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Commencement
Saturday, May 23, 2020

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Commencement Events

  • Schedule of Events

    We have a variety of exciting events lined up to celebrate the momentous event. Don't miss out!

  • Ceremony

    Saturday, May 18, 2019 – East Campus Athletic Village, 8:15 a.m.
    The 213th Commencement Ceremony will be held rain or shine and last approximately three hours.

  • President’s Picnic

    The President’s Picnic for the Graduates is an informal gathering for graduates and their families to celebrate their accomplishments at Rensselaer.

  • President’s Commencement Colloquy

    Join The Honorable Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D., and the 2019 Honorary Degree Recipients as they come together to have a discussion.

  • Ph.D. Hooding Exercise

    A hooding exercise will be conducted at the President’s Breakfast to celebrate the start of Commencement and to prepare Ph.D. candidates before they process to earn their degrees.

  • Commissioning Ceremonies

    Commissioning signifies the beginning of students' active military service as officers in the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

  • School and Department Events

    Find out when and where individual schools and departments will be holding events surrounding Commencement.
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