A Guide to Texas A&M Graduation

A Guide to Texas A&M Graduation

A Texas A&M graduation is a graduation truly like no other. No other school has the spirit quite like the Spirit of Aggieland. Graduation has no tickets this year with seating in Reed Arena being first come first serve. This event is expected to last up to 3 hours so make sure when making plans, you account for this. As far as parking goes, there are plenty of spots nearby for this event. The doors for this event are opened one hour before the ceremony begins.

What to Wear: Most guests attending graduation dress in business casual attire. This means dress pants and a button up for men and usually a dress or pants and a blouse for women. It will most likely be very hot outside, however the ceremony is completely air conditioned!

Tips for Graduation:
  • This is a long ceremony and guests are requested to stay for the entire ceremony.
  • Wear comfy shoes for the walk and clothes that are comfortable for sitting in for long periods of time.
  • Have a gift or card ready for after the ceremony. Follow our graduation gift guide for ideas!
  • Get there early for good seats. Reed Arena has pretty good seating throughout the venue, but to get the best seat, showing up 45 minutes early is recommended!
  • Bring a camera for photos and make sure you stick around after the event for some photos.
  • You will probably want to eat after sitting this long, so make sure you make reservations for your group!
Overall, the Texas A&M graduation ceremony is a momentous occasion that, even as a guest, you'll remember for years to come. By following these tips, you can make the most of your experience! Gig 'Em
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