Graduation at Texas Motor Speedway
Commencement Schedule Update
Due to inclement weather forecasted for Friday morning, the College of Arts and Sciences ceremony has been moved to Saturday at 2 p.m. We realize this may be inconvenient for some, but we need to ensure the safety of our graduates and our volunteers.
Weather Advisory
Texas Woman’s University and Texas Motor Speedway officials are closely monitoring the weather forecast for Friday and Saturday. In the event of heavy rain or lightning, ceremonies will be paused for the safety of all participants and volunteers on the track. In addition, livestreaming of ceremonies may be unavailable in inclement weather.
Congratulations Graduates!
We look forward to celebrating your graduation with drive-thru events at Texas Motor Speedway.
Each graduate will be allowed to bring two vehicles of family and friends (including the student's vehicle) to the event.
Friday, Dec. 11
- 12:30 p.m.: College of Health Sciences
- 2:30 p.m.: College of Professional Education
Saturday, Dec. 12
- 9 a.m.: College of Business
- 10:45 a.m.: College of Nursing and Bachelor of General Studies
- 2 p.m.: College of Arts & Sciences (except Bachelor of General Studies)
At each event, students in regalia will exit their vehicles at the Texas Motor Speedway finish line to receive their diplomas and pose for a professional photograph. Friends and families will be required to stay in their vehicles, in accordance with social distancing requirements. The events will be livestreamed and broadcast on the TMS Big Hoss TV, the world's largest outdoor HD screen.
Please note: All graduation activities will be subject to the most recent Texas Governor's executive orders and local county orders related to COVID.
Arrival Times by Academic Department
For a detailed schedule of arrival times by department, click on the button below to visit the Registrar's website.
Additional Information
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- Please do not come to Texas Motor Speedway if you are feeling ill or have been exposed to COVID-19. Observe social distancing requirements at all times.
- All graduates will be provided with windshield placards allowing their two vehicles on the TMS track.
- Yes! The cars will drive on the speedway track, stopping at the finish line for the diploma cover presentation.
- No motorhomes, RVs or buses will be permitted at the TMS facility. Limos are allowed.
- You are encouraged to decorate your vehicles. Be sure to adhere all items to the vehicle securely. However, see below for list of prohibited items.
- There will be no flower sales on site.
- Concession stands will not be opened, and onsite food and beverages will not be available for graduates and their families.
- Minimal restroom access will be available.
Prohibited Items
- Balloons, beach balls, silly string, bubbles, frisbees
- Glitter, confetti, confetti cannons
- Laser pointers
- Weapons of any kind
- Alcoholic beverages of any kind
- Tailgating
- Drones
- Non-service animals
- Any items that can endanger the safety and order of the ceremony
Page last updated 11:11 AM, October 25, 2021