GS Class Day

Class Day is a special event that celebrates Columbia GS graduates. Each degree candidate ascends the stage, is presented by the GS Dean of Students, and shakes hands with the Dean of the School of General Studies.

Monday, May 19, 2025, 8 a.m.

South Lawn, Morningside Campus

Gates Open: 7 a.m.
Ceremony: 8 a.m.
Reception: To immediately follow the ceremony, rain or shine

Class Day is the Columbia GS-specific graduation celebration. Each degree candidate ascends the stage, is presented by the GS Dean of Students, and shakes hands with the Dean of the School of General Studies.

The ceremony also includes speeches by a keynote speaker—typically a GS alumna or alumnus—and graduate speakers, as well as the presentation of the GS Alumni Key Award and the CAA Campbell Award. Following the ceremony, a celebratory reception will be held.

For GS Class Day, online registration is required for graduating students and tickets are required for guests. The ticketing system will launch in early April.

Email [email protected] with any questions.