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Class of 2025 Hooding Ceremony

Friday, May 9, 2025 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Carmichael Arena 310 South Road, Chapel Hill

  • Graduates may order regalia (gown, tam or mortarboard, tassel, hood) from the UNC Campus Stores. Link to be posted at a later date.
  • No additional paraphernalia (e.g., stoles, pins, decoration of hats, etc.) may be worn beyond any SOM or UNC-issued honor cords.
  • Three “hooders” will be appointed by the School of Medicine. Graduates may not request a family member or other loved one to hood them.
  • Graduation rehearsal, to be held the week of May 5, is mandatory for all graduates. We will announce the date and time as soon as possible.

Guest Information:

  • No tickets will be required for guest entry.
  • Clear bag policy (subject to change): Guests may bring a clear plastic bag no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches or a small clutch purse no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches.
  • Guest parking information will be posted at a later date.