Miami University 186th Spring Commencement

Academic Attire

Graduates are required to wear academic attire to their graduation ceremony. Academic attire includes; caps, gowns, tassels, stoles, cords and medallions. Visit the Brick & Ivy Campus Store to order or pick up items during regular store hours, Monday through Saturday. Please allow 3-5 Business Days for your order to be processed and note that all purchases are final sale; there are no exchanges or returns.

Grad Fest 2025

Graduation Announcements

Personalized college graduation announcements that include name and degree will be available to order in the coming months at  https://www.balfour.com/miamioh.

Flowers for Graduates

Flowers will be available for purchase at all ceremonies during the weekend, provided by The Commencement Group. The option to pre-order will be available in the spring.

Photography

GradImages® is proud to support one of the biggest moments in a graduate’s life: walking across the stage and into the next chapter. 

Finding your graduate’s photos after the ceremony is easy.  Photos will be posted 48 hours following the ceremony at www.GradImages.com  You will be the option to purchase custom photo products like prints, plaques, specialty gifts, and more.

Pre-register your contact information to receive a coupon code for 20% off an order of $50 or more.

(Link will be available spring 2025.)

University and Latin Honors

Students whose academic record the semester prior to the ceremony term qualifies them for University Honors and/or Latin Honors may wear these awards as part of their graduation regalia.

Students qualifying for Latin Honors will be notified by email and may wear a red and white Latin Honor cord; students completing the Honors College requirements may wear their Honors Medallion, and students graduating from the Honors College with University Honors with Distinction may wear the gold Distinction cord.

Each degree candidate will receive an email from the Registrar's Office requesting they complete the Diploma Address/Ceremony Attendance Form. Completion of this form ensures the diploma(s) is mailed to the correct address after graduation. To change a diploma mailing address after May 17, 2025, the graduate will need to email commencement@MiamiOH.edu. Diplomas are mailed out 5-7 weeks after the degree conferral date.

This form also asks degree candidates to select "I WILL" or "I WILL NOT" attend - to indicate their expected ceremony attendance for both the university and divisional ceremonies. This greatly assists the university in planning for a commencement.

Even if not planning to attend commencement, this form must be completed.

Miami University now offers Certified Electronic Diplomas (CeDiploma), and the link will be sent to students around the same time the paper diploma is mailed.

Learn more about where students are to report and about seating on Saturday, May 17, 2025.

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Miami University Parking and Transportation Services encourage commencement attendees to utilize Park & Ride locations throughout campus. Lots around Yager Stadium will fill up quickly, and using Park & Ride will allow for quicker egress from Oxford. Disability parking will be available at the West and East Millett lot.

Commencement Parking

Parking for the ceremony at Yager Stadium will be in the West Millett parking lot as well as other lots nearby.  Disability parking will be available at the West and East Millett lots.

Traffic and parking will be controlled by MUPD and partnering departments.  If the weather is nice, many guests walk to the ceremony to avoid traffic and congestion.

Disability Parking

The main commencement ceremony at Yager Stadium will have a marked disability parking area for those with ADA placards. For the Yager Stadium ceremony, accessible shuttle buses will be in operation from each of the parking lots designated for event parking to assist guests to and from the designated drop-off areas at the northwest entrance of Yager Stadium. Please observe the directional signs - guests will be directed to parking locations based upon availability.

There is accessible parking at all commencement locations. Upon arrival, guests with accessibility needs are encouraged to connect with an usher who can take them to the various accessible seating areas.

Additional information about accessible parking can be found under Accessibility below.

City of Oxford Parking

City of Oxford parking regulations are in effect at all times. This includes parking meters on South Campus Avenue and the Uptown district (High Street, Uptown Parking Garage, and side streets), which must be paid Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Overnight parking at the metered spaces on the streets is prohibited between 4 a.m. and 5:30 a.m.

For a complete list of City of Oxford parking regulations, please refer to the City of Oxford's website.

Miami University Spring Commencement Shuttle Routes

Miami University Parking and Transportation Services strongly encourages commencement attendees to utilize street parking or outer lots and shuttles.

Coming spring 2025 – Detailed maps outlining shuttle routes and locations.

Miami University is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable commencement experience. If disability-related accommodations are needed to facilitate full participation, please contact the Miller Center by phone at 513-529-1541, TTY-TDD: 7-1-1 or SDS@MiamiOH.edu.

Yager Stadium Accessibility

Accessible parking is available in each of the parking lots designated for event parking near Yager Stadium for all ceremonies. A valid state-issued disability placard is required to park in accessible parking spaces. For the University commencement ceremony, accessible shuttle buses will be in operation from each of the parking lots designated for event parking to assist guests to and from the designated drop-off areas at the northwest entrance of Yager Stadium. Please observe the directions on signs approaching event parking areas as guests will be directed to the next available parking location as they fill.

Accessible seating is available on the East Stands and the West sideline of the field. Please connect with an usher upon arrival and they will be able to assist you. Wheelchairs are located at Guest Services for transportation to and from seating areas. Guests sitting in the accessible seating area are permitted one companion to accompany them in the accessible seating area.

Millett Hall Accessibility

Accessible parking is available in the West Millett Lot. A valid state-issued disability placard is required to park in accessible parking spaces. An accessible drop off location is also available on the North side of Millet.

Accessible seating is available on the court level and the upper level, both accessible by elevator. Please connect with an usher upon arrival and they will be able to assist you. Wheelchairs are located at Guest Services for transportation to and from seating areas. Guests sitting in the accessible seating area are permitted one companion to accompany them in the accessible seating area.

Goggin Ice Center Accessibility

Accessible parking is available in the Campus Avenue Parking Garage and alongside Oak Street. A valid state-issued disability placard is required to park in accessible parking spaces.

Accessible seating is available all around the upper level of the arena. Please connect with an usher upon arrival and they will be able to assist you. Wheelchairs are located at Guest Services for transportation to and from seating areas. Guests sitting in the accessible seating area are permitted one companion to accompany them in the accessible seating area.

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Access

American Sign Language interpreters and Real-Time captioning will be provided for all ceremonies. Interpreters are best viewed from Section 2 on the west stands as the interpreter stage is located between the 15 and 20 yard line. Live captioning for each ceremony can be viewed on the Jumbotron or accessed on a personal mobile device at:

• MiamiOH.edu/CommencementCaptions for the Class of 2025 ceremony
• MiamiOH.edu/CCAcaptions for the College of Creative Arts ceremony
• MiamiOH.edu/CLAAScaptions for the College of Liberal Arts and Applied Science ceremony
• MiamiOH.edu/CECcaptions for the College of Engineering and Computing ceremony
• MiamiOH.edu/CAScaptions for the College of Arts and Science ceremonies
• MiamiOH.edu/EHScaptions for the College of Education, Health and Society ceremony
• MiamiOH.edu/FSBcaptions for the Farmer School of Business ceremony

Personal Mobility Devices

Individuals who would like to rent a personal mobility device (e.g., manual wheelchair, scooter, etc.) for commencement weekend should contact Stateline Medical Equipment at (866) 574-3947 to inquire about the equipment available for pick-up or delivery.

If additional disability-related accommodations are needed to facilitate full participation, please contact us by phone at (513) 529-1541, Ohio-Relay: 7-1-1 or SDS@MiamiOH.edu at least one week prior to the ceremony.

RV spaces for the 2025 commencement will go On Sale on Wednesday, January 08, 2025 at 10 a.m.

Commencement Food Options by Miami Catering

Commencement buffets will be offered at the Shriver Center for lunch and dinner on Saturday and brunch on Sunday. Tickets will be sold through an online form to be shared by early February 2025. Pricing and menu details will be shared on the form.

Party packages will be available through Miami Catering in a similar form for delivery at Friday, Saturday or Sunday of Commencement Weekend.

Housing and Residence Hall Accommodations

A decision to offer a limited inventory of on-campus residence hall housing for the evening of Saturday, May 17, 2025 will be made in March.  If housing is made available, it will be done on a reservation basis with an online registration form.

Please note that accommodations are not available on Friday, May 16 due to Miami's promise to students that they can remain in their residence hall rooms during finals week, through Friday evening.

Pack light!  Bring only what you need inside Yager Stadium and ceremony venues - bag checks will be set up at all entrances.

Guests are subject to visual inspection of person, parcels, bags, and clothing capable of concealing prohibited items. Guests may refuse inspections but management reserves the right to refuse entry. Please plan to leave all non-essential items in your locked vehicle and PLAN TO ARRIVE EARLY.

Changes in national, regional, and campus security levels may affect security procedures.

Prohibited Items

As a general rule, any items that obstruct the view of other guests or that can be used as projectiles, that interfere with the comfort of other guests, or are deemed inappropriate/hazardous by stadium security are prohibited.

The following items are NOT permitted in the stadium or arena for the ceremonies:

• Alcohol and/or Illegal Drugs
• Coolers
• Opened Drink Containers
• Backpacks
• Metal folding seat cushions
• Seats that clamp onto bleachers
• Clothing with Profane, Inappropriate, or Abusive Language
• Noise Making devices
• Confetti, Streamers, Glitter, Balloons
• Mace or similar substances
• Beverage Containers (Unless Empty)
• Emotional Support Animals
• Smoke and Tobacco Products (Includes "Vaping")
• Signs, sticks or poles
• Weapons of any type

Permitted Items

The following items are permitted in the stadium or arena for the ceremonies:

• Service Animals
• Food (no opened drink containers)
• Cameras
• Video recorders
• Binoculars
• Seat cushions
• "Umbrella"-type strollers
• Umbrellas

Reminders for Graduates

• Students arrive by 9:45 a.m. at Yager Stadium with academic regalia (cap, gown, cords, stole, tassle) in hand. Once you have checked in at your Division's assembly point, academic regalia should be donned.
• No food or drinks can be taken on the field
• Silence phone, please
• Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen
• Ponchos will be provided if it's raining - umbrellas are not permitted on the field

Concessions

Concessions (food and beverage) will be open during the main ceremony (Yager Stadium) on Saturday. Concessions will not be available at the divisional recognition ceremonies on Saturday afternoon and Sunday (at Millett and Goggin).

Tickets

Tickets are not required for any ceremony/recognition event during the weekend.

Gate Opening

Gates open two hours prior to all ceremonies.

Individual Graduate Recognition

The calling of names and walking across the stage takes place at the divisional (college/school) recognition ceremonies. At the main ceremony (Yager Stadium), graduates are recognized as a group by academic division (they are asked to stand by their dean). When a separate doctoral hooding ceremony is not scheduled, doctoral students are individually recognized (hooded) at the main ceremony.

Weather

All ceremonies take place rain or shine. Please watch the forecast and plan accordingly -

• Bring a poncho in case of rain
• It can be hot or chilly so layers are best
• Umbrellas are permitted but please be mindful of those sitting around you
• Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen 
• We provide ponchos to the graduates if raining

Severe Weather

The main ceremony (Yager Stadium) may be shortened and/or canceled in the event of severe weather such as tornado, severe thunderstorm, torrential downpour, etc. Announcements will be made via radio, posting to the Miami website, social media, and the university text messaging system if the main ceremony is canceled or adjusted. All graduating students will be encouraged to attend their divisional ceremonies as scheduled.

Flowers

Flowers will be available to purchase before the ceremony at Yager Stadium.

To further contribute to a safe and efficient environment for all, we strongly encourage you to take advantage of the online pre-order service. Guests who are simply picking up their pre-purchased and reserved products will enjoy a contact-free customer experience.

Thank you for your continued patience as we plan for these ceremonies and provide further information as it is available.

• Commencement—General
  513-529-3612 (Office of the President, squanckm@MiamiOH.edu)
• Academic Attire/Grad Item Purchases
  513-529-2600 (Miami University Brick & Ivy Store, shop@MiamiOH.edu)
• Diplomas, Transcripts, and Eligibility
  513-529-0001 (One Stop, onestop@MiamiOH.edu)
• Student Disability Services
  513-529-1541 (The J. Scott and Susan MacDonald Miller Center for Student Disability Services, sds@MiamiOH.edu)