Tulane University School of Medicine Class of 2026 Diploma Ceremony
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, The Great Hall
Keynote Speaker
Robert Grossman, MD
T4 Activity FAQ
Senior Photos
When: Monday March 16th & Thursday March 19th @9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Murphy building – Classroom 1040
What should I wear?
Semi-formal, MillerFoto will provide regalia and diploma tubes for the photo. Please make sure you look exactly like how you would want your photo to turn out – you only take this picture once, and after it’s taken, the photo is sent to be printed; it’s difficult to re-take or resubmit a new photo.
Do I need to make an appointment, or can I show up whenever?
No – Scheduled times, locations, and contact information for MillerFoto can be found on the Senior Photos Informational Page.
What do I do if I’m not attending?
Contact MillerFoto to arrange a retake date to get your picture added to the 2026 class composite. Please follow all instructions for attire. Not taking a photo will result in your image not being included in the final composite you will receive at graduation.
Match Day
When: March 20th @10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Club XLIV & ENCORE in Champions Square
What should I/my guests wear?
Casual or Semi-formal (think of a nice family brunch where your picture will most certainly be taken).
Are there tickets?
Yes – wristbands will be available for pick up at the time of SENIOR PHOTOS. Due to the date chosen for senior photos, the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs will not be able to hold wristbands during this time period to give students privacy during the week. It is imperative you have a backup person to collect your wristbands for you in the event you will not be sitting for your photo on March 16th or March 19th. Students will then be responsible for issuing them to their guests and those who have negotiated a swap. There will be no wristband pick-up at the Match Day venue.
How many guests are we allowed to have?
Each student will receive 1 VIP wristband for student entry and 4 wristbands for their guests. 4th-year class officers will be responsible for wristband swap.
When can I pick them up?
Wristbands will be available to collect on March 16th and 19th at the time of Senior Photos. In the event you are unable to collect your wristband, please have a class officer collect them on your behalf, or have a trusted classmate pick them up during their senior photo. You must collect and distribute your wristbands to your guests before Match Day, as Student Affairs will not be holding wristbands for students or have additional wristbands at the Match Day venue.
Do I need tickets for small children?
All guests will be required to wear their wristbands to gain entry. If your guest is old enough to occupy a seat alone, they will need a wristband.
Can someone else collect wristbands for me?
We understand this is a busy time for students, so we will allow each student to have 1 person pick up their wristbands on their behalf, but they must sign out for you.
What do I do if I’m not attending?
Please contact SOMevents@tulane.edu to inform us of your absence, and please consider donating your 4 guests to the class wristband swap!
What if I don’t want to attend the event but would like my physical results?
You may arrive at Club XLIV & ENCORE 15 minutes before results will be released (10:45 am) to collect your envelope, but please note: we will not be releasing results until 11:00 am, when everyone can read them. NRMP sends an email at this time as well.
I don’t plan on attending Match or arriving late for my results, but I would still like my physical results. What should I do?
Student Affairs staff will be bringing back all unclaimed Match results to Murphy. You may pick them up the following Monday, March 23rd. We will keep them until you would like to collect them or even mail them to an address of your choice.
Will there be food/drinks at Match Day?
There will be light hors d'oeuvres and fun Match Day-themed mocktails!
Do I have to stay for the entire event?
You may leave at any point after receiving your results, but not before results can be read at 11:00 am. Student Affairs encourages you to celebrate Match however you see fit.
Ivy Day
When: May 15th Reception @2:00 pm, Ceremony @3:00 pm
Where: Hutch lobby and auditorium
What should I/my guests wear?
Semi-formal
Are there tickets?
There are no tickets for this event, but guests are limited to award recipients in the class of 2026.
How many?
There is no limit to Ivy Day guests, but please be courteous and not exceed 10.
What do I do if I’m not attending?
Student Affairs will keep your awards and have them available for pickup the following Monday.
Will there be food/drinks?
There will be a small reception with light refreshments.
Tulane School of Medicine Diploma Ceremony
When: May 16th @12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Where: Morial Convention Center – The Great Hall (1st Floor)
What should I/my guests wear?
Students and hooders must wear regalia. Dress semi-formal and comfortably.
Are there tickets? How many?
No – Guests are unlimited.
Is there anything I need to do to attend graduation?
Yes – Please visit the Student Affairs website to order your regalia, complete required forms, and the graduation checklist.
Where can I/my guests park?
There is parking available in various lots throughout the downtown area near the Convention Center, but we are directing everyone to the lot directly next to The Great Hall at the Julia Street entrance.
What do I do if I’m not attending?
Please notify Student Affairs. Your diploma and materials can be mailed.
Will there be food/drinks?
There will not be any receptions.
Is Unified Commencement mandatory?
No – but attendance is encouraged.
Questions or Comments
For questions, please e-mail SOMevents@tulane.edu.
