Graduation Information
Congratulations Class of 2026!
We couldn’t be prouder of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s ahead for you.
2026 Commencement Ceremonies
Following the University Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 15th, the BME ceremony, and all Hajim School of Engineering graduation ceremonies, will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
University-Wide Commencement Ceremony
Who: All graduates, all degrees, all schools
When: Friday, May 15, 2026, 8:45 a.m.
Where: Fauver Stadium at the Brian F. Prince Athletic Complex, River Campus
Doctoral Graduation Ceremony
Who: Just doctoral graduates
When: Friday, May 15, 2026, 2 p.m.
Where: Kodak Hall, Eastman Campus
Biomedical Engineering Department Graduation Ceremony
Who: All BME BS, MS, and PhD graduates
When: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 1:00 p.m.
Where: Sanctuary, Interfaith Chapel
(details below)
You’re Invited!
Biomedical Engineering Ceremony & Reception
The Department of Biomedical Engineering Graduation ceremony was on Saturday, May 16th, at 1 PM in the Interfaith Chapel, and celebrated BME BS, MS, and PhD graduates. Immediately following the BME graduation ceremony there was a reception with refreshments in the lower level of the Interfaith Chapel from 2-3 PM. BME Senior Design and CMTI design project posters were also on display throughout the morning before the ceremony on the 2nd floor of Goergen Hall.
📸 Photos
- Professional BME Photo Gallery (coming soon!)
Photos from Keith Bullis will be shared here and emailed to our graduates once available.
- Miscellaneous BME Photos
Here are a few moments from the BME celebration captured by Deb Contestabile, URBME Marketing Manager. If you have any photos you'd like to share, please feel free to send them to Deb Contestabile. We’d be happy to include them, with credits, in the shared gallery. - Sharing on social media?
Be sure to tag the BME Department: @uofrbme
Hashtags: #URochester2026 #URochesterBME
We'd love to celebrate with you and share your moments on our page!
Questions?
For general commencement questions please visit the University Commencement website or contact the University.
For specific biomedical engineering questions, contact our department.