The Grad Guide: Top Tips for the Big Day!

Graduation Week Is Finally Approaching🎓🌟 

…so here is your graduation checklist! Everything you need to remember before your big day arrives 💐 

Whether you've been counting down the days since your first year or can't believe the moment is here already, it's time to celebrate everything you've achieved! To help you enjoy every moment seamlessly, we've put together our top tips checklist with what you'll need to remember this grad season. 

Your Graduation Checklist ✅ 
A little planning goes a long way! Here's our how-to on making sure everything runs smoothly: 

• Check your ceremony time and plan to arrive early (recommended 1 hour 15 mins)  

• Bring your student ID and any documents you've been asked to bring 

• Collect your graduation gown with plenty of time to get dressed before the ceremony🎓 

• Wear comfortable shoes (or bring a spare pair!) - you'll be walking and standing more than you might expect 

• Charge your phone so you're ready for photos and can stay in touch with family and friends throughout the day📱 

• Check the weather forecast and pack the essentials whether that's sunglasses or an umbrella (or both...we don't know at this point) 

Picture-Perfect Photo Spots 📸 
Photos are a must on a day you'll want to remember forever, so don't forget some of your favourite uni backdrops: 

• The iconic Red Brick Victoria Building 

• The beautiful green spaces of Abercromby Square, catching the golden rays 🌳 

• The Guild entrance, perfect for showing off your graduation gown (with time to grab a mandatory sweet treat from UB)

• Your own favourite university spot, a meaningful way to celebrate the end of your student journey (and the perfect addition to your Instagram carousel!) 

Don't forget to have someone on standby to capture those natural, candid moments- they're often the best photos of the day! 🤍 

Make the Most of Your Graduation Day ✨ 

If you're spending the day on campus, why not make the most of the celebrations? 

• Say con-GRAD-ulations with Great Gifts - Mark the occasion with a graduation gift, keepsake or alumni hoodie from The Guild Shop. 

• Need a Refreshment? Take a well-earned break at Union Brew with a campus cappuccino, iced matcha or refreshing smoothie🥤 

• Raise a Glass - Celebrate with family and friends over a pint, Pimm's or a glass of fizz in the Sphinx. A huge cheers from us to everything you've achieved and the exciting journey ahead !!🥂💐