Many academic units and programs offer celebrations for graduating seniors each semester.
Please check with your academic unit on events happening in your college or school
and please refer to the Registrar’s Office for information on official commencement ceremonies. Below are events that are happening
that are open to ALL students graduating in spring 2026. Check out the individual
program websites for details and information about RSVPs.
Adulting 101
- Various dates from January- April.
- Workshop and event series to help juniors and seniors prepare for life outside of the classroom after they graduate!
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Open to all USC students, RSVP on the Adulting 101 website
Ring Ceremony
- Sunday, March 29
- Open to those purchasing and receiving a class ring in spring 2026.
Countdown to Commencement Fair
- Monday, March 30
- 11 a.m. -3 p.m. on Greene Street
- Graduating in May 2026 December 2026? Be sure to stop by the fair! Chat with campus offices about tickets for graduation, how to order your cap and gown, get connected with the alumni association and more than a dozen offices or partners designed to support students for graduation and life AFTER graduation! We’ll have free food, lots of giveaways, a graduation photo station and more!
- Hosted by the Carolina Experience, Career Center, Business Affairs, USC Alumni Association, Gamecock Entertainment
Future Alumni Month
- Dates and Events TBA
- Hosted by the University of South Carolina Alumni Association!
- Visit the University of South Carolina Alumni Association website and click on the “Event Calendar” page to learn more about these FREE events and to RSVP to secure your spot.
Regalia Ordering Deadline
- Deadline April 6!
- Save the date! The LAST DAY to order you cap and gown for commencement ceremonies in May 2026 is April 6. This is a firm deadline. Don’t miss it if you will participate in the May 2026 commencement ceremonies.
- Order online
University Awards Day
- Thursday, April 16
- The annual awards ceremony often recognizes many senior students who have been no for awards. Visit the signature events website for more details.
Grad Bash
- Date and details TBA
- Get your picture with Cocky, grab a free Pelicans sno cone, and complete the First Destination survey!
Last Night Carolina
- Date and details TBA
- Hosted by the University of South Carolina
- Head back to where it all began with your FIRST Night Carolina and join us for a celebration for LAST Night Carolina.
Tassels and Taps
- Date and details TBA
- Hosted by the University of South Carolina Alumni Association!
- Check back soon for more details and registration links as they become available!
Grad Fest
- Date and details TBA
- Hosted by the University of South Carolina Alumni Association!
- Check back soon for more details and registration links as they become available!
Looking for more information about commencement? Please visit the Graduation and Commencement website https://www.sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/registrar/graduation/index.php