Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Graduation Celebration
Friday, June 11, 2027
Celebration event
3 to 5:30 p.m., Gill Coliseum
Information for graduating students:
Like completing your degree, there are a few steps to complete.
- This is a public event. Participants will be photographed/videoed.
- You MUST register to participate. Please register by June 1 to ensure your spot.
- Check in at Gill Coliseum on Friday, June 11, 2027, no later than 2 p.m.
- The event will be live streamed.
Important details about the EECS Graduation Celebration
All students who register and attend the event in person will have their names read.
All students who have completed or will complete a degree in ECE, CS or AI during summer 2026, fall 2026, winter 2026, spring 2027, summer 2027 or fall 2027 are invited to participate in person.
Students are encouraged to attend the school celebration on June 11 and the University Commencement Ceremony on June 12. Diplomas are only awarded at the university ceremony on June 12.
This is a cap and gown ceremony. Graduation caps and gowns can be purchased from the Beaver Store, or borrow one from a friend. Be sure to order an orange tassel. Graduate students must also purchase a hood.
There is no limit. Invite as many guests as you wish. Guests do not need a ticket for admission.
The YouTube 2027 livestream link will post here about a month prior to the event.
To give you an idea of what to expect, watch the 2026 EECS Graduation Celebration.
For questions or ADA accommodation, contact abigail.mather@oregonstate.edu
Photography Notice: Photos will be taken at this event and potentially used in Oregon State University promotional materials. By attending this event, you consent to have your photo taken and allow Oregon State University to use these photographs. If you don't want your photo taken, please let the organizers know. Thank you.
Schedule
Parking permits are required Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., in A, B, or C lots, as well as in any ADA-accessible space. Do not park in R1/R2 lots. Permits can be pre-purchased online or obtained at pay stations located throughout campus. For more information and to purchase your permit, visit the Visitor Parking page.
When you arrive at Gill Coliseum on June 12 at 2 p.m., check in, then join the other graduates who are lining up. Wear comfortable shoes. This is a cap-and-gown event.
- 2 p.m. - Be at Gill Coliseum
- 3 p.m. - EECS graduation celebration begins
Frequently Asked Questions
Doors open at 2 p.m. ADA access doors open at 1:45 p.m. Guests should arrive early and be prepared to wait out in the weather. Seating is first come, first served. Wear comfortable shoes; you will likely have to wait in line.
Only clear bags are allowed in Gill Coliseum. Please refer to Oregon State Athletics' clear bag policy for specific information on bag restrictions. To speed entry into Gill, travel light. Expect security to search your bag.
Do NOT bring these items to Gill. Refer to Oregon State Athletics' approved items list for additional information.
- Balloons – minimum fine of $150/balloon
- Wrapped gifts
- Alcohol/drugs
Empty water containers and unopened bottled water are permitted. Grab and go beverages and snacks can be purchased inside Gill Coliseum.
Since this is a public event, participants will likely be photographed/videoed. The event will also be livestreamed, and recorded for your convenience.
Parking permits are required Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., in A, B, or C lots, as well as in any ADA-accessible space. Do not park in R1/R2 lots. Permits can be pre-purchased online or obtained at pay stations located throughout campus. For more information and to purchase your permit, visit the Visitor Parking page.
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Please be advised, this is an athletics venue. Guest seating is not built for comfort.
Contact abigail.mather@oregonstate.edu at least two weeks in advance should you have questions.
Below is the official Youtube livestream link for the 2025 EECS Graduation Celebration:
Yes, concessions will be open for grab-and-go snacks during the event. Please note that outside food and beverages are not permitted.
Yes, we recommend bringing a water bottle. Only empty or unopened water bottles are permitted inside the stadium. Bottle-filling stations are available throughout the facility. Please note that Gill Coliseum is not air-conditioned, so plan for warm temperatures.
Yes, all graduates and guests must follow the Clear Bag Policy for the ceremony. Bags that do not meet the guidelines will not be allowed, and you may be asked to return prohibited items to your vehicle. We recommend reviewing the list of prohibited items in advance. For full details, please visit the Clear Bag Policy page.
ADA accessible parking is available at Reser Stadium, located directly across the street from Gill Coliseum.
A wheelchair-accessible ramp is located on the side of the coliseum, at the corner of SW Ralph Miller Lane and SW 26th St in front of the Beaver Store. These doors will open first, at 1:45 p.m. Please be prepared for a possible wait.
Floor-level seating will be available, and one family member may sit with each guest requiring accessible seating. Volunteers will be on-site to assist with locating seats. Please note that seating in this area is limited.
Unfortunately, Oregon State University does not provide wheelchairs. Guests who may have difficulty walking long distances should consider bringing a wheelchair. However, wheelchairs can also be rented at Rice's Pharmacy & Gift and most medical supply stores.
Prefer to skip the lines, avoid the heat, or limit walking? You can still celebrate from the comfort of home! The graduation ceremony will be livestreamed and recorded for your convenience. Join us online by following this link: EECS Graduation 2025
International Guests
The Office of the Registrar can provide a Commencement Visa Letter to international students participating in the Commencement ceremony, in order for those students and/or their family members to obtain visas from their country's U.S. Embassy. The Commencement Visa Letter verifies the student's graduation status, ceremony date and attendance information, and a list of invited family members.