The Vital Signs

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Bicol University gears up for its 56th Commencement Exercises with the theme “Class of 2026: Values-Driven Workforce, Digitally Inclined Lifelong Learners,” as the Office of the University Registrar released the Commencement Guide of the graduation ceremonies scheduled on June 15-16, at the PGA–BU Sports Complex.

Released through Office Memorandum No. 203, s. 2026 on June 2, the Commencement Guide outlines the ceremony schedule, academic attire, assembly procedures, and other protocols for graduates, parents, and guests ahead of the annual rites.

As part of the preparations, a series of online orientations will be conducted from June 8 to 10 to familiarize graduating students with the procedures and other guidelines of the event.

Rehearsals are likewise scheduled on June 13, with the West Campus graduates set to convene at 9:00 a.m., while those from the Daraga and East campuses will rehearse at 3:00 p.m.

On June 15, graduates from the BU College of Nursing, alongside other colleges from the West Campus, will participate in the first day of the ceremonies.

Meanwhile, graduates from the East and Daraga campuses will take part in the second day of ceremonies the following day, June 16.

All graduates are required to wear the prescribed academic regalia, consisting of an ecru-colored dress or barong and the BU Alampay.

The ceremony will begin with the Academic Procession at 3:00 p.m., during which graduates are advised to carry their Alampay on the right arm.

Each graduate may be accompanied by one guest seated at the commencement grounds, with a second guest to be accommodated at the grandstand using the provided seat ticket.

Starting at 4:00 p.m., the program will include the Presentation of Graduates, Conferment of Degrees, Alampay Imposition, Distribution of Diplomas, Pledge of Loyalty to the Alma Mater, and Induction into the Alumni Association.

Graduates are encouraged to review the Commencement Guide carefully and coordinate with their respective college registrars, marshals, and other focal personnel regarding seating arrangements, assembly areas, tickets, and other graduation-related concerns. — Erika Mae Campantero, The Vital Signs