2025 Graduation Exercises

Klein Ceremony

Klein College of Media and Communication holds its graduation ceremonies on Main Campus in May and December of each year. Graduates have the opportunity to hear their name read, walk across the stage in their cap and gown, and have a keepsake picture taken by a professional photographer.

Thursday, May 8, 2025 2 P.M.

The Liacouras Center
1776 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19121

138^th Commencement

Wednesday, May 7, 2025
9:30 A.M.

The Liacouras Center
1776 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121

Commencement is a multi-day culmination of student achievement and University tradition that marks the completion of each academic year. A comprehensive schedule is provided to help plan your days of celebration.

The RSVP and Ticket Request site is currently closed. The site will open February 18, 2025 through March 23, 2025. Only eligible graduates can RSVP/request tickets for their guests.

• Up to four tickets will be provided to each graduate for University Commencement ceremony guests.
• Graduating students do not need tickets; wearing a cap, gown and hood will suffice for entry.
• Ticket limitations vary for each school/college ceremony.

Graduation Ceremony

On Thursday, May 8, graduates will have the opportunity to hear their name read, to walk across the stage wearing their cap and gown, and to have a keepsake picture taken by a professional photographer. Doors open to guests one hour before the ceremony, which begins at 2 P.M. 

The ceremony will be streamed live for all family and friends not in attendance. To watch the live stream, visit the university’s commencement website. 

For questions, please email [click-for-email]. 

Register for graduation

Graduates eligible to participate will receive an email from Tassel where they can register for Klein's graduation ceremony in the spring.

An email with instructions will be sent in the coming weeks. Be sure to check your Temple email.

Family and Friends Tickets

Guests are welcome to celebrate your graduation with you. Each graduate can bring up to 10 guests to Klein's ceremony. NO TICKETS ARE REQUIRED for Klein's ceremony on May 8.

Mandatory Online Graduation Application

The online graduation application notifies Temple University and Klein College of your intent to graduate and allows the Office of University Registrar (OUR) to prepare your electronic online diploma; as well as, mailing a hardcopy of your diploma. If you missed the deadline, please contact advise@temple.edu.

To apply to graduate:  

1. Log into your TUPortal.
2. Click the Self-Service Banner link in the left column.
3. Select Student, Student Records, and Apply to Graduate.
4. Follow the instructions to complete.

Student Commencement Speaker Competition

The application for the 2025 Student Commencement Speaker Competition is open. Visit deanofstudents.temple.edu for more information on to apply.

Ordering Your Academic Regalia

If you are planning to attend the Klein's Spring 2025 Graduation Ceremony, you are required to wear regalia to walk across the stage and hear your name read. Purchases can be made on the Temple's bookstore website or in person at the Main Campus Bookstore located at:

13th and Montgomery
Philadelphia, PA 19122
215-204-5578

Traveling to the Ceremony

Maps and Directions

Whether you are taking public transportation or driving to Temple for Klein's ceremony, plan ahead and be prepared.

Learn more about Maps & Directions »

Accessibility

Liacouras Center has accessible entrances and seating areas to accommodate all guests on this special day. 

Learn more about Accessibility » 

Ceremony Photos

Photos of graduates as they cross the stage will be taken by Maria Young Photography. Graduates can visit www.mariayoung.photos1 to purchase photos from the ceremony.

First Destination Survey

No matter your post-graduation plans, completing the university’s First Destination Survey has a huge impact on young alumni programming and future Owls. Log into Handshake and take five to 10 minutes to let us know where you land.

Bag Policy

Is there a bag policy at the ceremonies?

• Yes. Large bags and backpacks are not permitted and a clear bag policy will be in effect.  
• Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" (a logo can be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag)
• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
• Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap) and belt bags, no bigger than a clutch, are permitted
• Medically necessary items and diaper bags (after proper search and inspection)