College of Education Commencement

The College of Education Commencement Ceremony will be held Monday, June 15, 2026, 1:00 p.m. The ceremony will be livestreamed and broadcast via YouTube.

Class of '26 Graduation Checklist

2026 grads, make sure you complete all the steps below to receive your degree and participate in the commencement ceremony.

Do this as soon as possible.

#1. Apply for your degree.

Applying for your degree is different than opting in to participate in commencement. (See #2 below for more information.) Anyone who graduates during 2026 can participate in this year’s ceremony, but make sure to signify the term you are actually graduating (winter, spring, summer, or fall) in your degree application.

Graduate students should apply for their degree using GradWeb by April 10, 2026. If you missed the application date, please speak to an advisor immediately.
Undergraduates must apply for a Spring 2026 degree by April 26, 2026 via DuckWeb. If you missed the application date, please speak to an advisor immediately.

Do these next.

#2. The RSVP for the College of Education Ceremony is open now.

Make sure your name is in our program the way you want it to appear when the file is available to review. This is required in addition to #1 above.

COE Ceremony RSVP

UO Ceremony RSVP

#3. Purchase or rent your regalia (cap, gown, tassel, stole, cords).

The Duck Store is your one-stop-shop for all commencement gear. Undergrads can purchase caps and gowns any time before Commencement, but beware that they may run out of your size if you wait too long. PhD tams and gowns are custom-made, so you must order them ahead of time.

Packages are available online starting March 1. The Duck Store in-person Grad Fair will be April 6 – April 8, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pick up your grad packages and find everything you need to celebrate your achievement! Visit the Duck Store to purchase your cap, gown, announcements, and other memorabilia. Check in with commencement staff if you need special accommodations to fully participate in events.

You can order announcements, class rings, and custom grad announcements directly from vendors like Elite Frames, Josten’s (announcements, class rings) and the UOAA.

Duck Store Graduation Packages

Do this on Graduation Day, Monday, June 15, 2026

#4. Check in at Hayward Field, Location TBA. June 15, 12:00 p.m.

Check in will be at Hayward Field, location TBA. On graduation day you will arrive in your regalia and go to the check-in table that’s aligned with the first letter of your last name. Give our volunteers your name to get your name card, which you will hand to staff before you walk across the stage. Commencement volunteers will direct you to the staging area beginning at 12:00 p.m. The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:00 pm.

Have questions? Give us a call: 541-346-3405

2026 Commencement Helpful Links

Accessibility Information

Graduates and guests who are needing accessibility accommodations including American Sign Language, should contact our office for more information and to arrange accommodations directly. Accessibility for UO ceremony.

Parking and Transportation

Students, faculty, and staff may park in their regular spots as denoted by their permit. All others planning to attend commencement must park at the Autzen Stadium parking lot where you will be shuttled to the ceremony.

GradImages

Professional photographers will be in attendance at the College of Education commencement ceremony. Photographs will be available for purchase following the event. Bookmark this link to GradImages website.

Get Your Cap, Gown, and More

Visit the Duck Store to purchase your cap, gown, announcements, and other memorabilia. Check in with commencement staff if you need special accommodations to fully participate in events.

UO Class of 2026 Memorabilia

Graduates and their families can pre-order leis, flowers, class T-shirts, and more.

Class of 2026 Yearbook

COMING SOON: All graduates will be encouraged to sign up for the Class of 2026 online yearbook. This book allows you to create a yearbook page, add memories and photos, tag friends, and share contact information with your classmates.

Create Your Alumni Record

Take a few minutes and create your alumni record to stay informed of events and provide you resources to stay connected with Duck alumni.

Get Ready for Your Career

If you would like support with your next steps after graduation, please visit the UO Career Center’s Class of 2026 webpage for resources and to take the Senior Survey (coming soon).

Services After You Graduate

After graduation, you can still access campus technology services for a limited time, including UO Blogs and Microsoft 365 products.

If you have questions, please contact Lisa Fortin at lfortin@uoregon.edu.

UO Commencement Ceremony

The University of Oregon is delighted to announce the 150th commencement ceremony will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (PT) at Autzen Stadium. The COE ceremony, separate from the main ceremony, will follow, where graduates will receive individual recognition.

Graduation Etiquette

We know it’s an exciting day, but we expect our graduates to maintain reasonable and appropriate behavior at all times during the ceremony to ensure it is enjoyable for all participants, family members, guests, and staff. Once you have crossed the stage and received your diploma cover we ask that you return to your seat while the remaining students cross the stage. Students need to remain for the entire ceremony.

We kindly request that all graduates limit their consumption of alcohol and other substances prior to the ceremony. Graduates who arrive under the influence may be refused the opportunity to participate, and the staffs of Autzen Stadium and the COE reserve the right to relocate or remove anyone who is creating a disturbance.

The College of Education Ceremony recognizes Doctoral Students first, then all other degrees and programs by department.

Remember to please be courteous and return to your seat once you’ve crossed the stage and to please remain seated until all students have crossed the stage and the ceremony comes to an end.

Thank you to all of our graduates, participants, family members, guests, and staff who we know will make this a wonderful day for all.

College of Education students in graduation regalia

#OnceADuckAlwaysADuck

When you become a UOAA life member, you join a worldwide network of more than 20,000 alumni members who will fly with you on your journey.

Membership ensures you stay connected to the UO and that all alumni are heard and supported. For recent grads, our Duck Career Network can help you land that first job, network with alumni in your field, and give you advice to help you succeed. Plus, we have other great benefits, including early access to football and basketball tickets; member-only events; and access to Nike and Columbia employee stores.

Together, members advocate for the UO, promote excellence, and help the UO support the best and brightest students through scholarships. If you love your Ducks, you’ll love your membership in the UOAA!

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College of Education Alumni Spotlights

Alex Walker, UOTeach Curriculum and Teaching

Meet alumni Alex Walker, a 2020 graduate of the University of Oregon’s UOTeach master's program and current fifth grade teacher at Malabon Elementary. Alex also serves as Head Coach for Track and Field and Assistant Coach for Boys’ Soccer at Willamette High School. For Walker, teaching is not just a profession. It is an ongoing relationship with a community, a commitment to growth, and a belief that every student deserves someone who sees their potential and who celebrates the progress along the way.

Rachel Schwartzman, Special Education

Meet Rachel Schwartzman, a passionate advocate for inclusive learning. After earning her master's from the Special Education program, Rachel now brings her expertise to Space Center Houston by designing imaginative, inclusive guest experiences. Growing up with a learning disability, Rachel found empowerment in hands-on, informal learning environments like museums. That personal connection drives her mission to make educational spaces more inclusive for learners of all ages and abilities.

Olivia Iverson, Sapsik'ʷałá Teacher Education and UOTeach Elementary Education

Meet Olivia Iverson (Oglala Sioux Tribe) who credits her family for inspiring her decision to attend Sapsik’ʷałá and UO Teach in pursuit of a master’s degree and teaching license in elementary education and ESOL. Olivia shares stories about her grandmother Lois’ (Oglala Lakota) influence on her decisions to work in Indian Education and provide opportunities for Native students to attend higher education.

Shaji S. Haq, PhD, BCBA-D, NCSP, School Psychology

Meet Shaji S. Haq, PhD, BCBA-D, NCSP, '16, School Psychology doctoral program. Dr. Shaji S. Haq, Director of Severe Behavior Services at Easterseals Southern California, exemplifies the transformative potential of combining rigorous academic training with a deep commitment to compassionate care. He credits his time at the College of Education with shaping both his clinical expertise and his broader professional philosophy.