Graduation Information

May 2026 Graduation 

Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences will host a spring ceremony for all graduating aerospace students. The event will feature multiple speakers and all graduates will have their name announced and be able to walk across the stage to receive their diploma cover. This event is separate from the campus-wide commencement. We are also hosting a special reception for graduates to recognize award winners and outstanding achievements.

• Senior Projects Awards (Open to Students Only) – Monday, April 27, 1:30-4 p.m. location TBA
• Aerospace Engineering Sciences graduation ceremony - Friday, May 1, 2026 from 12-2 p.m. in the CU Events Center.
  • Doors open at 11 a.m.
• Aerospace Post-Graduation Reception – Friday, May 1, 3:30-5 p.m. in the AERO Lobby
  • PhD Recognition Ceremony at 3:30 p.m. in AERO
• Campus-wide Commencement - Saturday, May 2, 2026, 8:30 a.m. at Folsom Field.