Commencement & Convocation
Rutgers University Commencement
Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Health Commencement
Rutgers University’s 259th Anniversary Commencement took place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the iconic SHI Stadium.
School of Social Work Convocation for Graduate and Undergraduate Students
Convocation took place on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM at Jersey Mike’s Arena on the Livingston Campus.
The formal School of Social Work Convocation ceremony recognized each graduate individually with pomp and circumstance. View a recording of the event on the Rutgers School of Social Work YouTube channel.
Photos
The School of Social Work arranges for an independent professional photographer at Convocation. Each graduate will be photographed individually multiple times throughout the event.
Tickets & Student and Guest Seating
Advance general seating tickets are required for all guests. All children 2 years of age or older must have a ticket regardless of whether they sit on a lap and do not occupy their own seat. More information on has been sent from Assistant Dean Arlene Hunter and the Office of MSW Student Affairs or your program’s director. Please go to Jersey Mike's Arena Convocation Ticket Information - Rutgers University Athletics for all information regarding ticket distribution and entry to Jersey Mike’s Arena including JMA’s policies and the clear bag policy.
Regalia (Cap & Gown)
Academic regalia is required for participation in all graduation events (Commencement and Convocation). Rutgers–New Brunswick graduates may purchase regalia from Barnes and Noble Rutgers University Campus Bookstores or through the online store. Follow the link below to access the store.
Online Store - Now Open for 2025!
Travel
For advance planning purposes, below are some possible hotel/accommodation options for guests attending graduation events.
Hilton East Brunswick
3 Tower Center Boulevard
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
732-828-2000
Hyatt Regency
Two Albany Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
732-873-1234
Days Hotel – East Brunswick
195 Route 18 South
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
732-828-6900
Holiday Inn Express
4 Tower Center Boulevard
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
732-247-0700
The Heldrich Hotel
10 Livingston Avenue (across from Bloustein School)
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
732-729-4670
DoubleTree by Hilton Somerset
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, NJ 08873
732-469-2600