When is it?
Thursday, May 11, 2017
8:00 P.M., Reception to Follow.
Where will it be held?
The venue is the UNT Coliseum “Super Pit.”
Is there a rehearsal?
This is TBD.
Where does the graduating senior enter the Coliseum?
All graduates will enter the West Tunnel of the Coliseum. The West Tunnel is located on the west side of the building, facing the Fouts Field parking lot. Only graduates will be allowed to enter here. Family and friends will enter on the concourse level.
When does the graduating senior arrive?
Students should arrive at 7:00 p.m. and will enter the West Tunnel of the Coliseum. Do not bring anything with you other than your regalia (this includes purses and cell phones: you will have nowhere to store these items).
Caps & Gowns
The Class of 2017 will begin a new tradition of wearing UNT Green regalia, and regalia will be ordered individually by students through the UNT Barnes & Noble bookstore. Jostens will deliver the orders to the bookstore.
Students will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony without a cap and a gown.
Students will receive more information as graduation draws nearer.
Class Rings
Students will receive information by email in the Spring about class ring options and ordering instructions.
Where do I park?
Parking is available in the parking lot shared with Fouts Field Stadium, across from the Coliseum. This lot can be accessed from North Texas Blvd., the I-35E northbound access road, or Bonnie Brae St.
Traffic to Denton from the DFW area can be congested. Please plan your trip accordingly.
Is there handicapped accessible parking?
The handicapped accessible parking is in Lot #27 on the east side of the Coliseum, at the corner of Avenue D and Highland Street. In addition to accessible parking, there is also a drop off area on the Avenue D side of the Coliseum. This is the street-level entrance without stairs.
When can my family arrive?
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
How many family members may attend?
Seating is virtually unlimited. You may bring as many relatives and friends as you wish.
Is there a reception?
A cake & punch reception will take place at the UNT Gateway Ballroom directly following the graduation. The Gateway Center is located next to the Coliseum.
Are there graduation speakers?
There will be a student speaker, as well as a TAMS alumni keynote speaker.
Photography
FLASH Photography is the official photographer for our commencement ceremony. Every graduate will be photographed as they receive their diploma and will be mailed a proof after the ceremony. For more information, contact FLASH Photography at 214-443-9393 or go to Flash Photography.
Parents are welcome to photograph their child as they cross the stage, but no one will be allowed on the arena floor. There will not be an official videographer for a video tape of the ceremony.
Coliseum Policies
Below is a list of items that cannot be brought into the Coliseum:
- Alcohol
- Laser pointers
- Air horns
- Balloons (if they cannot be held under your seat)
*Visitors and guests are not permitted to enter the arena floor.
Parents
TAMS has no knowledge of, nor sponsors, any post-graduation parties. If you have questions or concerns about such an event, please call the Student Life Office at 940-565-3603.
Questions?
Many details are still being planned, and may not yet be available.
If you have any questions regarding graduation, please email Meaghan Hildinger.