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Graduates of the Class of 2022,
It’s official: the countdown to commencement has begun! Here’s what you need to know to prepare for the big day.
Doctoral, Master of Fine Arts, and Medical Professional Degree Candidate Ceremony
Friday, May 13, 2022 | Kohl Center | 5:30 p.m.
Graduates should arrive and be seated by 5:10 p.m. During the ceremony, we will recognize our Honorary Degree recipients, Krishna Ella ’93, Ernest Grant, and Keith Nosbusch ’74. Read more about their contributions to the Wisconsin Idea in this news story.
There are no tickets for the Friday ceremony, and guest seating is first come, first served. Graduates or guests needing assistance or accommodations at the Kohl Center should visit our accessibility resources to learn more. At Friday's ceremony, diploma covers will be distributed to graduates, and names will be read. Cap and gown rentals are available through the University Book Store.
Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Law Degree Candidate Ceremony
Saturday, May 14, 2022 | Camp Randall Stadium | Noon
Graduates should arrive and be seated by 11:20 a.m. This year's keynote speaker will be Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield ’75, representative of the United States of America to the United Nations.
There are no tickets for attendees, and seating is first come, first served. Check out the Camp Randall and shuttle maps as you plan for the celebration. Graduates or guests needing assistance or accommodations at Camp Randall should visit our accessibility resources to learn more.
Graduates participating in the Saturday ceremony will receive their diploma folder when they pick up their cap and gown rental at the University Book Store, except for business and engineering degree candidates, whose school or college will distribute their diploma folder to them at their respective celebrations. Business and engineering grads not attending their school or college celebration can pick up their folder at the University Book Store or the Registrar’s Office.
Not sure if you want to attend in person at Camp Randall? Seeking indoor accessibility accommodations? Join fellow graduates and families for ceremony watch parties at either Memorial Union or Union South.
Both ceremonies will be livestreamed to our commencement website via YouTube. Graduates, family members, and guests can catch the ceremony live, or the ceremony recording will be available for viewing after the event at any time.
Visit commencement.wisc.edu for additional information, including the graduate checklist, details on celebration events, FAQs, and more!
2022 Senior Class Gift
The Senior Class Office has selected the Green Fund as the Class of 2022 Senior Class Gift. The Green Fund is an initiative through the Office of Sustainability that helps fund various environment-related student-led initiatives and projects like energy-efficient greenhouse cooling systems and solar arrays in on-campus buildings. Learn more about the Senior Class Gift in this news story.
Capture the Moment
Check out the following three events to get your picture taken to commemorate your time at UW–Madison. Wear your cap and gown, and Badger attire is also encouraged! Don’t have your cap and gown yet? No problem, reserve yours today at the University Book Store.
Graduate Portraits
If you'd like to get a professional photo taken in your graduation attire, graduate portrait sessions will be held on May 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, and 11 at Memorial Union, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. See TITU for room location; pre-registration is recommended.
Photos with Abe
Take a photo with Abe at the top of Bascom Hill on May 2 and May 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date May 4). Save your spot today by signing up online.
Photos at the Arch
Get your photo taken under the Arch at Camp Randall on Thursday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Save your spot today by signing up online.
One free digital photo coupon will be provided for graduates who have photos taken at either Abe or the Arch. Be sure to tag your photo with #UWGRAD!
Save the Date: Senior Class Bash
Join fellow seniors at the Second Annual Senior Class Bash on Friday, April 22! Senior Bash will be held at the Memorial Union Terrace from 6–10 p.m. Enjoy live music, free food, games, professional photography, and other special surprises for seniors. Come join Bucky and grab a free brat on the Terrace to celebrate graduation!
Share Your Plans after Graduation
Will you work for a corporation or government agency? Pursue another degree? Start your own business? Please take a few minutes to update us at go.wisc.edu/21-22gradplans. Your confidential response and the responses of other graduates will be aggregated together so that we can tell other UW students and the citizens of Wisconsin more about the important contributions and accomplishments of UW–Madison graduates. Your information will also be used to improve our academic programs.
