For guests

As a friend or a family member to a graduating student, you can take part in the ceremony and celebration, either via attending the physical event or watch the ceremony live online.

Watch the event online

The ceremony will air live on https://live.umu.se/ and Umeå University's English Facebook page. You are welcome to send your greetings in the live event on Facebook.

Guest sign up to attend in person

Guests, staff and non-graduating students at Umeå University who wish to attend the ceremony in person are required to to sign up below by 8 May at the latest. The sign up form is now CLOSED.

Note that this sign-up is NOT for graduating students. Graduating students register themselves through a link sent by e-mail early April.

If you have registered and cannot atttend the ceremony for any reason, you do not have to contact us.

Warmly welcome! 

Seating Guide

Download the seating guide (pdf)
Note that guests sit in the back section of the auditorium and the upper section (balcony).

Frequently asked questions for guests

I didn't get a confirmation when I signed up!

Confirmations will be sent out via email around a week prior to the ceremony. If you haven't received one by then, please check to see if it has gotten caught in your spam or junk folder.

Can I bring children to the ceremony?

Yes, children are of course welcome to attend the ceremony. We recommend that you choose seating close to an exit or front row, in case you need to exit the ceremony.

Is there a maximum number of guests that can atttend?

No, but there is limited seating for guests in Aula Nordica, so we recommend to avoid attending in large groups. The ceremony will be live streamed at www.live.umu.se and facebook.

Is there a dresscode for the ceremony?

The Graduation Ceremony is a festive occasion but there is no formal dress code for guests. We recommend that you dress smart casual.

When do I have to arrive to the ceremony?

Please be seated in Aula Nordica by 14:30 at the very latest, since there can be queues. 

Guests can find seats in the rows in the 2nd section (towards the rear) and in the upper section (balcony). Graduating students will be seated in the three sections closest to the stage.

Will I be able to sit with the student I am celebrating?

No. All students have assigned seats and sit together with their classmates during the ceremony.

Do I have an assigned seat?

No. Guests don't have assigned seats. You can choose where you want to sit freely from the the guest seats. The students are seated together with their classmates.

I can't come to the ceremony. Do I need to inform you?

If you have signed up to come as a guest and aren't able to come, you do not need to send an email to us. Another family member of friend can take your place.

How do I find Aula Nordica?

Enter Aula Nordica to the right of Universum and E-puben. Directions/maps to/at Campus Umeå can be found here: Aula Nordica at Umeå University

Where do I find parking near Aula Nordica?

We encourage all guests to take public transportation (local buses) if possible. The Universum bus stop is right near the entrance to Aula Nordica. Bus lines # 2, 5 and 8 stop at Universum.
Map of the bus lines

There are parking areas around the university campus and also by Landstingshuset near the University Hospital. You will need the Parkster app to pay with your mobile phone. It is your responsibility to make certain that you are parked in a valid spot. 
More information

Tip: Car park P8 by Landstingshuset often has vacant places. This car park is located to the east of the hospital, adjacent to Regionens hus and near the southern entrance.  It is about a 5 minute walk to Aula Noridca.

Can I watch the ceremony anywhere after the event?

Yes. The Graduation Ceremony will be available on Umeå University Facebook page and also on live.umu.se.

How do I contact the Graduation Ceremony team?

If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at:  international.alumni@umu.se