UW Tacoma Staff members are the unsung heroes of Commencement! The important contribution and pivotal roles of each staff member is what makes this special day successful. The ceremony will not run smoothly without the exemplary work of each staff member.
University of Washington Tacoma
33rd Commencement Ceremony
Tacoma Dome
June 9, 2023
Procession begins approximately 9:30 a.m.
Estimated Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Ceremony: 10:00 a.m.
Staff Arrival Time : will vary depending on assignments
Staff FAQs
Arrival time will vary depending on your assignment. Please see below of reporting times.
Staff Check-In & Parking Team: 6:00 a.m.– 10:00 a.m.
Exhibition Hall Team: 7:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Student Welcome and Information Team: 7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Greeter: 7:00 a.m.– 10:30 a.m.
Tickets Team: 7:00 a.m.– 11:00 a.m.
Ushers: 8:00 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
Guest Accommodations Team: 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Guest Assistance and Program Distribution Team: 7:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m.
Marshals: 7:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m.
Traffic will be heavy, and parking will be limited. Please plan your commute accordingly. You are encouraged to take public transportation. If you need a parking pass due to special circumstances, please contact tcommenc@uw.edu
When you arrive at the Tacoma Dome, please enter through the 24-hour security entrance off of parking lot H and check-in (parking map with dome entrances).
Once you are checked-in, head straight to the Faculty & Staff Locker room to drop off or change into your regalia. There will be signs directing you to where the locker room is.
Wear something comfortable as you will most likely be moving, walking, and running around! However, do keep in mind you are representing UW Tacoma. Also, please remember that it is warm inside the Dome, but may be chilly outside. We also encourage that you wear your name tag. We will also be providing purple vests for you to wear as this helps students and guests identify our staff members.
Approximate duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Staff and Faculty Commencement Walk-Through Session
May 30, 2023
MLG 110 (Milgard Hall)
Session 1: 10:00 a.m.
Session 2: 2:00 p.m.
Come join us at one of these walk-through sessions! No need to attend them all; we'll present the same information at each session.
Meet us at 7 Seas Brewery and Taproom immediately after commencement!
- Light refreshments and no-host beverages will be available. This opportunity to connect with each other will be priceless!
Connect with us
If you have any additional Commencement questions or concerns, please contact us at:
tcommenc@uw.edu
FAQs
Can't find what you're looking for? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.