Spring 2021 Commencement Ceremony: (Updated 3/24/2021)
The University of Pittsburgh plans to host a combination of in-person and virtual school ceremonies for the Class of 2021. In order to properly maintain physical distance between graduates, guests, faculty and staff, several school ceremonies will be hosted over multiple days. All ceremonies will be streamed online to encourage families and friends to watch and celebrate virtually. See full announcement here.
The School of Social Work will hold a combined in-person undergraduate and graduate ceremony with the School of Computing and Information and the School of Education on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 4.m. at the Petersen Events Center.
An email Invitation that includes an RSVP link was emailed to students on 3/24/2021. RSVP is required - deadline is Friday, April 9th.
Click here for more information on regalia (cap, gown & hood) which is required for the event.
With the proper health and safety protocols in place, including face coverings, physical distancing and good hand hygiene, the COVID-19 Medical Response Office is confident that in-person ceremonies present minimal risk.
The decision to have in-person ceremonies is contingent on the state of the virus. These plans are subject to change. Students and families are encouraged to remain highly flexible in their planning. Please consider the possibility of cancellations or changes when planning travel.
All graduating students and families should await further details from SHRS in the coming weeks. Again, please remain flexible in your travel planning.
No matter what type of celebration you’re planning to attend—in-person or virtual—students should contact the campus bookstore if interested in ordering regalia. Commencement.pitt.edu will have more details as they become available or as changes are necessary.
Click here for the In-Person Commencement Ceremony Guide
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Lavender Graduation at the University of Pittsburgh is a cultural event for the University to recognize and acknowledge the achievements and contributions of LGBTQIA+ students, residents, and trainees. We are excited to honor graduates of the Classes of 2020 and 2021 at this year’s virtual ceremony on April 16, 2021, 6-8pm. If you are interested in celebrating with us or learning more about the event, visit our event webpage: diversity.pitt.edu/lavgrad. For event questions, contact us at pqp@pitt.edu. Congrats to our graduates, and Hail to Pitt!
Hosted/Sponsored by:
Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Office of Health Sciences Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies Program