Spring 2026 Commencement Information & Livestream Links
Spring 2026 Commencement Information & Livestream Links
Learn everything you need to know before attending commencement, as graduates and as those supporting them.
Commencement Schedule
Spring 2026
| College | Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osteopathic Medicine | Thursday | 05/07/2026 | 9:30 AM |
| Arts & Media | Thursday | 05/07/2026 | 4:00 PM |
| Education | Thursday | 05/07/2026 | 4:00 PM |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | Friday | 05/08/2026 | 9:30 AM |
|
*All EXCEPT Nursing |
Friday | 05/08/2026 | 9:30 AM |
| Criminal Justice | Friday | 05/08/2026 | 2:30 PM |
| Polytechnic | Friday | 05/08/2026 | 2:30 PM |
|
*Nursing ONLY |
Friday | 05/08/2026 | 2:30 PM |
| Science and Engineering Technology | Saturday | 05/09/2026 | 9:30 AM |
| Business Administration | Saturday | 05/09/2026 | 2:30 PM |
Zipper in the front, sleeve cuff should be above the hand
Place the stole before placing cords
Mortarboard should be flat and level with the floor
Tassel on the right, left side when you graduate
Congratulations Bearkat!
Guest FAQ
All ceremonies will be held at the Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at Sam Houston State University.
Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum
1964 Bobby K Marks Drive
Huntsville
Guests may park in several lots at no charge for Commencement. Complimentary shuttles will be available 90 minutes prior to each ceremony for ADA or mobility-impaired guests. Vehicles with ADA rearview parking tags should park in the lower lot, east of the Coliseum.
Tickets are required for Commencement and eligible graduates will receive an allotment of 8 tickets. Graduates will be notified via SHSU email when tickets will become available. Graduates will not need to claim a ticket for Commencement; however, all guests must present a ticket to gain admittance. A live webcast will be provided for all ceremonies for those who are unable to attend.
Please visit Commencement Tickets for additional information.
Those guests with disabilities who wish to sit in special sections on the coliseum floor will be directed to those areas by University Police Officers and ushers.
For additional information, please visit the Guests with Disabilities page.
All guests will require a ticket to gain entrance to the coliseum. There are not specified tickets for ADA seating, tickets will be reserved with the other allotted tickets.
Disabled guests are allowed no more than one individual to accompany and sit with them in ADA seating.
Guests with disabilities should arrive roughly 45 minutes before the start of the ceremony and will enter the Coliseum through the east tunnel.
Children age 3 and under do not require a ticket, provided they are able to sit on a parent or guardian’s lap for the duration of the ceremony. All children over the age of 3 are required to have a ticket.
Doors will open an hour and a half in advance of each ceremony. It is recommended to arrive at least 45 minutes to an hour prior to the ceremony to allow time to park, navigate to Johnson Coliseum, have tickets scanned, and find seats.
The ceremony will be live and immediately available for on-demand viewing. After the ceremony, the video will be archived on the university’s commencement website.
As a courtesy to all graduates, we do not allow noise makers during the graduation ceremonies.
Yes; umbrellas, outside food and drinks, air horns, large bags, strollers, and tripods are not allowed in the coliseum.
Yes, there is a clear bag policy in place at the Johnson Coliseum (clear bag no larger than 12x12x6 or purse no larger than 4.5x6.5) and there will be a security bag check prior to entering.
Family members and/or guests are not permitted on the coliseum floor.