SPRING COMMENCEMENT 2025
Thursday, May 22, 2025
If you would like to take part in the commencement ceremony by walking, kindly complete the form provided at this link.
Join the University of Utah to celebrate its graduates at the University Commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 22 at 4:00 p.m. KST at the IGC Auditorium. This in-person gathering honors graduating students from our colleges and schools across campus together during this university-wide event.
The University Commencement ceremony broadly honors the Class of 2025 as a whole. Graduates and attendees can anticipate words of congratulations from university administrators and student leaders; hear keynotes from the Commencement Speakers; receive a welcome from President Randall. All graduates and families and friends are encouraged to participate in the University Commencement ceremony as the University of Utah commends this milestone achievement in students’ lives.
The University Commencement ceremony is a non-ticketed event and seating is first come, first served. It is suggested that guests be seated by 3:45 p.m. as the processional will begin at 4:00 p.m. and the program will follow at approximately 4:30 p.m.
If you have additional questions, please email Dr. Randy McCrillis at randy.mccrillis@utah.edu.
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Register to walk on the commencement
- Thursday, May 22 Timeline
13:00 - 14:00 Student Rehearsal & Cap/Gown Pick-up
- Rehearsal is mandatory for all graduating students. If you cannot attend the rehearsal, please email Brian Byun (brian.byun@utah.edu)
16:00 Commencement
17:30 Reception Dinner
19:00 Return regalia
- Regalia
All graduates will be provided with the necessary regalia items, including caps, gowns, and honor cords, on the commencement day. Your regalia will be available for pick up starting at the rehearsal, and you must return them by 7 PM on the commencement day.
If you wish to rent the regalia for your own purposes, you must receive approval first. You will be responsible for returning the regalia to the rental company, and any damages or missing items may be charged to you directly. For more information, please get in touch with Sooyeon Chae (soo.chae@utah.edu).
- Office of Alumni Relations
Congratulations on your graduation from the University of Utah, and welcome to the U Alumni community! The Office of Alumni Relations exists to support your lifelong relationship with the U. We provide opportunities for alumni to connect with one another, engage in activities that are fun, enriching, and benefit the U, and foster education and advance alumni careers.
As you start your next adventures as a U graduate, know that there is a network of U alums to support you. Whether you're looking for a job connection, a community in a new city, or the best U Alumni events- we are here for you. Graduating isn't the end of your journey with the U- it's just the beginning! Learn more about U Alumni by visiting alumni.utah.edu.
Join @ Forever UTAH. Connect. Share. Inspire. Welcome to Forever Utah.
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Thursday, May 22 Timeline
12 -1 pm: Faculty rehearsal
- This is mandatory for all faculty to attend. If you cannot attend the rehearsal, please contact Brian Byun (brian.byun@utah.edu). Lunch will be provided.
4 pm: Commencement
2025 Commencement Speakers
Kathi Garff
Board Chair Ken Garff Automotive Group
Yong Kiel Sung
President of The University of Utah Korean Alumni Association
Mitzi M. Montoya, Ph.D.
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Jai Lee
Senior Vice President of UUKAA2025 Student Speaker
Anastasia (Nastya) Kornyukhina
Hyebin Yu
Commencement Program 2025
