Graduation & Convocation
The 2012 Evans School Convocation Ceremony and Reception is Friday June 8, at 9:00 a.m., Kane Hall 130.
It's time to begin making plans for graduation. The following links provide important details regarding Convocation 2012 at the Evans School and the University of Washington Commencement ceremony. You may use this checklist in order to ensure you complete all requirements in time. Please review the information carefully and be sure to meet the following important deadlines:
Step 1: By Friday, May 4
If you have not already done so, complete the University of Washington Graduate School's "Master's Request to Graduate" form. To receive a master's degree at UW, you must complete this form, whether or not you plan to participate in the formal UW Commencement or Evans School Convocation ceremonies. If your degree has already been granted, you do not need to fill out this form.
Step 2: By Wednesday, May 16
Submit the Evans School 2012 Graduation form to participate in the Evans School Convocation. You must submit this form to participate in the ceremony regardless of which quarter you earned your degree, there are no exceptions. This form must also be completed to have your name appear in the program.
This form is UW netid protected. If you are having trouble accessing the form click the login link at the very bottom of the Evans School website, login with your UW netid and password, then try to access the form again. Contact us if you are still having trouble.
A ticket is required for convocation due to the limited amount of space. Each graduating student will receive 4 guest tickets. You must complete the online form to receive your tickets, which can be picked up in the Student Services office at the front desk in Parrington (Room 109) starting May 21. Families are welcome, small children sitting on laps do not need their own tickets. Families with small children will be directed to sit in the balcony so as not to disturb the ceremony. No ticket is required for the reception following convocation.
If any of your guests will require reserved seating due to disabilities please email Junko Sakuma (jpsakuma@uw.edu) by May 11. Please also include the total number of guests in your party. We cannot guarantee special seating for anyone who does not request it in advance.
Step 3: May 1-May 20
Order graduation apparel, parking permits, and tickets for the main UW Commencement Ceremony.
Caps, gowns, and hoods are required for the Evans School Convocation as well as the UW ceremony and can be ordered between May 1 and May 20. There are no exceptions if you miss the May 20 deadline. You will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony if you do not have a cap and gown.
Step 4: Friday, June 8
Evans School Convocation Schedule:
- 8:00 a.m., sharp: Graduates arrive at Parrington Hall.
- 8:15 a.m.: Meet on the front steps of Parrington Hall wearing your cap, gown, and hood for a group picture. The photographer will take the group photo promptly at 8:15 a.m. You must be in your cap, gown, and hood for the photo and for the ceremony.
- 8:30 a.m.: Following the photo, all graduates will pick up the cards bearing their names in the lobby of Parrington Hall and line up to enter Kane Hall. The ceremony will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m.
- 9:00 a.m.: Evans School Convocation begins in Kane Hall 130.
- Reception immediately following the ceremony on Red Square.
UW provides travel and lodging information for out-of-town visitors.
Step 5: Saturday, June 9
University of Washington Commencement Ceremony at noon at Qwest Field.
The complete UW commencement information is available online. If you plan to attend the UW commencement ceremony, you must use the university form in addition to the above steps.
Step 6: Before the End of Your Final Quarter at the Evans School
If you have building or office keys, please return them to Parrington to Junko Sakuma in the Parrington 208.
If you have the internship requirement, please note that in order to graduate, all of your internship paperwork must be submitted. Please submit your internship evaluation document as soon as you have completed 400 hours and ask your internship supervisor to fill out your evaluation form.
If you have a locker, please empty it and take your lock with you.