Save the date for the Spring 2026 Department of Statistics Graduation Celebration Event!
Wednesday, May 6th 12:30-2:30pm undergraduate students and 3:00-4:30pm graduate students
These graduation celebration events welcome family and friends to honor the accomplishments of our undergraduate and graduate students at an “open-house” style event.
Students who apply to graduate will be sent email communications and will be requested to RSVP.
Additional Information:
- Event Location and Parking
- UW Commencement Ceremony Information
- Gown Rental Information
- Diploma Information
Location: Morgridge Hall 7th Floor Seminar Room (7560)
Please note that online map services do not yet have Morgridge Hall listed. Be sure to search for 1205 University Avenue rather than the building name.
Parking:
Parking on campus can be a challenge and often fills quickly. You may find live visitor parking availability online. Lots 20, 80, 7, and 17 are located near Morgridge Hall. There is also a convenient drop-off location on Orchard Street directly off University Avenue.
Rent or purchase your cap and gown through the University Bookstore.
General Information
The Office of the Registrar is in charge of diplomas and sending them to students. Ensure that you are set to receive yours and find more information about the process here: https://registrar.wisc.edu/diplomas/.
Selecting Diploma Name
Students can select their diploma display name by completing the application for graduation and selecting the name of their choice. More information on how students can select their diploma name can be found in step 6 and 7 of this KnowledgeBase document. Indicating their commencement preferences and name in the commencement program are separate from the diploma name. Questions? Contact the Office of the Registrar.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Can I bring guests to the Statistics Department graduation celebration?
Yes. Students are asked to include how many guests they are bringing in their RSVP so we can get an accurate count for planning purposes. Guest count should include all family members, friends, peers and co-workers who will be attending.
Do I need to wear my cap and gown?
Cap and gown are not a requirement for the Statistics Department graduation celebration. However, graduates are welcome to wear or bring their graduation attire if they’d like to take photos with our provided photo backdrops.
What do I need to do before I graduate?
Students must apply for graduation via their Student Center to indicate that they are nearing completion of their degree. See the Office of the Registrar’s website for information and instructions about this process. In addition, we advise undergraduate students to do the following:
- Look at your DARS report via MyUW. Read it over carefully to find deficiencies-if you are meeting all requirements to graduate, everything will be GREEN. Be aware that each major (if you have more than one) will have its own DARS report
- *Keep in mind that your DARS is showing in-progress classes as classes you will keep and pass. If you do not pass your classes, or get the GPA you need, this could influence your graduation date.
- Check to make sure your major(s) is/are declared correctly. That is, make sure you have officially added and/or dropped majors so that the list of majors on record is exactly what you want for graduation. If not, go to the individual departments to add or drop a major. This also applies if you have declared Honors in the Liberal Arts (L&S students) or Honors in the Major.
- Talk to an advisor about questions you have about meeting requirements.
I am an international student and my parents need an invitation letter to attend graduation, how do I get one?
If I participate in commencement have I graduated?
Commencement is a ceremony where the university celebrates the graduating students. Graduation is the awarding of a diploma by the university. You officially graduate once the Registrar has reviewed your records. Please read for more information: