1. Participation Confirmation

Students must confirm their attendance by paying, in fresh dollars, a registration fee of $230 that will be divided into two categories: a $150 non-refundable participation fee and an $80 refundable rental fee for the caps and gowns upon return in good condition at the Accounting Department for Hadat–Baabda, Nabi Ayla–Zahle, and Mejdlaya–Zgharta campuses students, from Monday, May 20 until Friday, June 7, 2024. The schedule for the campuses visits has been set as follows:

Hadat–Baabda Campus

Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM

Nabi Ayla–Zahle Campus

Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Mejdlaya–Zgharta Campus

Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

For logistical purposes, UA is committed to abiding by the rules associated with this event and will be unable to accept registrations made after June 7, 2024.

As the list of names will be retrieved from the SIS, students are asked to check the spelling of their names on the SIS. In case of any errors, the candidate must reach out for assistance, by sending an email to graduation@ua.edu.lb.

2. Caps and Gowns

All participants are required to wear caps and gowns during the ceremony. Reservations could be made from Monday, May 20 until Friday, June 7, 2024, according to the schedule below, provided that the students settle the registration fees and bring the payment receipts for confirmation.

The $80 rental fee will be refunded upon the return of the caps and gowns in good condition.

Hadat–Baabda Campus

Building A, Underground 3 (Mr. Chady Roukoz and Mr. Rodolph Wannis)
Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM

Nabi Ayla–Zahle Campus

Building A, Office 110 (Ms. Samia Mazraani)
Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Mejdlaya–Zgharta Campus

Office 4 (Ms. Marisia Khoury)
Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

3. Commencement Rehearsal

To ensure a highly organized and well-prepared Commencement Ceremony, a rehearsal session will take place on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the football stadium on the Hadat–Baabda campus.

UA will provide free transportation for students from remote campuses to the Hadat–Baabda main campus on the rehearsal date. The scheduled departure time from both campuses is as follows:

• 4:00 PM from Nabi Ayla–Zahle;
• 3:00 PM from Mejdlaya–Zgharta.

Participants shall abide by the rehearsal guidelines set out below:

• Attendance is mandatory; students who fail to attend the rehearsal will be prevented from participating in the Commencement Ceremony.
• Caps and gowns should not be worn.
• Compliance with safety measures established by the University is required.
• Places in the assigned assembly rooms shall be taken by students according to the numbers received by email beforehand.

Rehearsal Program

• Instructions and Announcements
• Line-Up
• Procession and Seating
• Q&A

Time Capsule

Students will be given a time capsule to deposit cherished objects they wish to bring on the rehearsal day, as they will be wrapped with their names affixed to them. Such valuable items (letters, photos, small electronic devices, USBs, T-shirts, etc., noting that big objects must be avoided) will revive memories of the good old days when the graduates open the time capsule 10 years later, on June 22, 2034. A memorable activity not to be missed! 

4. Post-Rehearsal Gathering

Following the conclusion of rehearsals, we welcome all participants to join us for a casual Post-Rehearsal Gathering filled with joy and cherished moments. It is a chance to mingle and share in the excitement of preparing for the big day.