Welcome!
Thank you for your commitment and willingness to be a part of the Spring 2026 Commencement, happening at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. Your support is greatly needed and appreciated.
| Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony # 1 | Friday | June 12, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony #2 | Friday | June 12, 2026 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony #3 | Saturday | June 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM -11:00 AM |
| Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony #4 | Saturday | June 13, 2026 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony #5 | Sunday | June 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Ambassador Roles
Accessibility Greeter
ACCESSIBILITY GREETER
Location: Inside | Interaction: Graduates
- Assist graduates with accessibility needs (wheelchairs, crutches, pregnancy, emotional support, etc.).
- Escort graduates from entrance to arena floor seating and ensure a positive ceremony experience.
- When ceremony begins, transition to Arena Floor Team.
Aggie Special Guest Section Greeter
AGGIE SPECIAL GUEST SECTION GREETER (Section 106)
Location: Section 106 (near NE entrance) | Interaction: VIPs/Special Guests/Ambassadors
- Monitor access and ensure only designated guests are seated.
- Welcome and assist VIPs, special guests, and ambassadors.
- Escort guests to the arena floor with the Stage Support Team as needed.
- Requires standing/walking—great for someone who enjoys small talk and staying active!
Ambassador Room Attendant
AMBASSADOR ROOM ATTENDANT
Location: Rush (Ambassador Room) | Interaction: Ambassadors/Staff
- Check-in/out ambassadors, distribute name tags, lanyards, and t-shirts.
- Answer questions and update commencement lead on staffing changes/no-shows.
- Collect returned supplies.
- Requires arrival prior to ambassador check in, walking/sitting indoors - be our ambassador headquarters!
Arena Floor - Floor Greeters
ARENA FLOOR - FLOOR GREETERS
Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates
UC Davis Robe Required (provided)
- See the grads up close and personal! Welcome graduates entering arena floor 60 minutes before 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 Greeter (Inside)
GRAD GREETER (INSIDE)
Location: Inside | Interaction: Graduates and Staff
- Assist graduates as they enter the G1C
Grad Scanners
GRAD SCANNERS
Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates
- This role will scan Grad Cards as graduates enter the G1C.
- 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 Greeter (DOCO Plaza)
GUEST GREETER (DOCO PLAZA)
Location: DOCO Plaza/Surrounding Streets | Interaction: Guests/Graduates
- Welcome guests and grads and help direct them to the right entrances.
- Support grads with directions to Grad Entrance, Help Desk, and cap & gown pick-up.
- Support guests with directions to the Main Guest Entrance.
- Once the ceremony begins, assist on the floor directing grads to photographers and back to seats.
- Must have Aggie spirit—be ready to cheer! Outdoors role, so dress for the weather.
Gunrock Handler
GUNROCK HANDLER
Location: Inside & Outside | Interaction: Graduates, Guest & Staff
- Assist Gunrock
Aggie Entrance Greeter
AGGIE ENTRANCE GREETER
Location: Special Guest Entrance (L Street) | Interaction: VIPs/Guests/Ambassadors
- Serve as the first point of contact and welcome guests upon arrival.
- Provide directions and guide guests to Golden 1 security screening.
- Once the ceremony begins, support Stage Support by checking Grad Cards and assisting with re-prints.
- Requires walking/standing—great for someone who enjoys small talk and staying active!
Arena Floor - Aisle Marshal
ARENA FLOOR - AISLE MARSHAL
Location: Inside (Arena Floor) | Interaction: Graduates
UC Davis Robe Required (provided)
- Direct graduates to seating upon arena floor arrival.
- Manage student movement throughout 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!
Communication
COMMUNICATIONS
Location: Inside | Interaction: Staff & Ambassadors
- This role is only open to staff who work in the Strategic Communications and Student Affairs and Marketing.
Grad Greeter
GRAD GREETER
Location: Outside | Interaction: Graduates and Staff
- Direct grads without a printed Grad Card to the Grad Help Desk before they enter.
- Once the ceremony begins, support Aisle Marshals with student flow and help create a “clap line” as grads exit the stage.
- Must have Aggie spirit and be ready to cheer!
- Requires standing for long periods and being outside—dress accordingly.
Grad Help Desk
GRAD HELP DESK
Location: Inside (Main Floor) | Interaction: Graduates
- Print grad cards for students who forgot theirs or need on-site printing.
- Requires 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 Greeter (Concourse Level)
GUEST GREETER (CONCOURSE LEVEL)
Location: Concourse Level | Interaction: Guests
- Welcome guests as they enter Golden 1 Center.
- Hand out commencement fans and help guests scan the QR code for the program.
- Once the ceremony begins, support other teams as needed.
- Requires standing and lots of guest interaction.
Gunrock
GUNROCK
Location: Inside & Outside | Interaction: Graduates and Guests
- Sport the Gunrock costume and interact with graduates an guests.
Regalia Team
REGALIA TEAM
Location: Assembly | Interaction: Campus Leaders, Faculty & Special Guests.
UC Davis Robe Required (provided)
- Greet campus leadership and assist with regalia dressing (steaming, cap pinning).
- Confirm roles and serve as liaison for changes/no-shows.
- Requires some walking indoors.
- Must enjoy helping VIPs look their ceremonial best!
The Regalia Captain/Lead will assign ceremonial tasks for each Regalia Team member once commencement begins.
