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CLASS of 2026
PhD & MFA Hooding Ceremony
and
Rutgers U - Newark Commencement
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Students report by 1:45 pm
Bergen Room, PRCC
Ceremony begins at 3:00 pm sharp
Essex Room, PRCC
Tickets are required for guest entry.
There is an overflow room with live streaming for guests without tickets.
The Hooding Ceremony will be live-streamed on the GSN YouTube page for loved ones who are unable to attend in person.
For Special Accommodations
The Paul Robeson Campus Center is an accessible facility that can accommodate guests with physical challenges. Graduate School staff will be available to provide assistance.
For questions related to disability accessibility, please contact the Graduate School-Newark at gsnsch26@newark.rutgers.edu or 973-353-5834.
Rutgers U - Newark Commencement
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Students report by 8:00 am
Commencement begins at 9:00 am sharp
Prudential Center
Tickets are not required for guest entry.
First come, first serve seating.
Please review the Prudential Center Entry Policy to familiarize yourself with bag size requirements and the items allowed or prohibited.
For Special Accommodations
The Prudential Center is an accessible facility that can accommodate guests.
Please visit https://www.prucenter.com/ada-guide for details.
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