Residential College Graduation 2026

Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm UTC-04:00

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre | Ann Arbor

LSA Residential College
Publisher/HostLSA Residential College
Residential College Graduation 2026
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Welcome friends, families, guests, and enthusiastic supporters! Tickets are required for entry.
About this Event

Yes, it's true that each RC student has about 1 minute to say, do, recite, sing, act-out, whatever you want on the stage. Yes, it's true and welcome that some students pool their time and perform group skits or musical offerings. Yes, it’s also true that you needn’t feel compelled to wear a cap and/or gown.

While weather and parental sensibilities might require that you wear some sort of clothing, we don’t spend a lot of time worrying about what you wear. And finally, yes, after the ceremony, we all proceed from the Mendelssohn to EQ with bagpipe accompaniment for a reception at which all are welcome.

Our commencement usually lasts until 4:00 or 4:30 pm, and the reception lasts another hour or so. Details about the reception to follow.


Agenda

🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:50 PM
Graduates Arrive for Staging

Info: All RC graduates should check-in with RC staff at the table in the lobby outside the theater entrance.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Guests are seated

Info: Both the main floor and balcony will be open, please see a member of the RC staff if you have limited mobility or require accommodations.


🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Commencement Ceremony
Host: Master of Ceremonies, Charlie Murphy

Info: Each RC graduate has one minute on stage to celebrate their commencement in their own unique way!


🕑: 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Reception for Graduates & Guests in EQ

Info: Please join the RC community for a reception in East Quad! Beverages and light refreshments will be served. Simply follow the bagpipes - we'll make our way to East Quad as a group of celebrants, revelers, and noise-makers!


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, United States

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