Portland State’s 2026 Grad Fair: Your One-Stop Commencement Prep

Get regalia, portraits, and key ceremony info at PSU’s Grad Fair, May 12–13

Graduates in caps and gowns take a celebratory selfie with a faculty member on commencement day

Portland State University will host its annual Grad Fair on Tuesday, May 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom, Room 355.

Grad Fair is your go-to destination for getting ready for commencement. At this two-day event, graduates can:

  • Pick up or purchase regalia: Caps, gowns, tassels, stoles, and hoods will be available on-site.
  • Take professional portraits: Grad Images will be available to capture graduation photos, with packages available for purchase.
  • Connect with campus resources: Staff from the PSU Alumni Association and PSU Box Office will be on hand to answer questions and provide support.
  • Collect Latin honors cords: Eligible students will be notified via email in May and may pick up their cords during the event.

Plan ahead and take advantage of this convenient opportunity to check off your commencement to-do list in one place at one time.

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