05/08/2026
🎓 Important Commencement info for Tomorrow
Graduation day is almost here, Red Wolves! Arkansas State University will celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement tomorrow, Saturday, May 9, at First National Bank Arena, 217 Olympic Dr.
The 10 a.m. ceremony will include the College of Education and Behavioral Science, College of Engineering and Computer Science, College of Liberal Arts and Communication, and Beck College of Sciences and Mathematics.
The 2 p.m. ceremony will include the College of Agriculture, Neil Griffin College of Business, College of Nursing and Health Professions, and University College.
Graduates can pick up their cap, gown and walk cards in Hames Room A at First National Bank Arena today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or tomorrow from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m. Please enter through the Lower Red Entrance for pickup. Graduates will receive two walk cards with their regalia and should bring both to commencement for name reading and photos.
Doors open 90 minutes before each ceremony. Guests and graduates should enter through the upper entrances at First National Bank Arena. After entering, graduates should go to the floor and find the seat listed on their walk card. The Registrar’s Office will have a table available for questions and walk card assistance.
After crossing the stage, graduates will be directed out of the arena for their official graduation photo. Once your row moves to the stage, you will not return to your seat on the floor.
Parking is free at First National Bank Arena, but parking on grass surfaces is not allowed. The clear bag policy will be in effect.
A-State also offers a free digital diploma in addition to the printed diploma. Graduates should continue checking their A-State student email after graduation for updates and instructions.
Watch live on the Arkansas State YouTube channel:
10 a.m. Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaneKgJ5h6U
2 p.m. Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUXcITbrUTk
The Dean B. Ellis Library clock tower will shine scarlet Saturday evening in honor of our newest A-State graduates. We can’t wait to celebrate with you. Wolves Up! 🐺🎓