Information for staff
Academic and administrative staff are welcome to attend graduation to celebrate the achievements of their students.
Staff who wish to attend
You do not need to order tickets in advance - just bring your valid staff ID and collect a ticket from the Graduation Team on the day. For the January 2025 events they will be available from the Information Desk in the Exhibition Centre.
Please arrive at Central Hall at least 15 minutes before the start of the ceremony.
How to dress
It is not compulsory for staff to wear academic dress, but those who do will be invited to join the opening procession into Central Hall. Any staff member who holds a degree can hire academic dress. You will need to order this yourself.
If you have not received any communication from Ede & Ravenscroft relating to staff gowning, please email graduation@york.ac.uk for the Graduation Team to register you.
All staff gowns can be collected from Berrick Saul Building on the day of the ceremony.
Submitting results and theses: January 2025
Please submit your undergraduate results lists and postgraduate taught results lists by Friday 8 November 2024.
Postgraduate researchers need to deposit their final thesis by Thursday 24 October 2024. This allows completion of all processes by the graduation final assessment deadline of Friday 8 November 2024.
Graduation celebration menu: January 2025
Campus Kitchen can help you celebrate graduation with light refreshments in your department.
There are two offerings available, with the option to celebrate in Vanbrugh Dining or in your own department. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies, please contact campus-kitchen@york.ac.uk before placing your order.
Booking deadlines:
- To use Vanbrugh Dining: 13 Dec 2024
- To celebrate in your department/school: 19 Dec 2024
See the menu for further information, including how to book:
Campus Kitchen graduation celebration menu January 2025 (PDF 
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