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For Graduating Students

How do you order your cap and gown? When and where do you pick up regalia? What happens on Commencement day?

For Faculty

Everything you need to know about ordering your academic regalia and participating in Commencement.

Deadlines

March 24, 2023, CLOSED: Students must email academicrecords@clarku.edu if they missed the deadline and wish to rsvp for Commencement.
March 24, 2023, CLOSED: Students must email academicrecords@clarku.edu if they missed the deadline and need a (cap and gown)
April 28, 2023: Graduate Students must complete their survey
May 1, 2023: Faculty must email Sheri Davis to RSVP for Commencement
May 15, 2023: Undergraduate Students must complete their survey
May 16–17, 2023: Students must pick up their caps and gowns, between noon to 6 p.m. in Atwood Hall’s Blue Room (second floor)
May 20, 2023 Students Record Your Name for Commencement, a special service Clark uses to ensure we pronounce your name properly at Commencement. Email namecoach@clarku.edu for assistance.

Seating

With the DCU Center’s seating capacity of 10,000, there will no longer be any restriction on the number of people who can attend the ceremony.

Ticketing is to be announced.

Accessible Seating

Accessible seating information for the DCU Center and campus events are to be announced.

Etiquette

To ensure that all guests have a pleasant and enjoyable experience, please do not bring these items to Commencement:

Umbrellas (we encourage rain ponchos instead)
Backpacks
Balloons
Coolers
Food
Alcohol
Pets with the exception of certified service animals.
Bullhorns
Airhorns
Noisemakers
Signs or banners

Breakfast and Refreshments

Reserve a spot for family brunch or find a place on campus to grab a bite to eat.

Where to Eat

Gifts for Graduates

The Campus Store offers a wide variety of items, including many great gifts for graduates. Order online, or visit the Store on the first floor of the Shaich Family Alumni and Student Engagement Center:

Friday, May 17: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 18: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, May 19: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, May 20: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Order Online

Inclement Weather

If heavy rain or a thunderstorm is present just before the start of the procession, we will delay the start of Commencement.

Inclement Weather