Visit your my.emich account, choose the “Student” tab, click the “Student Full Menu” link on the Student Academic Services Card, choose the "Student Records" link, and then click the “Apply to Graduate” link and complete the steps. You will be notified by the Office of Records and Registration when your application and file has been audited. 

This step must be done in order for a degree to be granted, regardless of whether you plan to participate in the ceremony. In order for your name to appear in commencement materials, you must Apply to Graduate by March 1, 2024. Any questions about the status of your graduation application should be directed to [email protected].

All graduates, guests, participants, and staff will be subject to a metal detector screening upon entry to the George Gervin GameAbove Center. Arrive early to allow ample time for the screening process. Everyone will place wallets, phones, keys, and all other items into bins during the screening process, and metal detectors and wands will be used.

Allowed Bags: The following bags may be brought into the arena after inspection:  Small clutch no larger than 4" x 6";  clear plastic/vinyl bag, no larger than 12" x 6" with one side completely clear of any logo or decoration; or one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags.

Bag Exceptions: The following items may be brought into the arena after inspection:  Diaper bags, medically necessary items, child carriers, and small camera bags. When possible, these items should be in clear plastic bags that meet the criteria for allowed bags.

Media and Staff:  Credentialed individuals may bring in additional items needed for work, but all bags and items will be subject to screening prior to entry.

Prohibited Items: Weapons of any kind including guns, tasers, knives, chemical sprays, box cutters, and scissors; fireworks, noise-making devices, laser pointers, flashlights; selfie sticks, beachballs, or other projectiles; signs of any kind, sticks;  laptop bags, backacks, tote bags, duffle bags, gift bags, wrapped gifts, and any other bags that do not meet the criteria for allowed bags; strollers or umbrellas; outside food/beverages; toys, air horns, balloons and pets (excluding service animals). Smoking and the use of chewing tobacco or vape devices are prohibited. Please leave valuable items at home or out of sight in securely locked vehicles.

Mask Policy: At this time, we expect masks to be optional for graduates, guests, and participants. However, if Washtenaw County experiences an unexpected surge of COVID-19 cases, our mask protocol may change prior to the ceremonies. Should that happen, an update will be posted here on the website and an email will be sent to ticket holders.

We encourage families to leave some space between themselves and other families, if possible. As a community that supports diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect, we ask that all graduates, guests, and participants be respected for their personal choices regarding masks to ensure that we can successfully celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates on this very special day.