A guest takes a selfie with a graduate, A graduate hugs a guest while proceeding down the Memorial Campanile hill, and Graduates and guests stand outside of Marvin Hall.

Information for guests

After years of hard work and determination, your Jayhawk is finally reaching the milestone of Commencement. To ensure a stress-free celebration, plan ahead for their big day.

Graduates and guests fill the Memorial Campanile on Commencement day.

Plan

Commencement is a major event for graduates, the Hill, and the city of Lawrence. Make plans for the ceremony to ensure you have the accommodations you need.

Plan
Graduates make their way down to the campanile in preparation for Commencement.

Attend  

Review parking, transit, and other relevant information to make sure your trip to KU’s Lawrence campus is as successful and stress free as possible.

Attend
A graduate and guest smile at each other while they walk down the sidewalk.
A graduate smiles and makes a peace sign.
A graduate and their dog pose with Big Jay and Baby Jay.