Student Information
How do I order my cap and gown?
The deadline to order caps and gowns online has passed. There will be a sales site in Baker University Center room 366 on Friday, May 2nd from 7:30am - 9:30am and Saturday, May 3rd from 7:30am - 4pm.
How many guests can I bring?
There is no limit on the amount of guests and the event is not ticketed.
When should I arrive for my ceremony?
Friday, May 2nd, 9:30am Ceremony for Doctoral and Masters students
Check in will begin at 8am in the Convocation Center Garage
Saturday, May 3rd, 9:30am Ceremony for Undergraduate Students
Check in will begin at 8am in the Convocation Center Garage
Graduates should be checked in by 9:00am
Saturday, May 3rd, 4pm Ceremony for Undergraduate students
Check in will begin at 2:30pm in the Convocation Center Garage
Graduates should be checked in by 3:30pm
What side should my tassel be on?
To the right prior to degree conferral. Upon conferral, tassel is moved to the front left.
Where can I put my purse and coat during Commencement?
There is no place to store personal items such as coats, backpacks, or bags. Anything you bring you will need to carry through the ceremony. Backpacks, coats, and large purses will not be permitted onto the Commencement floor. Therefore, please arrange with family or friends to hold onto items you do not want to carry onto the Convocation Center floor.
For the safety and security of those attending commencement, all bags and packages entering the Convocation Center before and during the ceremonies are subject to inspection. This includes, but is not limited to purses, backpacks, camera bags, and diaper bags.