EHE Graduation Celebrations
EHE Commencement for Master’s, Specialist and Doctoral Graduates
Watch Spring 2025 Commencement Recording
See the 2025 Commencement Program
About the Ceremony: This is a formal ceremony recognizing the college’s Summer 2025, Autumn 2025, and Spring 2026 graduates. The ceremony will feature a keynote address, student award presentations and bestowing of hoods. A reception will be held after the ceremony in a tent on the plaza with light appetizers.
Who: College of Education and Human Ecology master's, specialist and doctoral graduates from Summer 2025, Autumn 2025 and Spring 2026.
Date: Wed, May 6, 2026
Note: This celebration is different from the university's commencement on May 10, 2026. EHE's Commencement is planned by the college and is more personalized to this student population. All students will be hooded on stage at EHE's Commencement, students will receive their diploma at the university's commencement.
Questions: Please email ehe-events@osu.edu.
Undergraduate Graduation Open House
Graduates and their families are invited to celebrate at the EHE Undergraduate Graduation Open House.
When: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time: Afternoon, time still to be determined
Where: PAES Lobby, 305 Annie and John Glenn Ave.
Who: Summer 2025, Autumn 2025, and Spring 2026 graduates and guests
Attire: Buckeye gear/casual
Activities: Photo opportunities, food, games, giveaways and more!
Registration: Required. A link will sent by email to graduates.
Questions?
Please contact: ehe-events@osu.edu
How are these celebrations different than the university commencement on May 10, 2026 at Ohio Stadium?
The university commencement on May 10 is for all colleges and units. The events planned by EHE are more personalized to our student populations.
Where will I receive my diploma?
Students receive their diploma at the university's ceremony on May 10, 2026. Please see commencement.osu.edu for details.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
Please email ehe-events@osu.edu
Is regalia required?
Yes, regalia is required. It can be ordered through Ohio State's Barnes and Noble Bookstore. There are deadlines for ordering.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
PhD degree graduates wear a scarlet robe with gray accents on the sleeves and a velvet panel down the front. The hood PhD graduates receive is royal blue on one side and red/scarlet underneath. The cap is called a doctoral tam. It has a gray tassel.
Doctor of Education (EdD)
EdD degree graduates wear a scarlet robe with gray accents on the sleeves and a velvet panel down the front. The hood EdD graduates receive is light blue on one side and red/scarlet underneath. The cap is called a doctoral tam. It has a gray tassel.
Educational Specialist (EdS)
EdS degree graduates wear a black robe with a light blue velvet stole highlighted with scarlet fabric underneath. The graduate also wears a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Master of Arts (MA)
MA degree graduates wear a black robe with a white velvet stole highlighted with scarlet fabric underneath. The graduate also wears a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Master of Education (MEd)
MEd degree graduates wear a black robe with a light blue velvet stole highlighted with scarlet fabric underneath. The graduate also wears a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Master of Learning Technologies (MLT)
MLT degree graduates wear a black robe with a light blue velvet stole highlighted with scarlet fabric underneath. The graduate also wears a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Master of Science (MS)
MEd degree graduates wear a black robe with a gold velvet stole highlighted with scarlet fabric underneath. The graduate also wears a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Master of Sports Coaching (MSPCOACH)
MEd degree graduates wear a black robe with a peacock blue velvet stole highlighted with scarlet fabric underneath. The graduate also wears a mortarboard with a black tassel.