UAM To Hold Spring Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 8
May 8th, 2026 by
The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) will hold its spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 8, in the Steelman Field House.Commencement will be split into two ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for the 10 a.m. ceremony and 1 p.m. for the 2 p.m. ceremony. Guests are encouraged to be seated by 9:50 a.m. and 1:50 p.m., as the processionals will begin at 9:55 a.m. and 1:55 p.m.
The 10 a.m. ceremony will include the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources (undergraduate and graduate), the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, the School of Nursing (undergraduate and graduate), the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Division of General Studies.
The 2 p.m. ceremony will include the School of Arts and Humanities (undergraduate and graduate), the School of Business, the School of Computer Information Systems and the School of Education (undergraduate and graduate).
Scheduled speakers include Dr. Peggy Doss, chancellor of UAM, and Dr. Michael Moore, vice president for Academic Affairs for the University of Arkansas System.
Special recognitions during the ceremonies will include the presentation of the Hornaday Outstanding Faculty Award and the Distinguished Alumna Award.
The university will present academic credentials ranging from master’s degrees to associate degrees during the ceremonies.
Commencement will be livestreamed on YouTube. The link will be accessible from the university’s homepage. For additional information on commencement, visit www.uamont.edu or contact the Office of Academic Affairs at 870-460-1033.
