College of the Environment and Life Sciences

John Kirby
John Kirby, Dean

New dates coming soon!

Undergraduate degrees for all CELS majors will be presented at this ceremony. Students will walk across the stage and receive their diplomas from the deans. Professional photos will be taken of each student’s big moment and will be available from Grad Images.

Tickets are required for this ceremony.

2019 Gonfalon Bearer

James Mistrik

James Mistrik
Major: Marine Affairs, Minor: Biology

James has been given the honor of carrying the CELS gonfalon flag and leading his fellow graduates in the URI Main Commencement Ceremony. He is a veteran and non-traditional student who has exhibited dedication to the major while balancing work commitments and having a family.

 


Venue and Parking

Please note – parking maps for 2020 will be updated soon!

The ceremony will begin in Keaney Gymnasium, rain or shine, following the main ceremony. Visitors should park in the Plains Road parking lot (Parking lot 25).

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cels parking map