The Integrative Biology and Physiology (IBP) Departmental Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 9:00am in the Court of Sciences (courtyard between Young Hall and Boelter Hall).
We kindly ask that all graduates and faculty arrive no later than 8:30am dressed in graduation regalia (cap and gown). Refreshments will be served prior to the ceremony. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Important Arrival Information
- Tickets are required for entry. Please have all student and guest tickets readily available for scanning upon arrival.
- There will be two entry points where tickets will be verified.
- Children ages 2 and under do not require a ticket.
- Gates will close promptly at 9:00am
- Please plan to arrive early, as multiple commencement ceremonies will be taking place nearby.
Recommendations for Graduates
- Do not forget your cap, gown, and tassel. We do not have extras available.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be walking up and down stairs and a ramp.
- Arrive no later than 8:30am
- Bring your completed commencement card (name card) with you to the ceremony. Please include the phonetic pronunciation of your name. (Ph.D. and M.S. students may disregard.)
- Allow extra time for parking and campus traffic.
Parking Information
- Parking is available in Lot 2 and Lot 9.
- Parking costs $17 per vehicle.
- Guests are encouraged to purchase parking permits in advance:
https://transportation.ucla.edu/campus-parking/commencement-parking
Required Student Actions
- Complete the Senior Survey (College of Letters and Science)
Information from the survey helps faculty assess the undergraduate curriculum and identify areas for improvement. All responses are anonymous. - Complete Your Commencement Confirmation Card (Name Card)
- Print your name legibly.
- Include the phonetic spelling of your name.
Name cards will be available in the Undergraduate Student Services Office beginning Monday, June 1. A stack will also be available in my mailbox in 124 Hershey Hall (the door slides to the left).
Please pick up your card before June 13. You will keep the card and bring it with you to the ceremony.
What to Expect During the Ceremony
When undergraduate degree candidates are called:
- Bring your name card with you as you approach the stage.
- Hand your card to Professor Stephanie Correa, who will announce your name.
- Proceed across the stage to Professor Rachelle Crosbie, Chair of the Department, for a photograph.
- Return to your original seat.
Commencement Program
- Opening Remarks and Introduction of the Faculty
- Presentation of the Outstanding Senior Award
- Address by the Outstanding Senior
- Introduction of Molecular, Cellular & Integrative Physiology Ph.D. Degree Candidates
- Hooding of Ph.D. Degree Candidates
- Introduction of Physiological Science M.S. Degree Candidates
- Hooding of M.S. Degree Candidates
- Presentation of Distinguished Teaching Assistant Awards
- Presentation of Undergraduate Research Poster Day Awards
- Introduction of Physiological Sciences B.S. Degree Candidates
- Closing Remarks
Commencement Program Download
The commencement program will be available for download on the IBP website prior to the ceremony.
