Spring Commencement 2023

Graduation and Commencement – What’s the difference?

The terms Graduation and Commencement are often used interchangeably. As a University of Wyoming graduate, we want you to be aware about these two similar yet different terms.

Commencement is a ceremony held twice per year (winter and spring) honoring students who have recently or will soon graduate, which means completing all requirements of their degree program. Participating in Commencement does not automatically mean that a student has graduated. In order to graduate, a student must complete all requirements and apply for graduation.

Graduation

Ready to Graduate? After entering your anticipated graduation date in WyoRecords, the Office of the Registrar will certify that your degree program requirements have been met. Once approved, the degree earned is listed on your official transcript. At UW, you may apply to graduate up to two years (six semesters) prior to completing your degree requirements. You can graduate at the end of any semester (spring, summer or fall).

Apply for Graduation – Undergraduate Students

Apply for Graduation – Graduate Students and Professional Programs

Commencement

Planning to walk at Commencement? The Commencement ceremony is a public celebration of your achievements separate from graduation. You do not need to complete all degree requirements to participate in Commencement. It is recommended to know your anticipated graduate date before participating in Commencement. In order for your name to appear in the Winter Commencement 2022 program, your registration must be received by November 14, 2022.

Spring 2023 Commencement will be May 13, 2023.

8:30 am: Undergraduate Ceremony

College of Arts & Sciences
College of Education
Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources
Office of Academic Affairs

12:15 pm Graduate Ceremony

College of Education
College of Engineering and Applied Science
College of Health Sciences
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
College of Arts & Sciences
College of Business

3:30 pm Undergraduate Ceremony

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
College of Business
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
College of Health Sciences
School of Energy Resources

Registration: All graduating UW students must register here to confirm participation in the Commencement ceremony.

Location: Arena Auditorium, University of Wyoming, Main Campus.

Event Program: Digital programs will be available for event.

Ticket Information: There will be no ticketing and no limit on attendees at the ceremony.

Order Regalia: Order cap and gown, and find more graduation resources here.

Parking and Shuttle Information: Find parking and shuttle information here.

Accessibility/Disability Accommodations: Please complete the accommodation request form prior to the commencement ceremony. Questions can be directed to Disability Support Services at udss@uwyo.edu or 307-766-4041.

Live Stream: Live steam coming soon!

Students need to arrive inside the War Memorial Fieldhouse one hour prior to their respective commencement to line up with their respective college/school.

UW Casper Spring Commencement: May 14, 2023, 2:30 p.m. -- David Street Station, Casper