The University Wide Commencement in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium will take place rain-or-shine on Friday, May 2 at 7pm. However, if lightning occurs within 8 miles of the venue, we may postpone or cancel the event, dependent upon the severity and duration of the weather event. Plans are in place for heat and rain.
HEAT:
- Water bottles will be provided to each candidate upon entering Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
RAIN
- Candidates will be provided with a clear poncho to wear over their robe if needed
In the event of severe or dangerous weather, the ceremony will be postponed or canceled. We will provide timely updates via our website https://commencement.ufl.edu, UF's radio stations WUFT 89.1 and 90.1 and, in the event of a cancellation, our UF Alert system, WRUF-AM 850AM, WRUF-FM103.7, and GHQ 95.3.
UF's online weather center website is: ufweather.org
When planning for the weather, please keep in mind Ben Hill Griffin Stadium’s prohibited items list, which includes umbrellas.
**Please note that weather will NOT impact any college recognition ceremonies, as they are all scheduled indoors.