Commencement Ceremony Details

Commencement ceremony ticket distribution will begin on Friday, March 13 at 9 a.m. The deadline to claim guest tickets is Friday, May 1.

Detailed instructions on how to claim tickets will be emailed to each eligible participant, as well as posted on the Ceremony Tickets webpage.

Graduates are asked to arrive in regalia at the Hollis Center, Rinker Field House one hour prior to their ceremony.

In preparation for the processional, graduates will be placed in alphabetical order by the degree they are receiving. All personal belongings must accompany graduates to the ceremony, so it is suggested to limit the number of items.

Faculty play an important role in the success of each commencement ceremony. It permits the community to recognize those who have contributed so greatly to the academic development and achievements of our graduates. All faculty are invited and encouraged to participate. 

Participating faculty are asked to arrive in regalia at the Hollis Center, Rinker Field House one hour prior to the start of the ceremony they are participating in.

Faculty and graduates will line up outside Hollis Center, Rinker Field House to begin their procession fifteen minutes prior to the start of each ceremony. The procession will walk down Bert Fish Ave to the Edmunds Center, where the platform party will join them. 

*Please note that access to the arena will pause for 10-15 minutes to allow for the procession to enter. Graduates will be announced on stage in alphabetical order for the degree they are receiving.

The Edmunds Center, Insight Credit Union Arena is accessible to all guests with seating available on the ground level and elevator access to the mezzanine.

Stetson University does not have the capacity to provide personal assistive devices such as wheelchairs or electric scooters to attendees; this is the responsibility of each individual/family. There are several local businesses in the surrounding area that offer wheelchairs, electric scooters and other assistive device rentals. Stetson University does not endorse any of these businesses.

Graduates and Faculty

If you foresee barriers or challenges regarding your participation in the Commencement ceremonies, please contact the Office of University Events ([email protected]) for assistance.

Friends and Family

Guests with disabilities who will require floor seating will need to make a reservation to ensure accommodation. Guests in this area will be allowed one companion. All guests and companions must provide a confirmed ticket number to request accommodation seating and attend the in-person event.

The Accessible Seating Request Form will be made available on Friday, March 13, 2026.

For additional questions or concerns, please contact the Office of University Events ([email protected]) for assistance.