Marshal Participation Form
Join us at the upcoming Commencement ceremony as a marshal.
Thank you for your interest in serving as a Student Marshal. At this time, all Marshal positions have been filled. Please email und.commencement@UND.edu to be added to a waiting list.
Role of Commencement Marshal
- You will assist UND officials in assembling the graduating class, guiding the processional and recessional, ushering guests, and in other ways as needed.
- Your name will be listed in the Commencement program.
- You can request an additional night’s lodging in your residence hall room, if needed.
- You will wear a distinctive green cap and gown. The cap and gown are provided for your use at no cost to you.
- You are asked to be present 90 minutes before the ceremony on Commencement Day.
Become a Marshal
Serve as a Marshal in at least six commencement ceremonies to receive a pink cord to wear at your own ceremony. Volunteering as a Marshal will count towards any service hours you may need.
While serving as a student marshal at commencement, you are representing the University of North Dakota. Participation is not guaranteed and is determined by Ceremonies and University Events. In order to be eligible to participate, students must not have reports regarding academic integrity concerns, have been found in violation of the Code of Student Life resulting in conduct probation, or be involved in a student conduct process that may result in a suspension. Student marshals are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, failure to do so may result in a student not being eligible to serve as a marshal.