Faculty & Staff

Volunteer

Celebrate the community! Faculty and officers of administration can volunteer at a variety of events during Commencement season, especially on Commencement day. Be part of the pomp and circumstance as we welcome friends, guests, and family members during the most celebratory time of the year. 

Event Volunteers

Event Volunteers engage directly with visiting guests by providing directions, guidance, and a celebratory atmosphere.

Academic Marchers

All Columbia University faculty and officers of administration are invited to march in the academic procession at the University Commencement ceremony.

Faculty and staff participating in the academic procession should coordinate regalia orders with their school or department. The last day to place orders, including honor cords and aiguillettes, is March 4. The last day to request delivery in wardrobe boxes is March 29. If you are a Columbia degree holder, you will receive a Columbia blue gown, hood and blue mortarboard (bachelor's/master's) or black velvet tam (doctoral). Those that hold degrees from other institutions may wear their own regalia or will receive black caps and gowns with a hood that includes colors of that institution. 

Faculty and officers must register by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025 in order to participate in the procession. Same-day registration will not be available. 

Ticket Information

Tickets are not required to participate in the roles listed above. Please email the Commencement Office to request your ticket to attend University Commencement as a guest.

If you would like to request tickets for school ceremonies, including class days or graduation ceremonies, please contact the individual school.

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]