Fall Commencement Ceremony This page provides information about the Fall 2026 Commencement Ceremony. Additional details, including ceremony instructions, arrival times, the clearance process, and other important information, will be emailed to all degree candidates once plans are finalized. Table of Contents Toggle Contact Information Ceremony Details Candidate Requirements Guest Information Inclement Weather Information Additional Commencement Information Contact Information For questions about Commencement: Undergraduate candidates: Contact the Registrar’s Office at kwood@truman.edu or 660-785-4143. Graduate candidates: Contact the Graduate Office at gradstudies@truman.edu or660-785-4109. Ceremony Details Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: Pershing Arena Candidate Requirements To participate in the ceremony, degree candidates must: Wear official academic regalia (cap and gown). Bring their completed reader card. Bring any honor medallions or other approved academic honors. Guest Information Guest attendance is not expected to be limited unless public health or social distancing requirements are implemented. If social distancing measures become necessary: The ceremony may be divided into two separate ceremonies. Face coverings may be required. Guest seating may be limited. Candidates will be notified of any changes and assigned ceremony times if applicable. Inclement Weather Information Winter weather in northeast Missouri can change rapidly. Because the Fall Commencement Ceremony is held indoors, weather-related impacts are expected to be minimal. However, in the event of severe weather, updates will be posted on the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ website. Any weather-related changes would most likely affect parking availability and pedestrian access across campus. Additional Commencement Information Maps and Parking (caps, gowns, announcements, and graduate gifts) Commencement Instructions for Students Commencement Instructions for Faculty Commencement Information for Families and Friends of Graduates