Instructions for Students

Smoking, eating, drinking, and using cell phones during commencement is strictly prohibited

We strongly advise you against bringing over your personal belongings (purses, jewelry, etc…) to avoid loss of valuables.

Instructions for Students - The LAU ID/alumni ID is obligatory

1. Dress code

• Women: White dresses with black or white shoes. High heels should be avoided due to the amount of standing and walking needed. Instead, opt for medium-height heels or flats
• Men: Dark Pants and a shirt as it is too hot for a blazer
• Undergraduates’ tassel on the front right side
• Graduates’ tassel on the front left side

2.   When marching

• Do not leave the marching line
• Do not talk/wave to acquaintances, just smile/nod
• Move slowly & keep two arms’ length behind the one ahead of you

3.   When you reach your place

• Remain standing until the National Anthem is over
• Do not clap after the prayer
• Remain silent during speeches

4.   Graduation time

• At the signal of the Dean or Registrar rise along with your class
• Follow the line of march
• Receive the diploma with your left hand
• Shake hands with the President, Provost, and Dean of School
• Change tassel from right to left side (only undergraduates)
• Proceed back to your seat
• Remain standing until the Registrar asks the class to be seated
• Rise for Alma Mater at the time the Faculty stands 

Byblos campus 

• 2:30 - 6:00 pm : Photographers will be on campus to take pictures
• You can meet up with your parents after the ceremony to take photos 

Beirut campus 

• 3:00 - 6:00 pm : Photographers will be on campus to take pictures
• 6:00 pm: Upper Gate closes for lineup
• Late comers (after 6:00 pm) will not be allowed to march
• Graduates must stay on the upper campus

Instructions for guests 

Parents, friends, and guests need to present the invitation card (QR Code) to enter the campus.

• Children under 12 years old are not allowed on campus.
• Balloons, horns, fire crackers are not allowed on campus.
• Seats are available on a first come first served basis. No seat reservation is allowed.