students in commencement regalia.

Commencement

Congratulations to our engineering and applied sciences graduates. We are extremely proud of each and every one of you and what you have been able to accomplish. Thank you for your hard work, dedication to academic excellence, and for everything you have contributed to the university and our SEAS community.

Spring 2026 Ceremony Information

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences will hold three commencement ceremonies this spring.

Graduate Ceremony 1

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Broadview Arena (formerly Alumni Arena), North Campus

Graduate Ceremony 2

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Broadview Arena (formerly Alumni Arena), North Campus

Undergraduate Ceremony

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Broadview Arena (formerly Alumni Arena), North Campus

Questions about SEAS Commencement?

Contact the SEAS Commencement Coordinator, Ona Strang, at SEASCommencement@buffalo.edu.

Celebrate the #UBClassOf2026

Visit UB's Celebrate the Class of 2026 page and Life After Graduation page to learn about events and resources for our graduating class.

Check back for details on how you can submit a message for a member of the #UBClassOf2026 on commencement ceremony day! 🥳🎓 
Below are some of the photos, messages and well-wishes that were shared for the #UBClassOf2025.