Graduation

Fall Commencement

The Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremony is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2024, and will be held at the Thomas Assembly Center.

If you are not planning on participating in the ceremony, you are required to complete the Absence from Commencement Form. If you have any questions, please email Graduation@LATech.edu.

Important Information for Graduates

• Academic Regalia Orders (caps, gowns, etc.) should be picked up at the Barnes and Noble Bookstore on campus beginning November 5-7, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. If you have questions, call 318.257.3066.
• We have NO Rehearsal, so graduates must arrive at the Thomas Assembly Center through the upper concourse, which is to the right of the main entrance, at least 45 minutes before the ceremony.
• Decorated cap/mortar boards are NOT allowed at the ceremony.
• There are no storage areas for graduates’ personal items (bags, cameras, keys, etc.) so plan accordingly. Do not bring these items into the Thomas Assembly Center with you!

Ordering Academic Regalia/ Honor Society Cords

See the Ordering Page for complete details.

Important Information for Guests

Family and friends who are unable to attend commencement can watch the events via Facebook Live.

• Tickets are not required/not in use.
• Doors to the Thomas Assembly Center open one hour before the ceremony for guests to be seated.

Bags & Bag Search

Guests bringing items must adhere to the LA Tech Athletics Bag Policy. Guests will NOT be allowed entrance into the venue carrying any bag, package, or container not in compliance with the following:

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
• Small clutch bags, no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″, with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the venue with one of the clear plastic bags.
• An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection. Prohibited items include but are not limited to purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, non-approved seat cushions, and chairbacks, luggage of any kind, computer bags, and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.
• Banners and pep signs are allowed, provided they are handheld of reasonable size, can be stored beneath the seat, and do not block the view of other patrons. Any banner or sign containing profanity or objectionable material will be confiscated.