*All ceremonies are ticketed and will be provided by each school. There will be a limit of tickets available for each student and if capacity is reached, a lottery will be implemented.
Doors will open 1-HOUR prior to the event.
School of Dental Medicine Diploma Ceremony
Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 9:00 a.m.
1855 Ansel Rd.
Cleveland, OH 44106
School of Dental Medicine Commencement Reception
TBD
Details:
- Graduates and their families are invited for brunch and pictures.
- Graduates will receive their Class of 2025 composite photo and a gift from the Department of Alumni Relations.
- Complimentary parking for the reception will be arranged in the Cleveland Clinic P1 parking garage, entrance on 93rd St., across from Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion.
Complete Schedule of Activities:
May 13, 2026
| TIME | ACTIVITY | LOCATION | DETAILS |
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| 3:30 pm | University Convocation | Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center | This will be a celebration and recognition of all graduating students across the university and will not include guests. |
May 16, 2026
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| 9:00 am | Diploma Ceremony |
Maltz Performing Arts Center |
Diploma Ceremony for the School of Dental Medicine. |
| TBD | Commencement Reception | TBD | Graduates and their families are invited for brunch and pictures. |
Contact Information
For any questions and concerns, please reach out to your Commencement Coordinator.