OUWB Commencement 2026

Students should arrive at the indoor track in the Recreation Center by noon on Friday, May 9. Light refreshments will be available. Please do not plan to leave any personal items such as hangers, purses, water bottles, etc. in the Rec. Center during the ceremony. These items will be left with Rec. Center staff and added to their lost and found. OUWB is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Guests and families are not permitted in the Rec. Center.

The doors to the OU Credit Union O'rena will open promptly at 1 p.m. for general seating for guests and families. (Note: There will be time for pictures in regalia after the event). Guest(s) who arrive before 1 p.m. will not be permitted into the Rec. Center or the OU Credit Union O'rena.

Jewell Photography will be taking photos during the ceremony of the hooding, receiving the diploma from the Dean, and with OU's President. A professional headshot will also be taken during the ceremony.

Payment will not be accepted on the day of Commencement. All of the images will be posted online within a week and can be purchased directly from Jewell's website. Click the 'Find Your Photos' button in the upper right corner and search the recent events.

Any questions regarding photography can be directed to Jewell Photography.

• All guests of graduating students who plan on attending commencement ceremonies must present a ticket to obtain entry into the O’rena. Graduating students will receive their allotted 15 tickets during graduation checkout the week of May 5. Children three and under will not require a ticket for entry.
• Wheelchairs are available to guests who need assistance. They will be located inside the main lobby of the OU Credit Union O'rena. 
• Sign language interpreters will be on stage during the ceremony. When looking at the stage, they will be on the right-hand side of the stage. 
• Concessions will be available for purchase inside the OU Credit Union O'rena. Guests are not permitted inside the Rec. Center.