Commencement Checklist and Reminders

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Submit a completed Application for Degree
Pick up cap, gown and announcements at Grad Finale or Bookstore
Remember: Do not bring any personal items with you (purses, cameras, etc.). to Mass or Commencement because you cannot carry them in the procession.

Arrive at Loyola Science Center by 9:30 a.m.
Bring your color-coded numbered placement card.
Bring your gown with hood as well as your cap with tassel. All Doctorate candidates will carry their robe and hood.
Meet your guests on the Commons or at the Reception after the ceremony.

Arrive at Moehgan Sun Arena by 10:45 a.m.
You must bring your color-coded, numbered placement card.
Enter through the East Gate.
Have your cap, gown and hood.
Carry-in bags & pocketbooks (yours and your guests) will be spot checked by Arena security.
Food & drinks are not to be brought in.
Approximate time of ceremony is 3 hours (12:00 to 3:00 pm).
A snack and water will be available to you in the line-up area. Please do not bring them into the ceremony.
Bathrooms in the line-up area are limited. The main bathroom is Room 179/180.
Do not bring extra items that you would have to carry in your hands (cameras, purses, etc.)
You will meet your guests outside the Arena after the commencement ceremony. Students in the honors programs and CAS will exit through the East Gate; PCPS and KSOM students will exit through the West Gate. To link up with your family quickly given the congestion, pick a spot to meet in the parking lots away from the Arena building.
Enjoy the day!