Brooklyn College Commencement 2019
Date: Thursday, May 30, 2019
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Barclays Center
Extra Tickets for the 2019 Commencement Ceremony
As of May 25, 2019, we are able to accommodate a limited number (approximately 500) of graduating students on a first-come-first-serve basis. To accommodate as many students as possible, one extra ticket will be provided per individual; no exceptions.
Extra tickets will be distributed on:
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Time: From 3 - 7 p.m., or until all extra tickets have been distributed
Location: 0400 Boylan Hall (at the site of the former bookstore)
Number cards will be distributed at the Bookstore entrance starting at 2 pm.
Please write your name and Emplid in the Number card.
To pick up an extra ticket, you must have already picked up tickets for the 2019 Commencement Ceremony, and you must also have the following:
- Your state or Brooklyn College ID (the name on your ID must match your college records, or you must provide proof of name change)
- Your EMPLID number
To send someone to pick up an extra ticket on your behalf, that individual must have the following printed documentation as no printing will be available onsite:
- A printed, legibly signed letter from you that authorizes them to pick up an extra ticket and contains your EMPLID number
- A photo copy of your Brooklyn College ID
- A printed, legible photocopy of their photo ID, which will be kept for our records; they must also have their original photo ID with them to pick up your ticket
The items noted above must be printed. Printing Services will not be available.
Please note: Extra tickets will not be given to individuals without the proper printed documentation. Any documentation displayed digitally on your smart device will not be accepted.
Senior BBQ
The Brooklyn College Yearbook, CLAS Student Government, and the office of Graduation Initiatives and Commencement Planning, have teamed up to bring you a Senior BBQ.
The Senior BBQ will be held on May 28, 2019, 4 – 7 pm, East Quad. There will be free food, giveaways for graduating seniors only, raffles, and music!
We invite you to enjoy this Final Celebration for you!
Please RSVP by visiting the Senior BBQ webpage.
What can I expect to take place during the ceremony?
The ceremony begins with a procession into the graduate seating area. Students will process into their seats organized by school. The students are followed by the faculty, 50th anniversary class and the platform party. There will be several speakers, including a student speaker. The ceremony ends with the conferral of degrees by school. The students are asked to rise and be recognized as a group by department. Please note that due to the large number of graduating students attending the ceremony (approximately 3000 each year), students are not called by name. Diplomas are distributed approximately 6 to 8 weeks after the ceremony.
Commencement Checklist
Step 1: Subscribe to the Commencement E-newsletter
Subscribe to the monthly commencement e-newsletter to receive important updates about the 2019 Commencement Ceremony. You may also follow us on Instagram to receive more frequent updates.
Step 2 : File for Graduation
To participate in the commencement ceremony, you must have filed for graduation by the specified deadlines. All filing for graduation is done through CUNYfirst. Review the detailed instructions on how to file for graduation (pdf).
Step 3: Take Senior Photos and Order Your Yearbook
Senior Photos will be held at Thornton Studio, in Manhattan, from now until Saturday, May 11, 2019. You must schedule an appointment. Select "Schedule Appointment." The school code is "Studio."
Be sure to look your best! Your photo will appear in the 2019 edition of Broeklundian: the Brooklyn College Yearbook, which is now available for pre-order. Order your yearbook, visit www.balfour.com
Step 4: Invitation Letter Application for Overseas Guests
If you are inviting guests from other countries to the 2019 Commencement Ceremony and need to provide supporting documentation to the embassy, you may submit an Invitation Letter Application for Overseas Guests. The application will be available from February 6 to April 26. The deadline to submit this application has passed.
Step 5: Reserve Tickets and Purchase Your Cap and Gown
If you are an eligible student who would like to participate the 2019 Commencement Ceremony, you must reserve commencement tickets and order your cap and gown via the Brooklyn College WebCentral Portal from April 3 to 24. Refer to ticket and cap and gown information for more details.
Step 6: Pick Up Your Tickets and Cap and Gown
If you are an eligible student who would like to participate in the 2019 Commencement Ceremony, you must pick up your commencement tickets and cap and gown between May 21 and 24. Refer to ticket and cap and gown information for more details.
Step 7: Order Your Class Ring and Graduation Announcements
Commemorate your achievement with your college ring from Balfour. Your Brooklyn College ring will represent your most unforgettable years and the institution where is all happened. You can also share your special moment with friends and family with graduation announcements. To order your class ring and graduation announcements, call 877.225.3687 or visit the Balfour website.
Graduates started arriving at The Barclays Center early Thursday morning.
A grateful graduate just before the ceremony.
They worked hard to get to this day.
Buster shows some love to the class of 2019 as they wait to join the processional.
Anthropology and Archaeology students say hooray.
Ready to take on the world.
He’s got the wind at his back now.
Happy graduates, happy day.
Joining the processional at The Barclays Center.
Brooklyn College President Michelle J. Anderson with keynote speaker and recipient of the Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Tarana J. Burke and Distinguished Alumnus Jimmy Smits ‘80.
The 50th anniversary class.
This was the largest graduating class in more than 40 years.
There were more than 4,300 graduate in all—3,O97 baccalaureate, 1,183 master's, and 61 Advanced Certificate students.
We celebrate a the class of 2019.
There were many clever caps.
The graduates love Buster.
The 50th anniversary class takes it all in.
Proud friends and family give the graduates a hand.
Conservatory of Music graduate Jasmine Thomas sings the national anthem.
Brooklyn College President Michelle J. Anderson addresses the graduates.
U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer with words of advice for the Class of 2019.
Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams
Psychology graduate Nina Steinfield, the Class of 2019 Salutatorian.
Honorary Doctorate recipient Tarana J. Burke gave the graduates a call to action.
Distinguished Alumnus Jimmy Smits ‘80 pointed out what a different world today’s graduates will be stepping out into before telling them: 'It’s your turn. Not just to turn the tassels As college graduates, you are an essential part of the change that is already taking place in the vanguard of our future.'
Brooklyn College Class of 2019 Valedictorian Salvatore Casto.
And the confetti falls. Time to celebrate.
Commencement Webcast
Commencement 2019 Live Webcast
