Graduates at the 2019 Convocation ceremony

Photos from the Big Day

The fifth-annual School of Arts and Sciences Convocation drew thousands of friends and relatives to High Point Solutions Stadium to celebrate under sunny skies the graduates of Rutgers University's largest and most comprehensive school. Scroll through the photos and relive the magic of convocation!

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Timeline of Graduation Day

8:00am Gates open at SHI Stadium.
9:00am All students should be in the Marshalling Area (SAS students will be grouped together.)
10:00am Commencement ceremony begins with student procession.
11:30am Commencement ceremony ends.
12:30pm School of Arts and Sciences Convocation begins.

Remember to bring your RUWalking card with you to the stadium! This is what will be used to make your name appear on the Jumbotron!!!!

Do I need to register to attend Convocation?

You do not need to register to attend Convocation, however make sure you register for parking that day (more information to come.)

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Keeping Informed- Quick Facts About The Day

Convocation Start Time: Following Rutgers University Commencement (approximately 12:30pm)
Location: SHI Stadium
Ticketing: No tickets required, no limit to the number of guests in attendance
Parking: All students need to register for a parking hang tag. Registration will open in March.
Weather Policy: Convocation will happen rain or shine. Live streaming will happen at the Busch, College Avenue and Livingston Student Centers for those who may have trouble getting to the stadium or would prefer to be indoors.

Important information for graduates will also be posted on the 2020 SAS Senior Class Sakai site as it becomes available. Announcements on the Senior Sakai site are also emailed to all students with a declared graduation date in the Class of 2020.

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Tips for Planning Your Day

  • Be certain to wear comfortable shoes; shoes with very high or spiked heels are not recommended. In the stadium, students and guests will walk on cement steps to the staging area before the procession begins. During the procession, students will walk across the football field to the seating area.
  • Check the weather. For a sunny forecast, bring sunglasses and wear sunblock. For a cooler day, please dress warm as you will be outside for many hours.
  • There will be a security check at the stadium
  • A clear bag policy will be in effect.

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Photos

GradImages is the official photographer for Commencement and Convocation. Proofs will be sent to your home and via email three to five days after graduation. Pictures can be ordered online, by phone or by mail. GradImages can be contacted at www.gradimages.com