Welcome!
Thank you for your commitment and willingness to be a part of the Fall 2025 Commencement, happening at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the University Credit Union Center (a.k.a. U Center or UCUC, and formerly known as the ARC Pavilion). Your support is greatly needed and appreciated.
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Ambassador Roles
Ambassador Room Attendant
Location: Inside (Racquetball Room #1) | Interaction: Ambassadors/Staff
- Check-in/out ambassadors, distribute name tags, meal tickets, and t-shirts.
- Answer questions and update commencement lead on staffing changes/no-shows.
- Collect returned supplies.
- Requires walking/sitting indoors - be our ambassador headquarters!
Accessibility Greeter (Inside U Center)
Location: Inside | Interaction: Graduates
- Assist graduates with accessibility needs (wheelchairs, crutches, pregnancy, emotional support, etc.).
- Escort graduates from the entrance to the arena floor seating and ensure a positive ceremony experience.
- When the ceremony begins, transition to the Arena Floor Team.
Arena Floor - Greeters
Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates | UC Davis Robe Required (provided)
- See the grads up close and personal!
- Welcome graduates entering the arena floor 60 minutes before the ceremony.
- Assist with cap, gown, and stole adjustments. Provide customer service and enthusiasm during wait time.
- Ensure graduates remain seated until instructed and assist with stage crossing movement!
- To expedite students crossing the stage, the Aggie Arena Floor Team will assist with student movement and directions.
Grad Help Desk
Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates
- Print grad cards for students who forgot theirs or need on-site printing.
- Requires a personal cell phone for DUO authentication and on-site training.
- Assist with signage/table setup and liaison for registration issues.
- Requires sitting indoors - perfect for detail-oriented helpers!
Guest & Graduate Greeter (Inside ARC)
Location: Inside (ARC Lobby) | Interaction: Graduates & Guests
- Direct graduates needing cap and gown pickup to Meeting Room 2.
- Handle ticketing issues by directing guests to the Box Office and serving as a liaison between guests and UCUC staff.
- Perfect for those who enjoy helping solve last-minute needs!
Ambassador Floater
Location: Inside & Outside | Interaction: Guests, Graduates & Team Members
The FLOATER is our flexible team member who assists wherever needed! You'll move between different ambassador areas providing backup support, covering breaks, and jumping in during busy moments. Perfect for adaptable individuals who enjoy variety and helping teams succeed.
Arena Floor - Aisle Marshals
Location: Inside (Arena Floor) | Interaction: Graduates | UC Davis Robe Required (provided)
- Direct graduates to seating upon arena floor arrival.
- Manage student movement throughout the ceremony, ensure graduates remain seated until appropriate times, and assist with row dismissal during name-reading.
- Guide graduates to restrooms/water and ensure return to seats.
- Must enjoy smiling, herding cats, and cheering loudly!
Grad Greeter (SE tunnel of UCUC)
Location: Inside (SE Tunnel) | Interaction: Graduates
- Assist with robe checks, remind grads of prohibited items, and confirm Grad Cards before UCUC entry.
- Direct graduates missing regalia to the Cap/Gown pick-up. (location TBD)
- Liaison to the commencement lead for mobility issues or special circumstances.
- Requires standing/walking!
Grad Scanners
Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates
- This role will scan Grad Cards as graduates enter the UCUC.
- On-site training will be provided.
- Requires standing/walking!
- Graduates without a Grad Card will be directed to the Grad Help Desk for assistance.
Guest Greeters (Indoors - Section 212)
Location: Inside (Section 212) | Interaction: VIPs & Special Guests
- Monitor Section 212 (SW entrance), ensuring only designated guests are seated.
- Place reserved seating signs and hold seats until 15 minutes before the start time.
- During the ceremony, escort VIPs to/from the arena floor with the Stage Support Team.
- Requires standing/walking!