General Information
Ceremony Details
Location:
Stegeman Coliseum
Ceremony Date:
May 9, 2025
Ceremony Start Times:
10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Gates Open:
9 a.m. and Noon
Tickets are required for students to participate in Convocation ceremonies. Tickets are not required for attending guests.
The Terry College of Business will host two Undergraduate Convocation ceremonies to accommodate the growing graduating class and attending guests. Tickets are required for all graduates to sit on the coliseum floor. Students may register for either ceremony; availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration for this event is March 10–21; details will be sent to students’ UGA email addresses. This is a separate registration from applying to graduate and attending UGA Commencement.
Out of respect for graduating students, guests and Convocation speakers, everyone is expected to remain for the entire ceremony. Each ceremony should not exceed 90 minutes.
In addition to watching the ceremony in person, the spring Undergraduate Convocation will be streamed live on the Terry website starting five minutes before each ceremony start time.
The clear bag policy is in effect for Undergraduate Convocation. See bag specifications.
Commencement Tickets
Tickets for UGA’s Undergraduate Commencement are required for all graduates. Refer to the UGA Commencement page for more information.
Registration and Tickets
Student registration closed Friday, March 21, 2025.
Tickets are required for students to participate in Terry’s Spring Undergraduate Convocation ceremonies. Students can only register once with their valid UGA ID number (81XXXXXXX). Tickets are not required for attending guests.
Tickets are non-transferable and will be delivered electronically in early May to those who have registered to attend. You must present your digital ticket via smartphone to access the coliseum floor. Students without a ticket will not be admitted.
For questions regarding digital tickets, please call the UGA Ticket Office at 706-542-1231.
Speaker
Rennie Curran
Rennie Curran is a keynote speaker, author and CEO of Game Changer Coaching, where he empowers leaders, teams and organizations to achieve their fullest potential. Inducted into the Georgia High School Football Hall of Fame, Gwinnett County Sports Hall of Fame, Georgia vs. Florida Hall of Fame and recognized in the UGA 40 Under 40, Rennie leverages his unique background as a former professional athlete to offer powerful insights on leadership, teamwork and overcoming adversity.
Born in Atlanta and the son of Liberian immigrants, Rennie began his football career at Brookwood High School, becoming the all-time leading tackler in Gwinnett County history. Despite being considered undersized by various critics, Rennie went on to make an immediate impact at the University of Georgia, where he was a three-time All American, Butkus Award finalist and permanent team captain.
After being selected in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans, Rennie played with several professional teams, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Edmonton Eskimos and BC Lions of the CFL. During his professional career, he built his current business and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Terry College of Business, positioning himself for a successful transition into entrepreneurship.
As the CEO of Game Changer Coaching, Rennie has partnered with organizations such as The Jon Gordon Companies, RISE, Career Management Partners and Transport Enterprise Leasing. His partners turn to him for guidance on leadership development, personal branding, career transitioning and public speaking. His presentations are known for being engaging and practical, equipping audiences with the tools to overcome challenges and maximize their opportunities, both personally and professionally.
When he’s not working with clients or delivering keynote speeches, Rennie enjoys playing the piano, spending time with his daughter and cherishing moments with his fiancée. He is deeply committed to giving back through his Game Changers Foundation, which helps student-athletes become leaders on and off the field, and through his involvement with organizations like the Boys and Girls Club and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Eligibility
Fall 2024 graduates and undergraduates eligible to complete their degrees in the spring 2025 or summer 2025 semesters are invited to participate in the spring Terry College Undergraduate Convocation.
To be listed in the printed program for the Terry convocation, candidates for degrees must remove their FERPA restrictions by March 21 when applying for graduation. This requirement must be completed by all undergraduate students expecting to graduate in the spring or summer 2025 semesters.
If you are planning to participate in the spring Undergraduate Convocation and have a disability or need special assistance, please contact the Undergraduate Student Services Office at terrycb@uga.edu.
Note: Refer to the Office of the Registrar for UGA commencement eligibility requirements.
Assembly Instructions
Doors for the ceremonies open at 9 a.m. and noon, and graduates should arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. or 12:15 p.m., dressed in cap and gown.
In advance of the ceremony, graduates should pick a place to meet family and friends once the ceremony is completed. Graduates should leave all belongings with family members. You will not be allowed to carry them onto the coliseum floor.
Students with last names beginning with letters A–L will check in on the Carlton Street side of Stegeman Coliseum. Students with last names beginning with letters M–Z will check in on the Smith Street side.
Upon arrival, your digital ticket will be scanned for entry. Pick up your reader card and proceed to the coliseum floor for seating. You will take this card with you to the ceremony. There will be no processional for the spring Undergraduate Convocation. Students arriving after 9:15 a.m. or 12:15 p.m. are not guaranteed to be seated on the floor. Marshals will assist students.
Once graduates find seats on the Stegeman Coliseum floor, please remain there and do not stand in the aisles.
Academic Regalia (Cap & Gown)
Graduates must wear appropriate academic regalia to participate in the spring Undergraduate Convocation. Caps, gowns and hoods may be purchased at the University of Georgia Bookstore. Contact the bookstore at 706-542-3171 or via email for purchasing information. Announcements can be ordered online from Jostens. (Please note: If you order your academic regalia from someone other than the UGA Bookstore, the UGA Bookstore cannot assist you with missing or replacement items.)
Undergraduate degree candidates at Terry wear the “drab” color tassel and an honors tassel if earned. AB Economics degree candidates wear a white tassel. Candidates should wear tassels on the right side before their degree is conferred and on the left side afterward. The mortarboard on the cap should be parallel to the ground.
Graduate Recognition
The university awards degrees with honors to candidates who meet specified standards of academic excellence. Graduating undergraduate seniors will be recommended for graduation with honors based on their overall grade point average for all college-level work attempted. The overall GPA or all-college average includes work attempted at the University of Georgia and college-level transfer work attempted before or after matriculation. Undergraduate students meeting the respective standards below may wear an honors tassel:
| Latin Honors Distinction | GPA Requirement | Tassel Color |
|---|---|---|
| Cum Laude | 3.60–3.74 | Red and Black |
| Magna Cum Laude | 3.75–3.89 | Red and Silver |
| Summa Cum Laude | 3.90–4.00 | Red, Silver and Black |
Permitted vs. Prohibited Items
Security has the right to inspect any item at any time for safety purposes. Prohibited items must be returned to cars or disposed of before entering Stegeman Coliseum and will not be accepted by employees or stored at the gates.
The Clear Bag Policy is in effect for the spring Undergraduate Convocation and applies to graduates and guests. Please follow the guidelines:
Permitted Items
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags
- Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5″ x 6.5″
- Bags that contain necessary medical items, which must be inspected and approved at a designated gate
- Food items must fit inside the permitted-sized bag
- Beverages, including water, in sealed plastic bottles; must fit inside the permitted-sized bag
- Umbrellas
- Cameras and video recorders (the clear bag policy applies to camera bags)
- Strollers
Prohibited Items
- Backpacks
- Wrapped gifts or packages wherein the contents are not visible
- Alcohol beverages are not permitted at any Terry Convocation
- Glass and aluminum containers
- Tobacco: UGA is a tobacco-free campus
- Large items, such as balloons, banners and posters, flags, or amplification equipment, such as bullhorns or megaphones
Parking
Parking for the Undergraduate Convocation is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Suggested parking areas include South Campus Deck (S11), Carlton Street Deck (S15) and Foley Field Lot (S14). McPhaul Lot (S10) and Coverdell Lot (S16) are reserved for designated participants by permit only. Please do not park on sidewalks, landscaped areas or on streets blocking traffic lanes. Improperly parked vehicles may be towed.
Parking for guests with disabilities is available in the Hoke Smith Annex Lot (S12) adjacent to Stegeman Coliseum. The main entrances to Stegeman Coliseum along Sanford Drive and Carlton Street are wheelchair accessible.
For additional parking questions, please contact Parking Services at 706‑542‑7275.
Disability Access
Visitors with disability concerns are strongly encouraged to arrive early at Stegeman Coliseum. Main entrances to Stegeman Coliseum along Sanford Drive and Carlton Street are wheelchair accessible.
On-site wheelchairs are NOT available. Guests with difficulty walking are strongly encouraged to bring their wheelchair. Wheelchairs are commonly available for short-term rental from medical supply stores and some pharmacies.
Seating for guests in wheelchairs is limited in Stegeman Coliseum. Disability and companion seating is along the top row of the lower level. Disability seating allows access for one person in a wheelchair and one companion. Additional family members will need to sit separately in general seating. Please plan accordingly.
Photos, Videos, Programs & More
Professional photographs will be taken of each Terry College candidate. After the Convocation, graduates may access Convocation proofs and order prints from GradImages®. Video capture of the event will be available through the college’s graduation website six to eight weeks after the event.
Convocation programs will be placed in the seats for each of the candidates. Each candidate will be recognized by name in the program using the official information on file with the University of Georgia Office of the Registrar.
Diplomas
Diplomas are mailed six to eight weeks after the official graduation date. Please see the Registrar’s Office website for complete information regarding applying to graduate and diplomas.
Lost & Found
For items believed lost in Stegeman Coliseum, please contact the University of Georgia Police Department at detectives@police.uga.edu.
First Aid
First Aid and ambulance services will be on-site to assist with emergency needs. First Aid is behind Section L in the Stegeman Coliseum concourse.
Welcome to the Terry Alumni Family!
Congratulations on your accomplishments! We wish you the best of success as you begin a new, exciting chapter of your life!
As a proud Terry College of Business graduate, you understand how your education at the University of Georgia laid the foundation for your success, empowering you with the skills, connections, and insights to thrive.
We invite you to join us in making a meaningful investment in the future of the Terry College. Discover how you can make a difference today and start supporting business leaders like yourself. And remember to keep in touch with us at the Terry Alumni website.