Faculty Participation in Commencement
We extend our gratitude to all faculty members who participate in our Commencement ceremonies and help celebrate this important milestone for our graduates. Your presence adds a meaningful and personal touch to the experience.
All faculty members are invited to attend Commencement, whether volunteering in a specific role or simply celebrating from the designated faculty seating area.
RSVP and Regalia
All faculty planning to attend — whether hooding, serving in a college-specific role, or attending as a guest — must complete the Faculty RSVP Form. Faculty are also required to wear regalia at the ceremony.
Faculty who RSVP will receive specific instructions based on their participation role approximately one week before Commencement.
Faculty Roles at Commencement
1. Hooding:
Faculty members are welcome to volunteer to hood graduates during the ceremony.
- Planning Ahead: Faculty and graduates should coordinate ahead of time for a smooth experience.
- Ceremony Logistics: Hooding faculty will sit next to their designated student(s) on the ceremony floor. Please meet your graduate upon arrival.
- How to Hood: Watch the instructional video to review correct hooding procedures.
2. Faculty Seating:
Faculty who are not participating in hooding or other assigned roles are encouraged to attend and will have a designated seating area at the ceremony to celebrate our graduates.
For questions related to Commencement, please contact your College's Commencement Coordinator or email commencement@uky.edu.