Q: When and where is the Sociology Commencement Ceremony?
A: The 2025 Sociology Graduation Celebration is an in-person event that will be held on Sunday, May 18th at 2 p.m. at Zellerbach Auditorium. Students are asked to arrive by or before 1:30 pm for the student processional. Registered students will be sent additional instructions before the event.
Q: Who can participate?
A: Sociology majors who graduated in Fall 2024 or with an expected graduation date of Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and Fall 2025. Students are only permitted to walk once in the Sociology Commencement Ceremony.
Q: How do I register for the Sociology Commencement Ceremony?
A: You must complete the 2-part process: the Sociology Exit Survey and Registration form. The link to "Exit Survey Part 2: Registration and Future Plans" will be provided after completing Exit Survey Part 1.
Q: How will I get tickets for myself and my guests?
A: Registered graduating students do not need tickets for themselves. Every person who enters Zellerbach Auditorium will need a ticket. However, all registered students will get 2 complimentary tickets. Tickets for children 3 years and younger will be available for free on the day of commencement at Cal Performance Box Office (located at the northeast corner of Zellerbach Auditorium) .
Advisors will notify registered students once the free tickets are available in April.
You can pick up your 2 free tickets during in-person, drop-in advising: Monday-Thursday from 10-Noon and 2-4pm in either 424/426 Social Sciences Building. Please note that if either adviser is busy working with a student, you will need to wait until it is your turn to be helped.
You can purchase tickets in a few ways:
*Tickets are $10 each, and there is a purchase limit of 10*
Online
Direct link: COMING SOON!
In Person
Cal Performance Box Office
https://calperformances.org/
The Ticket Office is located at the northeast corner of Zellerbach Hall on the UC Berkeley campus.
Phone and window hours are:
Open Tuesday–Friday, 12–5:30 pm, Saturday–Sunday 1–5 pm.
Closed Mondays.
(Holiday and University break hours may vary; please call 510.642.9988 for updates before visiting the Ticket Office.)
Q: Will the Sociology Commencement ceremony be in-person or virtual?
A: In-person
Q: Where can I order my cap and gown?
A: Please see below:
STUDENT REGALIA INFORMATION:
The Cal Student Store will be your one-stop-shop for students looking for their:
- Regalia (Caps, Gowns, Tassels, Hoods)
- Stoles (including Customized, Dated, and more)
- Honor Cords
- Diploma Frames/Covers
- Class Rings
- Announcements
For online orders (in-store pickup or shipping), you can find us at: calstudentstore.berkeley.edu