Convocation and Commencement

Graduate School–New Brunswick Convocation
Sunday, May 19, 2013 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lot 53A, Busch Campus

All candidates for degrees should arrive by 9:00 a.m.

This must-attend graduation ceremony is an intimate event, where you’ll join with your graduating class and faculty to receive individual recognition. The GSNB Convocation will include the following festivities:

• Your name will be read.
• Your photograph will be taken.
• Doctoral candidates will be hooded and receive their degrees.
• You will celebrate with the students, faculty, and staff who have been alongside you during your studies.

For information about purchasing academic regalia, please contact the Rutgers University Bookstore at 732-246-8448.

Still have questions? Consult our Frequently Asked Questions.

247th Anniversary Commencement
Sunday, May 19, 2013 | 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
High Point Solutions Stadium, Busch Campus

Graduating from Rutgers means enjoying a multi-part ceremony. University Commencement, is a giant celebration with your fellow students from across the entire university and all three campuses. There, you will see your name scroll on the stadium's digital ribbon board and enjoy special videos such as graduate shout-outs to family and friends, photo montages, and more. With thousands of guests saluting the culmination of your achievement, it will be a day you will never forget.

Learn more about University Commencement.

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