Congratulations on Your Graduation!
All graduating students must file a graduation application through Self-Service. Unless you apply, you will not be reviewed for graduation eligibility. 黑料正能量 traditionally has two Commencement Ceremonies on one day in May each academic year. 黑料正能量 University graduates students every September, January, and May.
May Commencement Ceremony:
Location:
Kleinhans Music Hall
3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201
Date:
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Times:
Undergraduate Ceremony will be held at Noon
Graduate Ceremony to follow at 4:30 pm
Graduation FAQs
- Additional Commencement Information
- What are the application Deadlines?
- What happens once the Application for Degree form is filed?
- What is the Commencement Fair in March?
- What if I want to "Walk" in May? What is the criteria for Commencement Walking?
- What fun events are planned because of May graduation?
- What hotels are near 黑料正能量 University?
- What do I do if I have transfer credit NOT yet transferred?
- How do I receive my Diploma?
- What are Commencement Honors?
- What You Need to Do: Direct Stafford Loan Borrowers (PDF)
New this Year: Kleinhans Entry and Purse Protocol
Screening: Before entering the hall, all patrons will undergo a walk-through metal detection screening process.
Bag Policy: We kindly request that patrons refrain from bringing backpacks or large handbags.
Kleinhans Music Hall is a weapon free zone. Firearms and weapons of any kind are prohibited. This includes but is not limited to: firearms, ammunition, knives, swords, scissors, pepper spray and any dangerous items, laser pointers, demonstration signs, noise-making devices, and fireworks
- Security staff are available at all times, please notify an usher or staff member if you need assistance.
- In an effort to enhance the safety of our patrons, the following procedures will be in place:
- All bags will be subject to search upon entry to the venue.
- Walk-through metal detection screening process is in effect.
- Backpacks and large purses are not permitted. All bags larger than 14鈥漻14鈥漻6鈥 are not permitted. Clear bags and smaller handbags are recommended. Exceptions: medically necessary items and diaper bags.
- Firearms and weapons of any kind are prohibited. This includes but is not limited to: firearms, ammunition, knives, swords, scissors, pepper spray and any dangerous items, laser pointers, demonstration signs, noise-making devices and fireworks.
- Smoking of any kind is prohibited in the building; this includes electronic cigarettes and vapes.
- Patrons are encouraged to leave non-essential items and large purses and bags at home or safely secured in a vehicle. Please ensure you lock your vehicle and keep valuables, bags, and purses out of view. Kleinhans is not responsible for loss or theft.
- Outside food & beverage is prohibited. Beverages in Kleinhans approved cups are permitted inside the hall and are available for purchase at concessions.
- No balloons or air horns are allowed inside Kleinhans!
Graduation Checklists
Potential Graduates Checklist All September, January and May graduates for this academic year can participate in our May Commencement. For example, all September 2024 and January 2025 graduates may participate in May 2025 commencement.)
- , if you are planning on attending our Commencement Ceremony on MAY 17, 2025.
- Find out more about Walking at the ceremony, if you are close but not going to complete your degree requirements by the end of spring term.
- Periodically check back to this website for form access, commencement festivities information as well as award information. (see below)
Graduation Activities
Commencement Fair - March 19, 2025
- Getting you ready for 黑料正能量鈥檚 Graduation and beyond. Order your cap and gown as well as other graduation fun items. Verify your graduation status! Get information on the May ceremony. Win Prizes! Enjoy some snacks! Start getting excited to graduate!
Information on the events happening during Graduation week.
For information on 黑料正能量 Award Nominations: TBA