Whitman Graduation

     
     
    Whitman Graduation 2026

     

    Whitman Convocation will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

    For more information on Syracuse University 2026 Commencement Weekend, visit https://commencement.syracuse.edu/

     
    Whitman Graduation Reception

    Saturday, May 9, 2026
    1-3 p.m.

    Martin J. Whitman School of Management
    721 University Avenue, Syracuse, New York, 13244

    Graduates, families, guests, faculty, and staff are encouraged to join the celebration of the graduating Class of 2026 by enjoying light refreshments in Whitman prior to the convocation ceremony.

     

    Whitman Convocation Ceremony

    Saturday, May 9, 2026
    4-6 p.m.

    JMA Wireless Dome
    900 Irving Ave, Syracuse, New York, 13244

    Please join us for our formal Whitman Convocation Ceremony to honor the Class of 2026.

    RSVP is not required for graduates or guests. There is no limit on the number of guests each graduating student may bring.

     

    Livestream

    Whitman Convocation and the Syracuse University Commencement will be livestreamed. Livestream links will be accessible on the Schedule page of the Commencement website here: https://commencement.syracuse.edu/ceremonies/schedule. These links will be posted under each respective ceremony by mid- week and will not be active until 10-15 minutes prior to ceremony start time.

     

    Travel Advisory!

    ATTENTION: Due to the ongoing I-81 Viaduct Project there are road closures and traffic updates that impact several routes accessing the Syracuse University Campus and resulting in increased travel time. Please plan accordingly.

    Syracuse University has worked with Waze to develop directional tools to assist guests in arriving to your parking location as efficiently as possible. Guests should download the Waze app to their mobile device to receive the most accurate real-time traffic information and wayfinding. 

    Additional information about road closures and traffic routes can be found by visiting the I-81 Viaduct Project | Department of Transportation. You can also download the I-81 Connect Mobile App here.

     

    Parking

    If you plan to attend both the Whitman reception and convocation, we recommend parking in the University Ave Garage lot (directly across from the Whitman School) to attend the reception. Throughout the day, there will be a continuous loop of accessible shuttles running from University Ave Garage to Gate A at the Dome. We encourage all who are able to walk from the Martin J. Whitman School of Management to the JMA Wireless Dome to do so - this is a 10-15 minute walk.


    If you plan to only attend the Whitman convocation ceremony, we recommend parking in any of the University lots or garages and taking an accessible shuttle to Gate A of the Dome. This option requires the least amount of walking. Irving Ave Garage is the closest garage to the dome (but still requires a 5-10 minute walk). 


    SU Commencement has helpful information on parking right on their Website.


    Directions and information for lots/maps are located here: Lot Directions and Maps - Parking and Transportation Services – Syracuse University


     

    FAQS

     

    How do I order my cap and gown?

    For more information on regalia, please visit:  Regalia and Etiquette | Commencement.

     

    How do I submit an accessibility request?

    For accessibility requests for parking or seating on Saturday, May 9, please email whitmanadvising@syr.edu.

     

    What is the difference between Commencement and Convocation?

    Commencement is the University-wide ceremony for all undergraduate, graduate and doctoral candidates. Syracuse University Chancellor and President, Kent Syverud, formally confers degrees at the Commencement ceremony. This ceremony takes place on Sunday, May 10 at 9:30 a.m. in the JMA Wireless dome.

     

    Convocation is hosted by each individual school and college. Whitman’s convocation honors Whitman students in the Class of 2026. At Whitman convocation, all students will cross the stage to accept their gift. This ceremony takes place on Saturday, May 9, from 4-6 p.m. in the JMA Wireless Dome.

     

    How many tickets do I need? What is the ticket price? How do I get tickets?

    There is no limit on the number of guests that can attend commencement or convocation ceremonies. Both ceremonies are free of charge for students and guests. You do not need any tickets for either ceremony.

     

    Do I need to RSVP for commencement or convocation?

    RSVP is NOT required for Whitman Convocation on Saturday, May 9.

    If you plan to attend Commencement on Sunday, May 10, the university asks you register here: Cuse Community - Commencement 2026.

     

    Contacts

    To stay up to date on Commencement Weekend, follow @sucommencement on Instagram.

    For Syracuse University Commencement questions, please contact sucommencement@syr.edu or visit their website.

    For Whitman Convocation questions, please contact Jessica Guignard.