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Countdown to Commencement

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Prepare for Graduation

What do I do first?
Use this checklist to keep your personal "Countdown to Commencement" on target. Remember - you can't graduate until you submit your Application for Degree. Be sure to check MyUB External Site Link Icon for important reminders, too.


1. Apply for Degree - a MUST DO:

Submit your Application for Degree by:

Degree ConferralGraduation TermApplication Deadline
June 1SpringFebruary 15
September 1SummerJune 15
February 1FallSeptember 15

Applications submitted after the deadline will be posted for the next filing date.

2. Learn about participating in your commencement ceremony

Using the Schedule link, find your ceremony, listed by school. Date, time, location and ceremony contact person are given. By early February 2012, an FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) link will be listed under each ceremony. Click on the FAQ link for your ceremony to learn whether or not you must pre-register to participate in your ceremony, whether tickets are required for your guests, etc.

3. Check that you've met all graduation requirements

4. Settle your accounts

5. Carry out your job search or graduate/professional school plan

6. Experience Countdown to Commencement

7. Get to know your UB Alumni Association(UBAA)

8. Get ready for Commencement

9. Tell us about your UB experience

10. Sign up for the senior listserv

11. Graduating? Last chance to get computer products at low student prices from UBMicro IT Support Services External Site Link Icon .

12. Don't forget to make your 2012 Senior Class gift External Site Link Icon .

Don't forget to leave your mark and buy a brick. Parents or friends can give their graduating senior a life-long gift. The Building a Legacy program provides a unique opportunity to leave an enduring symbol of your support and pride of the University at Buffalo. Find out more information and to order your brick to become part of UB's present and future! Call 716-645-2055 for more information or questions.
Academic Ceremonies: Office of Special Events | 352 Fargo Quad, Bldg. 4 | University at Buffalo | Buffalo, NY 14261-0050 | (716) 645-6147 ext. 2
Commencement Events/Activities: Student Life | 150 Student Union | Buffalo, NY 14260 | (716) 645-2055 | E-mail
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