This event celebrates the accomplishments of fall 2022, spring 2023, summer 2023 graduates and recent REACH Program Completion Students and will take place in Kinnick from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
President Barbara Wilson and Executive Vice President and Provost Kevin Kregel are pleased to host a reception inside the Ted Pacha Family Club in the north end zone. Light refreshments will be served and Herky will be available for photos. Names and photos of graduates will be displayed on Kinnick Stadium's video board during the reception, and guests will be invited to view the display from the outdoor club seats. There will be no formal program.
Eligible students will receive an email from Marching Order with instructions on how to register no later than April 6, 2023. The deadline to register is May 1, 2023.
- This event is not a commencement ceremony, students registering for this event through Marching Order will still need to RSVP in MyUI for commencement attendance.
- Names and photos will be displayed on Kinnick Stadium's video board during the reception.
- Photos will need to be uploaded through Marching Order.
- If you uploaded a photo in MyUI for commencement during the RSVP process, you will need to submit a photo for this event as well.
Please check back for more information closer to the event.
Accessibility and Accommodations
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact UI Celebration team in advance by email ui-celebration2023@uiowa.edu or call 319-335-3549.
- Accessible parking will be available in Lot 43 near Gate H
Eligibility and Registration
This reception celebrates the accomplishments of fall 2022, spring 2023, summer 2023 graduates and recent REACH Program Completion Students.
Eligible students will receive an email from Marching Order with instructions on how to register no later than April 6, 2023. The deadline to register is May 1, 2023.
No tickets will be issued for this event.
Kinnick Health and Safety Policies
Allowed Items
- The following items are allowed inside Kinnick Stadium:
- Blankets and seat cushions (without back support)
- Bottled water (sealed and non-flavored water) – Limit one (1)
- Items allowed after proper inspection at any gate:
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
- Binocular cases
- Breast pumps (for nursing mothers; bags subject to search and will be tagged at gate)
- Clutch bags and fanny packs that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (with or without a handle or strap)
- Diaper bag (items are subject to search and will be tagged at gate)
- Food items in a clear plastic bag (gallon sized or smaller)
- Medically necessary items (items are subject to search and will be tagged at gate)
- One-gallon clear plastic bag (Ziploc or similar)
Prohibited Items
The following items are not allowed inside Kinnick Stadium. Admission will be denied to anyone carrying the following items:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Backpacks, purses, handbags and cinch bags
- Banners and signs
- Coolers, kegs, camel backs, thermoses, canned or bottle beverages
- Footballs
- Large lens cameras (6" or more) or tripods
- Noisemakers, horns, bugles or any disruptive devices
- Personal chairbacks
- Strollers
- Tobacco of any kind (including e-cigarettes)
- Umbrellas
- Video cameras
- Weapons of any kind
This event will occur rain or shine. It will be canceled and will not be rescheduled if lightning or severe weather is detected by the National Weather Service. Please note, umbrellas will not be allowed in Kinnick Stadium.
No. Tailgating will not be allowed outside the stadium.