2026 CAS Commencement
Congratulations, Graduating Ducks!
Welcome to the 2026 CAS Commencement home page! This will be your one-stop shop for CAS-related commencement details, logistics and your place to RSVP for the ceremonies.
- The College of Arts and Sciences will hold three separate commencement ceremonies on Monday, June 15, 2026. The ceremonies will cluster graduates by academic divisional area.
- The three groups include undergraduate Humanities and Social Sciences majors, Natural Sciences majors, and master's and PhD students. Below is a list of majors associated with each ceremony.
- All ceremonies will include individual recognition of graduates, who will cross the stage as names are called and receive diploma covers. Only the master's and PhD ceremony includes hooding for PhD candidates.
- The University will hold its main commencement celebration beginning at 9 a.m. at Autzen Stadium on June 15. Families are invited to attend both the CAS and UO ceremonies. All ceremonies are optional.
- For general information about commencement, please visit UO Commencement website. If you have specific UO commencement-related questions or concerns, email commencement@uoregon.edu.
- For more information about the CAS ceremonies, please read our Frequently Asked Questions.
Key Information for Graduating CAS Students
Time, Date, Location
- The Humanities and Social Sciences undergraduate ceremony is taking place at Autzen Stadium, at 11:30 to 1:30 pm, on Monday June 15th.
- The Natural Sciences undergraduate ceremony is taking place at Autzen Stadium, at 2:30 to 4:30 pm, on Monday June 15th.
- The Graduate students ceremony is taking place at Autzen Stadium, at 5:30 to 7 pm, on Monday June 15th.
Student check-in starts 1 hour before the ceremonies. Student check-in will be located near the Mo Gate (just past the South Gate).
Stage Pass/QR Code
- All graduates will receive a digital “stage pass” – you will need to bring this on your phone. (You also have the option to print out your stage pass if you don’t have a phone.)
- Your stage pass is a QR code. You will receive an email (to your UO email) with a link to access your stage pass QR code. From there, we highly recommend adding it to your digital wallet.
- Please do not screen shot your stage pass.
- Please make sure your phone is charged and available to carry with you at the ceremony.
- When it is time to cross the stage, we will scan your stage pass on your phone. This will ensure your name is displayed on the jumbotron while you cross the stage. It will also queue your name and information for our live name reader.
- Grads without a stage pass QR code, whether on their phone or a label, will not have their names displayed on the jumbotron but will have names announced as they cross the stage.
Arriving at the Ceremonies
- Arrive 1 hour before the ceremony starts and check in. Student check-in will be located near the South Gate. We will close the gates 15 minutes before the ceremony start time.
- Attire: Undergraduate students will be required to wear their graduation regalia, which includes the UO green cap and gown, as well as your tassel.
- PhD students: Please find your advisor (or whoever will be hooding you, if not your advisor) and stand with them in line. They will process in with you, sit with you, and go up to the stage with you so they can hood you. Please confirm with your hooder in advance that you will meet at the ceremony.
- Weather: Heavy rain will not cause the ceremony to be cancelled. Only severe weather, such as lightning or high winds, would cause a delay or cancellation.
Open umbrellas are not permitted indoors. Come prepared for the weather. Extreme heat and sun should also be taken into consideration. Water will be provided. Sunscreen is also advised.
All ceremonies at the University of Oregon will be held rain or shine!
Seating and Entry
- Graduates will be directed to proceed to the field after you have checked in. You will be invited to sit by department.
- Look for signs with your department’s name. If you have more than one major in different departments, you can choose which department you’d like to sit with.
- Note that graduates with majors in the Schnitzer School should look for the Schnitzer School sign, as there will not be signs by department within that school.
- Once graduates enter and check-in, you will not be permitted to leave the check-in area.
- There will be portable restrooms on the field for graduates.
- Guests: General seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
- Limited ADA seating will also be available on a first come, first served basis. We ask that attendees save wheelchair seating for family using wheelchairs and one or two companions. We ask that attendees please leave aisle seats available for limited mobility guests as much as possible.
- We recommend all guests enter through the Autzen South Gate, as this will be the quickest route to both general and ADA seating. Guests are not permitted in the graduate check-in area.
Clear Bag Policy and Livestream
- All attendees are subject to the university's clear bag policy.
- Attendees will be turned away and asked to put their items back in their cars if they do not meet the policy guidelines. This policy also applies to graduates, so we ask that you do not bring any additional items other than your phone with you to check in. There will be no place to store your belongings on the field.
- There will be a livestream of the University Commencement Ceremony in Autzen Stadium on Monday, June 15, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
- Humanities and Social Sciences livestream
- Natural Sciences livestream
- Graduate students livestream
Ceremony Specifics/Food
The undergraduate ceremonies will last 2 hours. The graduate students ceremony will last 1.5 hours.
- Once seated, graduates will be expected to remain seated for the ceremony until they are instructed to stand and cross the stage. After the ceremony concludes, please remember to pick up all items that you have brought with you before you leave, as they may not be held or collected.
- While we recommend bringing as few items as possible, please be considerate of the weather and plan to hydrate properly. (You’ll be able to get water bottles on the field. Personal water bottles are not allowed on the field.)
- Grad Fest, a celebratory reception following the main ceremony at Autzen Stadium, invites graduates, along with their families and friends, to gather with faculty and peers from their school or college to enjoy refreshments, photo opportunities, and a festive atmosphere to continue the day’s celebration.
- CAS students and families are encouraged to partake in the festivities after your ceremony has concluded.
- During the main University Commencement Ceremony at Autzen Stadium, concession areas in Sections 14 and 29 will have snacks, coffee, and other refreshments available for purchase, beginning at 7:30 a.m.
Parking and Transportation
- Parking will be at Autzen Stadium. Parking lots at the stadium will open at 6:00 am. There is an ADA lot at Autzen Stadium.
- Shuttles will run from Autzen Stadium to the UO campus throughout the day.
- Please plan for extra time to park, as this area will be heavily congested due to traffic.
Grad Checklist
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Apply for your degree if you have not already.
Applying for your degree is different than opting in to participate in commencement. Please apply for graduation in the term you will complete your degree requirements. You can still participate in 2026 commencement even if you will graduate in a different term.
- Graduate students should apply for their degree using GradWeb by April 10, 2026. If you missed the application date, please speak to an advisor immediately.
- Undergraduates must apply for a Spring 2026 degree by April 26, 2026 via DuckWeb. If you missed the application date, please speak to an advisor immediately.
2
Order your regalia through The Duck Store.
The Duck Store is your one-stop-shop for all commencement gear. Undergrads can purchase caps and gowns any time before Commencement, but beware that they may run out of your size if you wait too long. PhD tams and gowns are custom-made, so you must order them ahead of time.
Visit the Duck Store to purchase your cap, gown, announcements, and other memorabilia.
You can order announcements, class rings, and custom grad announcements directly from vendors like Elite Frames, Josten’s (announcements, class rings) and the UOAA.
3
Find the ceremonies you are invited to attend.
This is based on which academic division your major is part of. The ceremony titles, locations and times are listed below by division.
4
Invite your family and friends!
Qualifying graduates are welcome to bring as many friends and family members as they would like. There is no limit on the number of guests and no tickets will be required.
5
RSVP to attend commencement ceremonies.
RSVP for your CAS ceremony here:
THE DEADLINE TO RSVP IS MAY 19, 2026. If you want to guarantee your name is recorded in our commencement programs, please RSVP no later than May 11, 2026.
RSVP for the general university ceremony here:
Reminders for the day of graduation:
- Please arrive with your regalia including cap, gown, and honors cords.
- Please plan to arrive at your designated ceremony one hour early and go to one of the check-in tables. This is where you will receive directions about seating and other details.
- A clear bag policy will be in effect for all commencement venues.
- The turf at Autzen radiates heat, and Autzen seating is not shaded by an overhang (including ADA). Guests and graduates should be mindful of what you wear - layers under regalia could get hot, so please dress appropriately.
- Water bottles will be provided - please do not bring your own water bottles with you.
Do you have additional questions?
Visit FAQ for CAS Commencement for further details.
Make sure to visit this webpage frequently for the latest updates!
If you have further questions, please reach out to cascommencement@uoregon.edu.
CAS Ceremonies
Below are CAS majors separated into Humanities, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences.
Humanities and Social Sciences Undergraduate Ceremony
11:30AM to 1:30PM -- Autzen
Commencement Livestream
CAS Social Sciences Majors
Anthropology
Asian Studies
Economics
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Ethnic Studies
General Social Sciences
Geography
Global Studies
History
Judaic Studies
Latin American Studies
Native American and Indigenous Studies
Political Science
Sociology
Spatial Data Science and Technology
Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies
CAS Humanities Majors
Chinese
Cinema Studies
Classics
Comparative Literature
English
Folklore and Public Culture
French
German
German and Scandinavian Studies
Humanities
Italian
Japanese
Linguistics
Medieval Studies
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Romance Languages
Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies
Scandinavian
Spanish
Theatre Arts
Natural Sciences Undergraduate Ceremony
2:30PM to 4:30PM -- Autzen
Commencement Livestream
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Computer and Information Science
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Data Science
Earth Sciences
Human Physiology
Marine Biology
Mathematics
Mathematics and Computer Science
Multidisciplinary Science
Neuroscience
Physics
Psychology
CAS Graduate Ceremony – 5:30PM to 7:00PM -- Autzen
Commencement Livestream
The CAS Graduate ceremony celebrates all Master's and PhD graduates from all CAS majors. PhDs will be hooded during the ceremony.
2026 Commencement Helpful Links
Accessibility Information
Graduates and guests who are needing accessibility accommodations including American Sign Language, should contact our office for more information and to arrange accommodations directly. Accessibility for UO ceremony.
Parking and Transportation
Students, faculty, and staff may park in their regular spots as denoted by their permit. All others planning to attend commencement must park at the Autzen Stadium parking lot where you will be shuttled to the ceremony.
GradImages
Professional photographers will be in attendance at the College of Education commencement ceremony. Photographs will be available for purchase following the event. Bookmark this link to GradImages website.
Get Your Cap, Gown, and More
Visit the Duck Store to purchase your cap, gown, announcements, and other memorabilia. Check in with commencement staff if you need special accommodations to fully participate in events.
UO Class of 2026 Memorabilia
Graduates and their families can pre-order leis, flowers, class T-shirts, and more.
Class of 2026 Yearbook
COMING SOON: All graduates will be encouraged to sign up for the Class of 2026 online yearbook. This book allows you to create a yearbook page, add memories and photos, tag friends, and share contact information with your classmates.
Create Your Alumni Record
Take a few minutes and create your alumni record to stay informed of events and provide you resources to stay connected with Duck alumni.
Get Ready for Your Career
If you would like support with your next steps after graduation, please visit the UO Career Center’s Class of 2026 webpage for resources and to take the First Destination Survey.
Services After You Graduate
After graduation, you can still access campus technology services for a limited time, including UO Blogs and Microsoft 365 products.