Commencement 2021

Commencement 2021

The UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture will hold a virtual commencement ceremony for its graduating students on June 12, 2021. Check back here for regular updates.

Will the School of the Arts and Architecture Commencement be virtual or in-person?

  • UC President Drake has recommended that all campuses hold virtual commencements. In accordance with the mission and values of our school and our commitment to providing equitable access to the commencement ceremony for all members of our school’s community—students, family and guests, faculty, and staff—the School of the Arts and Architecture will be offering a virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 12 5 p.m. PDT.

What will the virtual commencement look like?

  • There will be a schoolwide portion of the ceremony that will include our keynote speaker as well as graduate and undergraduate student speakers. This will be followed by department-specific breakout ceremonies that will include a reading of graduates’ names, conferring of degrees, and more.
  • You can view a short video of last year’s virtual commencement on the School of the Arts and Architecture YouTube Channel.

How can my family members and guests watch?

  • Your family and guests can access the School of the Arts and Architecture 2021 Commencement at the following website: commencement.arts.ucla.edu. This portal will include a live feed to the main ceremony and links to departmental breakout celebrations. The site will be rich with content, including dedicated pages where graduates will be invited to share their creative work, as well as an opportunity for family and friends to offer messages of congratulations.

I’ve heard that UCLA will allow an in-person stage crossing event at Drake Stadium. How do I participate in that if I choose to do so?

This section will be updated regularly, please check back for additional information.

  • In addition to virtual commencement, and in response to input from students, the university will provide an opportunity for all 2021 UCLA graduates, regardless of school or college affiliation, to participate in an in-person graduate stage-crossing at Drake Stadium. The event will include a reading of the student’s name and professional photography.
  • Participation will likely come with restrictions, such as a negative test result for a COVID-19 test within 24-72 hours prior to the processionals OR confirmation of full vaccination at least 14 days prior to the event.
  • Recognitions will take place over the course of several days beginning the weekend of June 11. Additional dates may be added to accommodate more graduates.
  • Accommodations will be made for students with disabilities to participate in the processional stage-crossing experience. There will be accessible routes to both venues, and as part of the student registration process (including registering with the UCLA Center for Accessible Education), accommodations will be made if an attendant or support animal is needed. If an attendant is needed, the attendant must adhere to the same requirements of testing or vaccination and wearing a face covering.
  • There is no cost to the student for participating in this stage crossing event. More information, including how to sign up for a time slot, can be found on the UCLA Commencement website FAQ page.

Will there be an in-person celebration for my class at a later date?

  • We are committed to celebrating with the Classes of 2021 and 2020 and their families and friends in-person at a later date when it is safe to do so.

Can cohorts of students or student groups organize small celebrations on campus?

  • At this time, UCLA will not permit any student group gatherings for in-person celebrations outside of what has already been described. If the situation changes between now and June then we will keep you apprised as we learn more from campus officials.

Can I come to campus with family to take pictures for graduation?

  • UCLA is currently closed to visitors. Other than approved in-person courses and small group discussions, all other nonessential events of any size remain suspended. If the situation changes between now and June then we will keep you apprised as we learn more from campus officials.

Does UCLA offer formal graduation portraits?

  • The ASUCLA campus photo studio is offering a graduation portraits. Visit the UCLA Store to review the COVID-19 safety procedures, fees, and schedule.

How do I get my cap and gown if I want one?

  • The UCLA Store offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral regalia and ancillary items for sale now. Students can have orders shipped or request in-store pickup, or purchase items at our Graduation Etc. store in Ackerman.

How were these decisions made?

  • Commencement planning has been conducted by the school’s leadership in consultation with campus officials, departmental representatives.

How will we learn of any changes or updates to the school’s or campus commencement plans?

 

 

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