Events
Learn more about all the events surrounding graduation.
Commencement is a ceremony held for all graduates to participate in. President Tuminez
speaks to the graduating class and will be joined by our guest speaker in congratulating
all the graduates on their hard work. The ceremony includes a processional, pomp and
circumstance, the awarding of honorary degrees, and confetti canons. All graduates
are encouraged to participate in this ceremony.
Graduates participating in the convocation ceremonies will walk with other graduates
in their specific school or college. This is the ceremony where students’ names are
read as they walk across the stage and receive a diploma cover. Most families choose
to attend this ceremony.
Can I walk in a different convocation than assigned?
Graduates are welcome to select the convocation that works best for their individual
situation. When the graduate knows which convocation they would like to attend they
will need to let the graduation office know. The graduation office will be able to
instruct you on next steps.
Secondary Education degree walking?
Graduates earning a secondary education degree will walk with the college/school that
contains their emphasis. If they would rather, those graduates are welcome to participate
with the School of Education but that is not the default school they are assigned
to walk with.
Who can participate in walking?
Graduates from the Summer 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2025 are invited to attend the
Spring 2025 graduation ceremonies. Summer 2025 graduates are welcome to attend on
an exception basis. This means they can walk but cannot walk with honors.
Can my family member walk with me?
Family members are not permitted to walk in the ceremony with their graduate unless
they themselves are also graduating from UVU during that academic year.
Can a family pet walk with me?
Service animals are the only animals permitted to walk with graduates in the ceremonies.
Graduates wishing to have their service animal with them during the ceremonies will
need to contact the Accessibility Services Center.
Regalia - CAP AND GOWN
Learn about what you should be wearing for graduation.
Can I borrow my cap and gown from family or friends?
Yes, if it matches the UVU approved attire: Please see Approved Regalia Page
How do I get graduation regalia (cap, gown, etc.)?
Graduates can purchase graduation regalia (cap, gown, etc.) at a discounted price
at Grad Fest held in the Spring term. They may also purchase their regalia online
on the Jostens website. (
NO RENTALS: UVU and Jostens do not rent graduation regalia.)
Purchase Cap and Gown
How do I get my program distinction cords?
Cords are given to students who have participated in extracurricular activities across
campus. Cords are not used to signify any honors. See what cords you may qualify for:
PROGRAM DISTINCTION CORDS
How do I get academic honors medallions?
Honors medallions are given to signify students have received academic honors (Associate
degree: Honors; High Honors. Bachelor degree: Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, and Summa
Cum Laude. Masters degrees do not qualify for honors). Honors medallions are only
given to students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.6 or higher. See more details below:
ACADEMIC HONORS MEDALLION
Am I permitted to decorate my cap/mortarboard?
Can I wear something besides my cap and gown?
Commencement: All graduating students must wear approved regalia (cap and gown) only.
Convocation: Specific colleges/schools have approved regalia items that may fall outside the approved
standard. Please check with your specific school/college if you have additional questions.
Do I need to pre-order to attend Grad Fest?
No need to pre-order, students can purchase directly at the event and checkout. If
students need regalia before or after Grad Fest they should purchase directly from
the Campus Store (before the ceremony) or through Jostens.com (after the ceremony)
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