The Integrative Biology and Physiology departmental commencement ceremony will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Court of Sciences (courtyard between Young and Boelter Halls).

We kindly ask that all students and faculty arrive no later than 8:30 a.m., dressed in graduation regalia (cap and gown). Refreshments will be served, and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Recommendations for Graduates

  • Do not forget your cap, gown, and tassel—we do not have extras on hand.
  • Tickets are required for entry. Please have all student and guest tickets readily accessible for scanning upon arrival.
  • Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be walking up and down stairs and a ramp.
  • Arrive no later than 8:30 a.m., as gates will close promptly at 9:00 a.m.
  • Bring your completed commencement card, including phonetic pronunciation of your name (Ph.D. and M.S. students may disregard).
  • Plan to arrive early to secure parking. Multiple ceremonies will be taking place nearby. Parking is recommended in Lot 2 and Lot 9.
  • Parking is $17 per vehicle. Guests are encouraged to purchase e-permits in advance: https://transportation.ucla.edu/campus-parking/commencement-parking

What You Need to Do

1. 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.

2. Complete the Commencement Confirmation Card (Name Card)

  • Print your name legibly and include phonetic spelling.

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.

Commencement Program

  • Opening Remarks and Introduction of the Faculty
  • Presentation and Hooding of Ph.D. Degree Candidates
  • Presentation and Hooding of M.S. Degree Candidates
  • Presentation of Outstanding Senior Award and Research Presentation Award
  • Introduction of Physiological Sciences B.S. Degree Candidates

During the ceremony, you will walk up the stairs and onto the stage with your name card in hand. You will give your card to Professor Stephanie Correa, who will announce your name. You will then proceed across the stage to Professor Rachelle Crosbie, Chair of the Department, for a photo before returning to your original seat.

  • Closing Remarks

The commencement program will be available for download on the IBP website.

There will be two entry points where tickets will be verified. Children ages 2 and under are not required to have tickets.