Graduation Events
Doctor of Medicine Graduate Recognition Ceremony
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10 a.m.
UW–Madison Memorial Union, Shannon Hall
Stay tuned for more information and features of this year’s talented graduates.
Doctor of Physical Therapy Hooding Ceremony
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Wisconsin Institute for Discovery – DeLuca Forum
In person event with livestream link upon request
Master of Genetic Counselor Studies Graduate Research Presentations
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1 p.m.
Health Sciences Learning Center 1345, reception in the atrium
Hybrid event
Master of Physician Assistant Studies Commencement Reception
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1 p.m.
Varsity Hall, Union South
Modality TBD
Master of Public Health Graduation Reception
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4 p.m.
Fluno Center
In person event
Native American Center for Health Professions (NACHP) Graduation
Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Alumni Lounge, Pyle Center
Hybrid event
Spring Commencement
PhD, MFA, and Medical Professional Degree Candidate Ceremony
Friday, May 8, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
The Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton Street
Bachelor’s, Law, and Master’s Degree Candidate Ceremony
Saturday, May 9, 2026 at noon
Camp Randall, 1440 Monroe Street
Accessibility Accommodations for the MD Graduate Recognition Ceremony
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible MD Graduate Recognition Ceremony. Contact smphevents@med.wisc.edu if you require accommodations for this event. Please submit requests at least two weeks before the event. All efforts will be made to meet late requests.
