? UHD’s Office of Veterans Services invites you to a special ceremony at 6:30 p.m., Wilhelmina Cullen Robertson Auditorium. Graduating veterans will receive a free veteran stole during the ceremony. All are welcome to attend. A special reception will follow in room A300. If you can’t attend the ceremony, you may pick up your stole from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Dec. 9-12, in UHD’s Veterans Services Office, GSB 318.