Advanced Degree Graduation Guest Information

Graduates embracing at RIC Commencement

Dear Guests,

Graduation is an amazing milestone! We're so pleased that today you'll be sharing in the proud accomplishment of your graduate. We want to remind you that it is essential to celebrate responsibly and respectfully. We recognize that everyone is going to enjoy the day differently, but we can all do so in ways that protect our individual and interpersonal safety. Rhode Island College has strict policies on alcohol, drugs, and other prohibited items that apply to all attendees

Join us on May 14 for a joyous time to safely celebrate your loved one.

Congratulations to all!

Day of Ceremony Details

When and Where

The Rhode Island College (RIC) Advanced Degree Ceremony is held in the Recreation Center on the Rhode Island College campus, located at 600 Mt. Pleasant Avenue in the Mt. Pleasant area of Providence. The ceremony will begin promptly at 5:30 pm. Doors will open at 4 pm.

Parking is available in various lots on campus. 

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Seating/Concessions

Seating Locations

Candidates will be seated by degree in the Main Arena. Guests will be seated on the bleacher areas, as well as floor seating. Seating is General Admission; therefore, seats are not assigned. For your further enjoyment, you will be able to view the ceremony on large screens for better stage visibility. 

Concessions

Outside food is not permitted inside the Recreation Center. Refreshments will be available following the ceremony.

Safety & Security

  • Prohibited: Weapons of any kind, drugs, noisemakers, laser pointers. 
  • Balloons: Balloons are prohibited in the Murray Center. 
  • Alcohol: Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the Rhode Island College Campus. 
  • Smoking: Rhode Island College is a smoke-free facility.
  • Guest Services: Guest Services will be located at the ticket office located at the entrance of The Murray Center.

Any guest who is disrespectful of the Commencement Ceremony and or disruptive will be removed by security and will not be allowed back into the arena. 

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Commencement Office

The Commencement Office works to ensure that our graduates, their families, and our campus community enjoys a memorable ceremony and celebration that is student-centered and family oriented.