UK Alumni Association to host Grad Gathering
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 27, 2023) — The University of Kentucky Alumni Association invites May 2023 graduates and their families to Grad Gathering, a Commencement open house event at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, Club C on the Lower Level on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6.
The gatherings begin as soon as the graduates cross the stage following ceremonies that occur Friday at 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., and Saturday at 9 a.m.
The event provides free refreshments, a gift for attending graduates and a photo opportunity in front of a Commencement backdrop. Individual colleges and campus partners will also be in attendance to provide information and gifts for graduates.
This is a unique opportunity to celebrate an important milestone in the lives of UK graduates and welcome them into the UK Alumni Association family.
For more information about Commencement ceremonies, visit www.uky.edu/commencement. For questions regarding Grad Gathering, contact Samantha Seitz at Samantha.seitz@uky.edu.
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