SPPH Commencement 2026
The School of Public and Population Health will host commencement at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026, in William C. Levin Hall Auditorium on the UTMB campus. The UTMB community is invited to join us, either in person or via livestream, for this celebration of our students and their achievements. Tickets are not required at this time, though this is subject to change based on public health considerations. A livestream video will premiere on this webpage on May 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CDT.
Order Your Regalia
Students and faculty must order regalia in advance through the links below. Review the ordering schedule carefully — late and bookstore orders carry additional fees.
Student Regalia For all graduating students Order Student Regalia
| Faculty Regalia For faculty participating in the ceremony Order Faculty Regalia
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Regalia Ordering Schedule
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| Standard ordering — Order by March 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. No additional fee. |
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| Late ordering — March 30 through April 6, 2026. A $40 late fee applies. Students are responsible for this fee. |
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| UTMB Bookstore ordering — April 7 through April 10, 2026. An $85 fee applies. Orders cannot be placed through buildagrad.com after April 6. |
Commencement Day Parking
On Friday, May 15, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Garage 4 will operate in Free to Pass mode for Commencement. The gate will remain closed but will open automatically as drivers approach, allowing vehicles to enter and exit without paying for parking.
Day-of Schedule — Friday, May 15, 2026
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