2026 Commencement
The 2026 Commencement for the School of Public Health and Health Professions will be held on May 14 in UB Alumni Arena.
What time should students arrive to check-in for commencement?
Students may begin the check-in process at 3:30 p.m. if they have pre-registered to participate. Anyone who does not pre-register can arrive at 3 p.m. and check-in with the late registration booth.
Where do students check in?
Students should proceed to the Edward Wright Practice Facility (Triple Gym) for robing. This area is located on the ground floor of Alumni Arena-Room 76.
How long will the ceremony last?
The ceremony is two hours.
Are tickets required for the ceremony?
Yes, each student will receive a maximum of 8 tickets.
Will a reception follow the commencement ceremony?
There is no formal reception following the ceremony. Grab-and-go UB cookies will be available for the graduates and their guests to take with them.
Notice
Deliberate disruption or prevention of the peaceful and orderly conduct of classes, lectures, events, meetings and other University activities is strictly prohibited.
Ceremony Contact
Jillian Reading, PhD
Assistant Dean/Director of Student Affairs
416 Kimball Tower
Email: jreading@buffalo.edu