Undergraduate Graduation Faculty & Staff Information

RIC Faculty in regalia at Commencement

Dear Faculty and Staff,

We are excited to celebrate the class of 2026 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10 am at the Amica Mutual Pavilion (AMP) in downtown Providence. We are expecting over 1,000 graduates and over 7,500 family and guests to participate in this year’s ceremony. For our students, this day marks the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. We know you understand how important your attendance is at this event to show your support for the class of 2026.

Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.

Congratulations!

Your Participation in Commencement

Attend

If you wish to attend the ceremony, in any capacity, please complete our Form for Participation (coming soon).

Marshals/Volunteers

Marshals and Volunteers will assist with the pre-ceremony line-up of the graduating candidates for the processional, during the diploma distribution, and at the recessional. Marshals and Volunteers will be required to be at the AMP on May 16 from 7:30 am–1 pm. You will receive parking accommodations, breakfast, and a to-go lunch for your service. If you wish to participate as a Marshal or Volunteer, please complete our Form for Volunteers (coming soon). 

For additional information related to Marshal duties, please contact our Chief Marshal, Dr. Charlie McLaughlin

Rhode Island College entrance

Contact Us

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.