Thursday, April 30, 2026
5:00 PM
UCCU Center
Convocation Itinerary
Smith College of Engineering and Technology
*Please remember you and your guests will be entering through security checks. Please bring only essential items with you and follow the clear bag policy.
Processional Lineup
4 pm: Plan to arrive dressed in your cap and gown. Please enter the UCCU Center on the west side, ground level.
Guest Seating
Doors open 60 minutes prior to your ceremony. Your friends and family should be in their seats by 4:50 pm to ensure they see the graduate processional enter the arena.
College Ceremony
*Approximately 75-90 minutes
5 pm
Processional: Graduates and faculty enter the UCCU Center arena and proceed to their seats.
Program: Dean Keith Mulbery and other speakers address the graduating class.
Name Reading: Each graduate’s name and the degree are displayed and announced as they walk across the stage to receive their diploma cover. Graduates then return to their seats until all graduates’ names have been read.
Please plan to stay for the entire ceremony. Leaving early is disruptive and disrespectful to those awaiting their moment.
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Maps & Parking
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Accessibility
Visit the Ceremony page or the FAQ page for more information about UVU’s commencement and convocation ceremonies.
UVU has partnered with Pro Pics to take professional portraits of all graduates during the ceremonies. Photos will be available for purchase after the ceremony. There is no cost to have your photo taken and no obligation to purchase. If you would like to receive your photo proofs, please go to www.UVUphotos.com to register and upload a selfie. If you have any questions regarding photos, contact Pro Pics at [email protected]
To ensure graduates are fully recognized during their college and school ceremony, UVU uses Tassel software to assist those reading names. Keep an eye on your UVU email for instructions on how to use Tassel and ensure your loved ones and friends hear your name loud and clear!
