Graduation Day Information
Commencement
May 4, 2024
Elliott Hall of Music
712 3rd Street | West Lafayette, IN 47907
Ceremonies stream live on Purdue Global's YouTube Page
IN-PERSON COMMENCEMENT
Graduation Day Process
IMPORTANT: Bring name card for stage crossing (mailed). This is used to call your name as you cross the stage.
Graduate Line Up: The Armory at 812 3rd Street (Across street from Elliott Hall)
Report to the Armory for line up 45 min before the ceremony start time.
Proceed to the photography station for headshot photo. Line up by number for processional (line up number noted at bottom of name card).
No check-in required. Graduate processional begins 15 min prior to ceremony start time.
Attire:
Wear your cap and gown (and hood, if applicable).
Comfortable shows (low heels) recommended due to stairs.
View instructions on how to wear regalia.
Master and doctoral level hoods:
View instructions on attaching the hood to our gown.
Need a button? Stop by the Info Desk in the staging room Saturday.
Guests Entrance: Elliott Hall of Music at 712 3rd Street
Doors open 45 minutes before the ceremony start time.
Entrance on back of building.
Tickets are not required.
Parking: View Travel & Parking Information
Accessibility Accommodations :
View accessibility accommodations.
Graduates needing accommodations and/or who are unable to use stairs should email graduation@purdueglobal.edu to arrange assistance.
Venue Policies:
Bag checks performed upon entry.
Large bags and helium balloons are not permitted.
No outside food or drink, unless for medical reasons. Bottled water is permitted.
Post-Ceremony: Meet guests at fountain (behind Elliott Hall).
Ceremony Length: Approximately 2 hours
VIRTUAL COMMENCEMENT
Ceremony Viewing Options
Watch Party:
Zoom event exclusive for graduates. You can choose to share your camera. (Link sent via email)
Watch the ceremony and interact with fellow graduates & faculty on video and participate in the tassel-turning.
Attire: Business casual, black & gold, PG attire, or regalia.
Tip: Watch on computer or laptop for best viewing experience. One login per graduate.
Livestream:
Public viewing on Purdue Global’s YouTube channel.
Grads & guests can interact with other viewers via chat box.
Not able to watch the livestream?
Watch the recording on Purdue Global's YouTube channel immediately after livestream.
Graduation Day Process
Commencement Order of Events
Chancellor's Welcome
National Anthem
Keynote Speaker
Conferral of Degrees
Graduate Recognition (Alphabetical order by last name)
Ceremonial Tassel Turning*
Ceremony Length: 60 - 90 minutes
Pre-show videos start 30 minutes prior to ceremony time (See email for assigned time)
Optional (Regalia)
*Ceremonial Tassel Turning
To participate from home, purchase black mortarboard on Amazon
Keepsake Cap & Gown
Purchase at Herff Jones by March 28
Includes gown, cap with custom PG tassel, and zipper pull
To order keepsake regalia (non-degree specific):
Select "Virtual Attendee"
Degree level: "Associate"
Cap & Gown: "Graduation Regalia" ($39.35)
What is a virtual ceremony? View a past virtual ceremony
VIRTUAL CEREMONY FAQs
Will I be seen online? Do I need a special zoom link to be seen?
Graduates have three options to view the virtual ceremony.
Option 1: Zoom Watch Party, where graduates can choose to have their camera on and interact with other graduates and faculty via video call or the chat box. The Zoom Watch Party will be an exclusive opportunity for graduates only and Zoom link will be provided to those who register for the Watch Party.
Option 2: Livestream through the YouTube link, where graduates will watch the ceremony but will not be seen on camera. Graduates can still interact with other viewers via the YouTube chat box. Anyone with the YouTube link can view the ceremony.
Option 3: Recordings will be available for viewing on Purdue Global's YouTube channel immediately after the livestream ends.
Do I need a cap and gown?
No, you do not need a cap and gown. If you want to participate in the ceremonial tassel turning, you can purchase a cap and tassel. This is optional, as you will not be seen on camera. Affordable mortarboards can be found on Amazon.
What happens during a virtual commencement?
Option 1: Watch Party - graduates can choose to have their camera on and interact with other graduates and faculty via Zoom or the chat box. Exclusive to graduates only.
Option 2: View through YouTube link - graduates and guests can post comments in the YouTube chat box.
Option 3: Recordings posted on Purdue Global's YouTube channel - view at your convenience.
How can my guests watch the ceremony? Is there a recording?
Anyone with the link can view the ceremony. The recording will be available to watch on Purdue Global's YouTube channel after the livestream.
I registered for the in-person ceremony but can no longer attend.
Will my name still be called?
If you registered for the in-person ceremony and did not officially change your participation to virtual before the registration deadline, then your name will not be called at the in-person or virtual ceremony. Only those in attendance will be called at the in-person ceremony. Only those who registered by the deadline for the virtual ceremony will have their name called at the virtual ceremony.
How do I know when my name will be called?
You will receive an email with your assigned ceremony time. The schedule is also be posted on the Showroom 6 weeks before the ceremony date. Names are called in alphabetical order by last name for the virtual ceremony.