Commencement

Tickets are distributed to graduates by the Registrar's office through email. Each graduate is allocated a set number of tickets. Through student communications, a pool of additional or donated back tickets is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Curious about the regalia worn by your graduates? Looking to learn about the traditions and symbolism behind today's ceremony? Explore our Ceremony and Regalia Guide for all the information about today's event.

Bag Policy

TWU encourages guests to travel light and refrain from bringing bags. Bags up to 4.5"x6.5" in size are permitted into the arena. Clear bags must be no larger than 12"x12"x6". Medical and parenting bags are permitted and are subject to search.

Photo Guidelines

To honor the candidates for graduation properly, parents and friends who wish to take photographs of students receiving diplomas are asked not to obstruct the view of others watching the ceremonies.

Graduates can order announcements, caps and gowns, TWU class rings, diploma frames and doctoral academic regalia through Herff Jones or the TWU bookstore.

• Option 1: Order Online - Home Ship Direct from Herff Jones
  • Order your cap and gown online for the home-ship direct program. A shipping and handling fee will apply.
  • You can also package the order with announcements and/or frames for extra savings!
  • Custom Doctoral rental items will include a pre-paid return shipping label. Please allow 2–3 weeks for delivery.
  • Once your order is placed, you will receive an order acknowledgement and tracking information. Cap and gown items ship separately from announcements.   
• Option 2: Purchase at the TWU Campus Store (Denton Campus)
  • If you prefer to avoid the shipping and handling fee, you may purchase your cap and gown in person at the TWU Campus Store in Denton.
  • Announcements and grad packs must be placed online. 
  • Custom Doctoral Rental must be ordered online with the option to place a TWU Custom Doctoral order.

TWU wants to help you capture your success with a free graduation photo!

Sign up today for a photo session at a memorable campus location, taken by a professional photographer. Limited appointments are available. Pre-registration is required.