Commencement Day's activities culminate with the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 2 in the Koehler Fitness and Recreation Complex. No tickets are necessary to attend.
Afternoon Schedule
- 2 p.m. - Doors open to Koehler. This event is always well attended, so if prefer seating toward the front, please plan accordingly. However, there is plenty of seating to accommodate everyone who attends.
- 2:15 p.m. - Students must report to the Student Recreation side of Koehler. Caps, gowns, and hoods are required to participate in Commencement. Staff will be on-hand to help you prepare for the procession.
- 3 p.m. - The formal procession will begin promptly. Guests should be seated and ready for the procession.
Disability Accommodations
- Parking for individuals with disabilities will be available in front (east side) and behind the Koehler Fitness and Recreation Complex (west side).
- Closed captioning is available during the ceremonies.
- Please contact Office of Accommodation and Inclusion, at 419-434-5532 if you would like additional accommodations.
Arch Ceremony
Immediately following the conclusion of the undergraduate ceremony will be the traditional arch ceremony. A recessional will be played, and graduates will be led in a formal line of march through the Griffith Memorial Arch in front of Old Main, marking the completion of their time at the University of Findlay and their entry into the world beyond.
Loved ones are encouraged to leave Koehler immediately after the Commencement Ceremony is completed and walk to the front lawn of Old Main to watch their student participate in this beloved campus tradition.