06/18/26 A Message from the Commencement Office at Auburn University

This email contains important details about Auburn's Summer 2026 Commencement ceremonies.

Summer 2026 Commencement Speaker

Dr. Gordon Sumner, '06

Distinguished alumnus Dr. Gordon Sumner is set to deliver the summer 2026 commencement address. Sumner is a 2006 Harbert College of Business graduate, decorated Army veteran, nonprofit leader, and currently serves as the president and CEO of Veterans Moving Forward.

Learn More About Sumner

Ceremony Information

All ceremonies are held inside Neville Arena and include the commencement speaker, conferral of degrees, recognition of students with academic honors and student procession. 
To participate in your ceremony and have your name in the printed commencement program, you must complete the diploma application by Monday, June 22 (located in UNIV-4AA0).
Visit the commencement website to view the commencement ceremony schedule.
Doors open 90 minutes before each ceremony.
Graduates must arrive at least one hour before the start of each ceremony.
Each ceremony is anticipated to last approximately 1.5 hours.

Ticketing Reminders

Summer commencement ticket reservations are open now through Monday, July 13 at 11:59 p.m.
University-issued tickets are required for commencement.
Tickets are required for all graduates and attendees, regardless of age.
Graduates who do not reserve tickets by the deadline will not be able to request guest tickets.
Auburn University's commencement tickets have no cash value. The selling or bartering of commencement tickets is strictly prohibited and is a Student Conduct violation. Students found engaging in such activities will have their tickets voided.

Official Photography

All graduates have official photos taken while crossing the stage, with their copy of the Auburn Creed, and with Aubie (optional).
Aubie photos are available one hour prior to each ceremony (graduates only).
Photos are taken by GradImages  and are available for purchase. 
Graduates and guests can register with GradImages prior to the ceremonies to receive a 20% discount on orders.
Photos are available within two weeks after commencement.

Regalia (Cap and Gown)

Regalia is required for all commencement ceremonies.
All orders must be placed online through the Auburn University Bookstore.
The regalia order deadline is Monday, July 13.
Regalia pick up is August 3 – August 8 at the Auburn University Bookstore.
Honor cords are distributed during regalia pick up based on information from the Registrar's Office. For eligibility questions, contact otrgrad@auburn.edu.
For questions regarding regalia orders and pick up, contact the Auburn University Bookstore.
Please review the regalia policies and guidelines available on the commencement website.

Key Dates for Graduates

Guest Email Registration

If you would like your guests to receive graduation updates (optional), please provide their email address using the link below. By opting in, they agree to receive communication from the Commencement Office and GradImages.

Registration Link

A graduate stands with a ceremony guest, posing for a photo and holding her copy of the Auburn Creed.

If you do not plan to attend summer commencement, use the link below to notify us and you will be removed from future communications.

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Summer 2026 June 18, 2026 Messsage for Students