Families & Guests

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Cheers to the Next Chapter for You and Your Buff

Graduating is a big milestone for your Buff—and it’s a big milestone for you, too. Thanks for being a mentor and a cheerleader. We can’t wait to celebrate and ring in this next chapter with you!

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Commencement Ceremony

CU Boulder hosts one commencement ceremony in the spring to celebrate our graduates every year. Whether your Buff is graduating in the fall, spring or summer semester, they are welcome to attend the commencement ceremony. Save the date for this year’s commencement ceremony, and start planning your trip.

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Recognition Ceremonies

Following the commencement ceremony, our colleges, schools, departments and programs hold recognition ceremonies. At these events, your student’s name is called, and they will cross the stage. Learn more about recognition ceremonies now.

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Share the Excitement

Want to shout from the rooftops how proud you are? Download lawn signs, banners and social media graphics to celebrate your student’s graduation.

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Discover Commencement Traditions

CU Boulder has many proud traditions that we use to celebrate our graduating Buffs every year. Learn about the history of the traditions you’ll participate in at the commencement and recognition ceremonies.

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