COM Graduation Central

As we countdown to the big day, take a moment to see how far you've come.

• Photo Gallery: A Look Back 

Then share your own favorite memories on Facebook or Twitter using #kcumb13 

Weaver Seating Chart
Click here to see the seating chart for the ceremony (PDF)

 Visit the Commencement section on the intranet to find graduation updates, including:

• A revised Commencement packet
• Simulcast Ticket Lottery
• Event details
• Webcast info
• Class photo times and more!

The Commencement Ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 18. All guests are asked to be in their seats by 8:15 a.m. No one will be seated without a ticket. Tickets will be assigned by seat number in Weaver Auditorium. Tickets for simulcast viewing areas will be general admission. A baby or toddler must sit on a guest's lap for the entire ceremony or use one of the allotted tickets.

Please visit the following links for information about KCUMB-COM Commencement.

• Local Accommodations (PDF)  
• Kansas City & Vicinity Map (PDF) 
• About Kansas City
• Campus Map (PDF)
• Campus Directions
• Visitor Parking Map (PDF)  

Please note:

• No photos or video will be allowed during the ceremony. A free Commencement DVD will be mailed to students who complete the Photos and DVD section of their forms by March 8.
• KCUMB is a tobacco-free campus.

Graduating students may invite a family member, close friend or mentor to act as a guest hooder, provided that person is D.O., M.D. or KCUMB Ph.D. faculty member. Guest hooders have the distinct honor of hooding graduates on stage during the graduation ceremony. To help prepare you for the hooding ceremony, please watch this short clip to see the process in action.

 
Hooders: Please visit the following links for information about KCUMB-COB Commencement.

• Local Accommodations (PDF)  
• Kansas City & Vicinity Map (PDF) 
• About Kansas City
• Campus Map (PDF)
• Campus Directions
• Visitor Parking Map (PDF)
• Weaver Stage Map (PDF)

Event Details
Attire pick-up for Faculty and Preceptors: 11-11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 16, Weaver Green Room, KCUMB Campus
Attire pick-up for Guest Hooders: Please get your attire from your graduate before Saturday, May 18
Line-up in full regalia: 8 a.m., Saturday, May 18, Student Activities Center, KCUMB Campus
Ceremony: 8:30 a.m. to Noon, Saturday, May 18, Weaver Auditorium, KCUMB Campus