Today's Message
Posted: Monday, April 7, 2025Call for Commencement Marchers and Volunteers
Marchers and volunteers are cordially invited to participate in Commencement on May 17 to support the Class of 2025 as the university celebrates our graduates' achievements. Please consider honoring our graduates by marching in the procession or serving as a volunteer to help with the graduate lineup and processional, assist in the Robing Room, distribute programs, take tickets, and more.
CEREMONIES BY ACADEMIC SCHOOL
9:00 a.m. School of the Professions Ceremony
Bachelor's, Master’s, and Advanced Graduate Certificates
1:00 p.m. School of Arts and Sciences Ceremony
Bachelor's, Master’s, and Advanced Graduate Certificates
5:00 p.m. School of Education including Individualized and Multidisciplinary Studies Ceremony
Bachelor's, Master’s, and Advanced Graduate Certificates
To register or to learn more, please visit the Marchers or Volunteers section of the Commencement website. Marcher registration also includes all platform party members and administrators. Marchers and volunteers may participate in more than one ceremony. Commencement rehearsals are required to ensure that ceremonies run smoothly and that all participants are knowledgeable in their roles and responsibilities.
Regalia rentals are available to order through the Barnes & Noble at Buffalo State Bookstore until Thursday, April 21. Marchers’ regalia rental pricing and loan request information are provided in the Regalia section of the Marchers web page. Contact Marybeth Keller general merchandise manager, or call (716) 878-5509 to place rental orders. A limited inventory of doctoral and master’s gowns, caps, and hoods may be available for loan through the Academic Affairs Office until Friday, May 2. Please contact Cathy Cook, administrative assistant 2, for more information and to place your order.
We look forward to seeing you at Commencement!
Submitted by: Kimberly J. Jackson
