Department of Communication Graduation Ceremony

Date and Time

Tuesday, June 09, 2026 - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, June 09, 2026 - 3:00 PM

Event Comments:

The Department of Communication Graduation Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 from 1:00-3:00pm at Alaska Airlines Arena. Doors open at 12:00pm. Graduation is not an automatic process. Please read the details below to ensure a smooth path to graduation, earning your degree, and celebrating the occasion.

Helpful notes about the Communication Graduation Ceremony:

  • Doors will open at 12pm for guests and the program will begin at 1pm.
  • We will have a DIY photo booth set up after the ceremony near the main entrance of the Arena. We encourage you to take photos with your friends and loved ones to share on social media using the #UWCOMMGRAD26 hashtag.
  • There will be no concessions available at the ceremony, so please plan to bring your own snacks and beverages if desired. Wearing masks is not required, but is very highly recommended.
  • No balloons are allowed inside the arena. Should they bring any, guests will need to tie them onto a rack outside of the entrances until the ceremony concludes.
  • If any accommodations are needed, please email comcomms@uw.edu. 

Location:

Alaska Airlines Arena

Cap & Gown Required? / Dress Code

Optional
Academic apparel preferred, if not available, business attire is recommended.

Ticket Information:

There are not any caps or limits for students who wish to bring guests to the ceremony. Tickets will not be required for entry. Registration information will be emailed to eligible students in April. Those who miss the registration deadline may still attend and walk, but will not have their names printed in the program. If any accessibility or ADA accommodations are needed, please email comcomms@uw.edu by May 20, 2025.

Parking Information

If you wish to park on campus for this event, a UW Special Event Parking Permit will be required. Students should purchase these permits for themselves and their guests through the Commencement Registration/Order Form, Mid May to May 24, 2026. Day of parking may be available for additional cost, but lot selection and availability are not guaranteed.

Hosted By:

College of Arts and Sciences
Communication

Event Contact:

Gillian Cobb
2066852738
comcomms@uw.edu

Map / Location

3870 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98105