School/College Ceremonies and Weekend Events
Many schools and colleges hold separate recognition events or ceremonies for their graduates and candidates. Contact the school or college for more information. The following events are confirmed as of the printing of this publication:
All numbers listed are in area code 734 unless noted otherwise.
- School/College Ceremonies and Weekend Events
- Commencement Buffet
- Michigan Memories Commencement Reception
- How to Hold Your Commencement Celebration on Campus
School and College Ceremonies
Thursday, April 28
3:00 p.m, Hill Auditorium
School of Public Health (214-6430)
4:30 p.m, Michigan Union, Rogel Ballroom
Lavender Graduation (763-4186)
Friday, April 29
9:30 a.m., Hill Auditorium
University Graduate Exercises (647-6037)
2:00 p.m., Power Center
School of Music, Theatre & Dance (764-0594)
4:00 p.m., Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre
School of Information (763-2285)
1:30 p.m., Hill Auditorium
Stephen M. Ross School of Business BBA and MAcc graduates (647-0342)
4:30 p.m., Hill Auditorium
Stephen M. Ross School of Business MBA graduates (647-0342)
8:00 p.m., Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre
La Celebracíon Latina (763-5900)
8:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
School of Kinesiology (647-2696)
Saturday, April 30
10:00 a.m., Michigan Stadium
Spring Commencement (University-wide) (647-6037)
12:30 p.m., Hill Auditorium
School of Nursing (615-7874)
1:00 p.m., Power Center
School of Social Work (936-0961)
1:00 p.m., Rackham Auditorium
School of Natural Resources and Environment (615-4332)
2:00 p.m., Art & Architecture Building Courtyard
School of Art and Design (647-9886)
2:00 p.m., Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre
Residential College (763-0176)
4:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
School of Education (763-4061)
4:30 p.m., Rackham Auditorium
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy (615-3893)
6:00 p.m., Power Center
Black Celebratory (936-0664)
6:30 p.m., Rackham, 4th Floor Assembly Hall
Native American Student Graduation Ceremony (763-9044)
8:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
College of Engineering (647-7046)
Sunday, May 1
12:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
A. Alfred Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning (764-1340)
2:30 p.m., Field House
UM-Dearborn Commencement (313-393-5330)
2:30 p.m., UM-Flint Campus
UM-Flint Commencement (810-762-3177)
Friday, May 6
1:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
School of Dentistry (647-4026)
Saturday, May 7
2:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
Law School (615-4501)
Friday, May 13
3:00 p.m., Hill Auditorium
Medical School (763-7981)
Saturday, June 4
2:00 p.m, Rackham Auditorium
College of Pharmacy (764-7144)
Commencement Buffet
The Michigan Union, located in the heart of campus, will host their annual Commencement Brunch Celebration on Saturday, April 30. The buffet-style brunch features a variety of elegant main courses, salads, breakfast items, and desserts. The price is $28.95 for adults and $12.95 for children under twelve; plus tax and gratuity. The brunch takes place directly after commencement (TBD). Seating is limited, so please reserve early. Reservations may be made by calling (734) 764-8837, Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. A small number of semi-private rooms are available; please inquire about details. All reservations must be prepaid. Major credit cards are accepted. Reservations canceled a minimum of 72 hours in advance are fully refundable.
Michigan Memories Commencement Reception
Graduating seniors, their families, and guests are invited to a reception, hosted by University Unions, on Saturday, April 30 following the commencement ceremony. Students can reminisce over the past four years by taking a walk through the Michigan Memories pictorial display featuring noteworthy headlines from the Michigan Daily during their years at the University of Michigan. The reception will be held in the Michigan Union Art Lounge located on the first floor of the Union. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information please contact the University Unions Arts & Programs office at (734) 763-3202 or email uuap@umich.edu.
How to Hold Your Commencement Celebration on Campus
Commemorate your graduation with a reception, lunch or dinner at one of three distinctive unions at the University of Michigan. For 100 years, the historic Michigan Union and Michigan League have provided catering to the University. For those celebrating on North Campus - Pierpont Commons offers fabulous fare surrounded by all the natural beauty of North Campus. If you prefer another campus location, University Catering can deliver direct to your door. University Unions is offering complimentary banquet rooms April 29-May 1, 2011 with a minimum purchase of ten full service meals. For more information, please contact the University Unions Event Services at 734-764-UUES (www.umich.edu/~uunions).
On behalf of University Unions, “Congratulations Class of 2011!”