Congratulations,
Class of 2026!
Your Triton journey has led to this unforgettable moment. Join us for All Campus Commencement and a keynote address by Nobel laureate and UC San Diego alumnus Fred Ramsdell ’83.
All Campus Commencement
Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla will officially confer degrees by academic division upon graduates gathered as one student body.
Registration opens at 12 p.m. on March 31, 2026, and closes May 29, 2026 for all ceremonies.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Procession of Graduates: 6:15 p.m.
Ceremony: 7:00 p.m.
Location: RIMAC Field
About the Keynote Speaker
A first-generation college student, Nobel laureate and UC San Diego alumnus Fred Ramsdell ’83 began his journey in higher education at Foothill College before transferring to UC San Diego. After graduating with a degree in biochemistry and cell biology, Ramsdell went on to receive his PhD at UCLA. He has held numerous leadership and advisory roles in the biotechnology industry and currently serves as a scientific advisor at Sonoma Biotherapeutics, which he co-founded in 2019. In 2025, Ramsdell and his collaborators Mary Brunkow and Shimon Sakaguchi were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their groundbreaking contributions to immunology. Their work has transformed our understanding of the immune system and advanced promising new treatments for autoimmune diseases.
Fred Ramsdell will share insights with thousands of UC San Diego graduates as the keynote speaker for All Campus Commencement on June 13, 2026.
Commencement 2026 Schedule
Each registered graduate will cross the stage and be individually recognized by name at the undergraduate college, professional school and Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs events. A livestream of each commencement ceremony held at RIMAC Field, Warren Field, or LionTree Arena will be available on this page, beginning June 12, at 10 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time.
All times below in Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
Friday, June 12, 2026
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs Master’s (Warren Field)
12-2 p.m. Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health (Epstein Family Amphitheater)
Saturday, June 13, 2026
9-11 a.m. Thurgood Marshall College (Warren Field)
9-11 a.m. School of Global Policy and Strategy (LionTree Arena)
2-4 p.m. Seventh College (Warren Field)
7-9 p.m. All Campus Commencement (RIMAC Field)
Sunday, June 14, 2026
8-10 a.m. Eleanor Roosevelt College (RIMAC Field)
9-11 a.m. Rady School of Management (LionTree Arena)
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Earl Warren College (Warren Field)
1-3 p.m. John Muir College (RIMAC Field)
2-5 p.m. Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs Doctoral/Master of Fine Arts (LionTree Arena)
3-5 p.m. Sixth College (Warren Field)
6-8 p.m. Revelle College (RIMAC Field)
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Share Your Voice: Be a Student Speaker at All Campus Commencement!
You’re invited to share messages of encouragement and inspiration with the Class of 2026. Multiple recipients will be selected to represent the graduating class via compilation video featured at the ceremony. Apply by April 23, 11:59 p.m. PDT to be considered.
Sing “The Star-Spangled Banner”!
Calling all grads to apply to sing the national anthem at All Campus Commencement 2026. Apply by May 11, 11:59 p.m. PDT to be considered.
Senior Class Gift
As a Class of 2026 graduate, we encourage you to make a gift of $26 to commemorate your graduation year. Your gift will pay it forward for future generations of Triton students and alumni.
Volunteer Opportunities
For anyone interested in volunteering during commencement weekend, please complete this form. Deadline to sign up is Sunday, May 17, 2026.