Do I need to RSVP or take any action before the ceremony?

Yes. Graduates must confirm their information through the Tassel website using the link in the email with the subject line “May 2026 Commencement Ceremony RSVP.”

The deadline to make changes in Tassel is Friday, March 27, 2026. Information submitted by this deadline will be used to create the printed graduation program, so please review your details carefully.

Do I need tickets for the Hooding Ceremony?

No. Tickets are not required for graduates or guests. Seating is open and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Who may serve as a hooding professor or attorney?

Graduates may list up to two individuals to serve as Hooding Professors or Attorneys.

• Anyone selected as a hooder must hold a J.D.
• Please be sure to request permission from your chosen hooding professor or attorney before listing them in Tassel.

Do I need to get regalia for my hooding professor or attorney?

Yes. Students must purchase or rent regalia for their hooding professor or attorney unless the hooder is a full-time Texas Tech Law faculty member. Full-time faculty already have regalia.

Students are responsible for getting regalia for all other hooding professors or attorneys. Hooders may wear their own law school regalia, if they already have it.

Regalia for hooding professors or attorneys may be ordered through the Texas Tech Bookstore, either online or at a Hooding Fair held at the Law School. Orders ship directly to you before the ceremony and include a prepaid return shipping label for rental items.

Please note: When ordering regalia for your hooding professor or attorney, be sure to enter the correct conferring law school. Law hood colors vary by institution, and accurate information ensures your hooder receives the appropriate hood.

What is the dress code for the ceremony?

There is no specified dress code for guests.

Graduates are required to wear full regalia, including a cap, gown, and law hood.

How long is the ceremony? When can we make dinner reservations?

The Hooding Ceremony is expected to last approximately 1.5 hours, allowing time for dinner plans afterward.

Can guests take photos during the ceremony? Will professional photos or video be available?

Guests are welcome to take photos from their seats during the ceremony.

A professional photography company, Candid Color Photography, will photograph each graduate during the ceremony. Photo proofs will be emailed directly to graduates following the event, with full photos available for purchase through Candid.

The ceremony will also be livestreamed on the Texas Tech University livestream page on the day of the event. If you would like to purchase a video, please contact Emily Brodbeck Hays, Engagement & Events Specialist for the Texas Tech Alumni Association, at (806) 834-4409 or emily.brodbeck@ttu.edu.

Where can I park?

• The Law School R21 parking lot (Indiana Avenue and Texas Tech Parkway) will be open for graduates and guests. Please enter via Hartford Avenue and tell the parking attendant that you are attending the Law School Hooding Ceremony.
• Additional parking is available in the lots surrounding the United Supermarkets Arena. Parking attendants and signage will be present to help with traffic flow.

What disability accommodations are available?

Disability parking is available at both:

• The Law School R21 parking lot
• The west side of the United Supermarkets Arena

Parking attendants will be available on the day of the event to help with accessible parking and directions. If additional accommodations are needed, please contact Cindy Deanda at cindy.deanda@ttu.edu.

Where can I stay?

There are a variety of hotels in the Lubbock area. You can find information about hotels at Visit Lubbock. Guests are encouraged to book early due to high demand during graduation weekend.

Where can I order class rings and graduation announcements?

Graduates will receive mailers with information about purchasing class rings and graduation announcements.

For additional questions or assistance, please contact Emily Brodbeck Hays, Engagement & Events Specialist for the Texas Tech Alumni Association, at (806) 834-4409 or emily.brodbeck@ttu.edu.

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