Commencement

A graduate shakes hands with UA president Dr. Stuart Bell.

UA Announces 2022 Spring Commencement Schedule

The University will hold eight spring commencement ceremonies May 6-8 at Coleman Coliseum.

A wide angle view of a graduation ceremony, with students sitting waiting to be awarded degrees.

Celebrating Fall 2021 Commencement

Fall 2021 commencement took place over the weekend; here are some of our favorite photos.

Students wearing mortar boards at a commencement ceremony. One mortar board says Roll Tide always.

UA to Hold Fall 2021 Commencement

The University of Alabama will hold fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 10 and 11 at Coleman Coliseum.

Summer 2021 Commencement Photo Gallery

Summer 2021 Commencement Photo Gallery

The University of Alabama celebrated more than 1,400 graduates during the summer commencement ceremonies.

Angel Narvaez-Lugo

Hardships Pushed Back His Graduation 25 Years; His Time Has Come

When Angel Narvaez-Lugo walks across the commencement stage on July 31 to receive his bachelor’s degree in religious studies, it will serve as a testament to how he’s overcome his challenging past, and as a gateway to a future of possibilities thus far denied him.

A man in black robes stands up against a brown podium. Red and white flowers are in the foreground while people sitting in seats are in the background.

UA to Hold 2021 Summer Commencement July 31

The University of Alabama will hold summer commencement ceremonies Saturday, July 31, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.

male graduate in cap and gown

UA to Hold Spring Commencement April 30-May 2

More than 5,000 graduates are expected to be in attendance for nine ceremonies, all featuring extensive safety protocols.

A crowd's view of the commencement stage where President Bell poses with a graduate who just received their degree.

Fall 2020 Commencement Highlights

More than 2,000 degrees were awarded to undergraduate and graduate students during Fall 2020 commencement.

Dr. Bell speaks to students on stage at summer commencement.

UA to Hold 2020 Fall Commencement Dec. 12

The University of Alabama will hold fall commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 12, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus. More than 2,000 graduates are expected to be in attendance for four ceremonies.

Students in masks sit in cap and gown at commencement ceremony.

UA Holds 2020 Spring and Summer Commencement

UA held joint spring and summer commencement exercises last weekend at Coleman Coliseum, where more than 2,500 graduates received degrees throughout nine socially distanced ceremonies.