The UMD departments of Anthropology and African American Studies will hold Spring 2022 commencement on Thursday, May 19th at 4:30 pm at the Kay Theater in the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. 

Anthropology graduates from 2020 and 2021 are invited to participate in our ceremony this year. All attendees are encouraged to RSVP here.

Regalia

Regalia is required. The University Book Center is the official supplier of commencement regalia for the university. The UBC will continue to provide regalia services up until commencement. Gown sizing and hood colors may be limited after April 29. Along with full regalia packages, the UBC will stock individual pieces, including the tassel, stole, and hood. 

Graduates may also purchase regalia packages at the University Book Center’s Grad Fair on March 9 & 10 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Photos

Each graduate participating in the campus-wide commencement ceremony will receive color proofs by mail approximately two weeks after commencement. There is no obligation to purchase prints. For more information, contact GradImages at 800.628.4509 or visit www.gradimages.com