We're only one month away from celebrating your accomplishments at Commencement! 

This email contains must-know information for Commencement, but it is important that you continue to review all of the latest information available at queens.edu/commencement.  

CEREMONY DETAILS:

The 2026 Commencement Ceremony is on Saturday, May 9, at 10:00 a.m.   

Graduates - Check In and Line Up at 8:00 a.m.

Please arrive at Young Dining Hall no later than 9:00 a.m. for check-in and to line up for the procession to the arena.

Students who participate in the Commencement Ceremony are expected to attend the entire program. Please anticipate no longer than a 2.5 hour program.  

If you are unable to participate in the ceremony, please notify the Registrar by emailing registrar@queens.edu.

Graduates who require accommodations for ceremony participation, including assistance with stairs, should contact Renee Wells at wellsr@queens.edu by April 25, 2026.

Ticketed Guests 

TO DO LIST:

Continue reading for details on the to-do items listed above as you prepare for your upcoming graduation. 

COMMENCEMENT TICKETING:

Walking Class of 2026 graduates will receive the following tickets to share with their guests: 

All we need from you beforehand is to let us know if you will not need your commencement tickets.

Follow this link to our form for declining your tickets. You may decline all or a portion of your tickets.  

REGALIA:

All graduates are required to wear appropriate regalia for Commencement and Baccalaureate ceremonies. The deadline to order your regalia has passed. If you have not purchased your regalia, please go in person to the Bookstore ASAP. If you are not local, please contact the Bookstore at bookstore@queens.edu.

PARKING:

For Graduates - Please use the button below to download and print your parking pass. Each graduate is allotted one car into the Byrum Parking Deck with this pass.

For Guests -  If you have not done so already, be sure to register for your guest parking passes. The registration can be accessed through the button below. Each graduate may register up to two guest vehicles, which must be pre-registered to park in designated lots within walking distance of campus. 

The registration link will be open through April 27.

NAME PRONUNCIATION FORM:

Please complete the Name Pronunciation Form located under the Student Information section on the Commencement website.  

This will help our speakers accurately pronounce your name during the conferring of degrees. A special moment we want to get just right! 

EVENTS:

Queens is thrilled to host a variety of ceremonies and celebrations to honor our diverse class of graduates! Mark your calendar and make plans to attend the following:

Be sure to read and bookmark the Commencement Schedule of Events page, as it will be regularly updated with all the latest information about upcoming events and celebrations. 

SENIOR CLASS GIFT:

Queens is built on generosity. From scholarships to research grants and classroom renovations, your experience was undeniably shaped by gifts from alumni and friends. Today, 36 members of the class have already honored their time at Queens by making a gift. Many have supported the Queens Fund, the throughline that touches every student, fills in where needed, and bridges gaps to make dreams possible.

As a member of the Class of 2026, you are invited to leave your mark by supporting the Queens Fund or a program that means the most to you. As a thank you, if you give $20.26 or more, you will receive a cord to wear at graduation. Make your gift today!

QUESTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION:

Commencement is only 30 days away — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 

Have Questions? Visit the Commencement website or email us at commencement@queens.edu for any questions or additional information.

After graduation, the alumni team stays in touch so you can attend alumni events, participate in service and networking opportunities, join us for reunions, and stay connected to Queens.   

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