Information for Graduating Students
Graduates from the School of Education and Human Sciences move on to serve the world in various capacities. Our graduates have taken teaching, leadership, and human science positions. Others have found themselves in research-focused or university-level faculty positions. Whichever path you choose to take, we know that you will leave KU better prepared to shape the world. Thank you for being a part of our legacy.
Let us help you to celebrate your success at KU
At this most significant and joyous ceremony of the academic year, we recognize those who have completed undergraduate and graduate degrees and those whose achievements are worthy of honorary degrees.
KU School of Education & Human Sciences 2023 Convocation
2023 Fall Recognition Ceremony
The School of Education and Human Sciences will hold its Fall Recognition Ceremony on December 9, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Lied Center of Kansas.
School of Education and Human Sciences students who complete degree requirements during the summer or fall semester are invited to be recognized individually in the fall recognition ceremony, held in December each year. The ceremony honors graduates from all programs for all degrees.
Tickets are not required for guests to attend the fall recognition ceremony. Graduates must wear a cap and gown to participate. Master's and doctoral students should bring their hoods.
Students must register with their KU online ID to participate.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas sponsored events. If you or a guest require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact the School of Education & Human Sciences at soehsconvocation@ku.edu.
2024 Convocation Ceremony
The School of Education and Human Sciences will hold its Spring Recognition Ceremony on Friday, May 10, 2024. Details will be released in the coming months.
Note: School of Education and Human Sciences students who complete, or have completed degree requirements during the summer 2023, fall 2023, spring 2024 or summer 2024 semester(s) are invited to be recognized individually and celebrate at the spring convocation. Summer graduates may participate in convocation if a program is completed the previous OR following summer semester. The ceremony honors graduates from all programs for all degrees. This is a separate event from the university-wide KU Commencement.
Students must register with their KU online ID to participate.
Visit protectku.edu for updates on mask requirements and other university COVID-19 policies.
2023 Fall Recognition Ceremony
The School of Education and Human Sciences will hold its Fall Recognition Ceremony on December 9, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Lied Center of Kansas.
School of Education and Human Sciences students who complete degree requirements during the summer or fall semester are invited to be recognized individually in the fall recognition ceremony, held in December each year. The ceremony honors graduates from all programs for all degrees.
Tickets are not required for guests to attend the fall recognition ceremony. Graduates must wear a cap and gown to participate. Master's and doctoral students should bring their hoods.
Students must register with their KU online ID to participate.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas sponsored events. If you or a guest require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact the School of Education & Human Sciences at soehsconvocation@ku.edu.
2024 Convocation Ceremony
The School of Education and Human Sciences will hold its Spring Recognition Ceremony on Friday, May 10, 2024. Details will be released in the coming months.
Note: School of Education and Human Sciences students who complete, or have completed degree requirements during the summer 2023, fall 2023, spring 2024 or summer 2024 semester(s) are invited to be recognized individually and celebrate at the spring convocation. Summer graduates may participate in convocation if a program is completed the previous OR following summer semester. The ceremony honors graduates from all programs for all degrees. This is a separate event from the university-wide KU Commencement.
Students must register with their KU online ID to participate.
Visit protectku.edu for updates on mask requirements and other university COVID-19 policies.
Application & Registration
1) Register to participate in the ceremony; and
2) Apply for graduation through the Office of the University Registrar.
3) Review the checklist
Register online
Apply for graduation
Review the checklist
The deadline to submit your registration to participate in the 2023 Spring Convocation Ceremony was Sunday, April 30, 2023.
Day of Ceremony Information
Guest Tickets
- At this time, no tickets are required for guests
Wardrobe
- Both ceremonies are formal events and graduates should arrive dressed in regalia (caps, gowns) and enter in a formal procession. Creative additions to regalia are not appropriate. Doctoral and master's degree recipients should also wear hoods. Graduation regalia can be purchased from the KU Bookstore.
Designated Seating
- Graduates will have a designated seating area and will be grouped by degree and department. Graduates will cross the stage and be individually recognized.
Photographs
- A professional photographer will take photographs and will email proofs of the photos, which then are available for purchase if desired. Guests are not able to get close to the stage during the ceremony to take photographs
Arrival Time
- Graduates should arrive 30 minutes prior to the ceremony; check in and pick-up name card. Guests should arrive no earlier than 45 minutes prior to the ceremony.
Special Accommodations
- Please let us know if graduates or guests require special assistance (ex: accessible seating, sign language interpreter, wheelchair seating, trouble with stairs, etc.) during the registration process
