Spring 2025 Commencement
Doctoral, MFA, and Medical Professional Degree Candidate Ceremony
Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
The Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton Street
Bachelor’s, Law, and Master’s Degree Candidate Ceremony
Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12 p.m.
Camp Randall, 1440 Monroe Street
News
This time around, student commencement speaker has a slightly different message in mind
As the valedictorian of her high school class and 2025 senior class president, Sam Mahlum has an opportunity for a rare do-over: her second run at a commencement address. “I’m very excited to speak on the perspectives we’ve gained from the unofficial curriculum at UW–Madison — also known as the Wisconsin idea.”
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Rent your cap and gown
All graduates must wear academic regalia to participate in the ceremony. To order the attire that matches your intended degree, place your order through the University Book Store.
Review the graduate checklist
Review the following to-do items for smooth sailing into commencement and beyond.