Commencement Information

Registrar's Office

Tickets 

Tickets are not required for the exercises held in the Academic Quadrangle. In case of rain, however, Commencement will be held in the Fieldhouse. Each graduate will receive 5 tickets for the indoor ceremony when they pickup their cap and gown. Guests who do not have tickets may view the ceremony by closed circuit TV at the Weis Center.

Special / Disabled Seating: 

Disabled seating is available for guests. Please telephone the Commencement Office, (570) 577-1192, to make arrangements. Our guests should also be advised that the outdoor ceremony is held in an unshaded area.

Photographs 

A professional photographer will be taking photos of the graduates receiving their diploma. A video of the ceremony is also available for purchase. Furthermore, a photo area has been established for both the indoor and outdoor Commencement ceremonies. Only individuals with cameras will be allowed enter the photo area.

Additional information on Commencement is available on the Commencement website.

For more information regarding Graduation at Bucknell please call 570-577-1201. 

For information about specific Commencement events please contact the Office of Reservations and Conference Services at 570-577-1192.