For Our Volunteers
Thank you to the many faculty and staff who volunteer each year for Commencement day, a celebration of student accomplishment and an occasion in which every member of the Buffalo State University community takes great pride.
Register
Many volunteers are needed to assist with the graduate lineup and processional, assist in the Robing Room, distribute programs, take tickets, etc. Your participation as a volunteer is important in providing a successful Commencement day for our graduates and guests. We value your time and talents and welcome you to volunteer in one or more ceremonies.
Please contact Events Management with any questions regarding volunteering.
Volunteer Registration Form (Coming Soon)
Prepare
Rehearsal for volunteers: Thursday, May 16, 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the Sports Arena.
The volunteer's role on Commencement day is to assist graduates and their guests. Specific instructions and assignments will be provided during the rehearsal.
Men's Attire
- Dress Pants, Dress Shirts, Dress Shoes.*
- Business casual is appropriate.
- Jeans are inappropriate.
Women's Attire
- Dresses, Dress Pants, Dress Shirts, Dress Shoes.*
- Business casual is appropriate.
- No tank tops, spaghetti straps, or halter tops.
- Jeans are inappropriate.
*Shoes should be comfortable, however, no sneakers or sandals.
Report
Reporting Location
The volunteer registration table is located on the upper floor of the Ice Arena.
Reporting Times
- 9:00 a.m. Ceremony: Report no later than 7:30 a.m. (Doors for guests open at 8:00 a.m.)
- 1:00 p.m. Ceremony: Report no later than 11:30 a.m. (Doors for guests open at 12:00 p.m.)
- 5:00 p.m. Ceremony: Report no later than 3:30 p.m. (Doors open for guests at 4:00 p.m.)
Reporting Instructions
Please be sure to sign-in and pick up your name tag at the volunteer registration table on the upper floor of the Ice Arena.*
Light refreshments will be available throughout the day for your convenience.
*Important: Sign-in for each ceremony you volunteer for.