Hooding and Commencement Ceremony
About the Event
The UMKC School of Medicine hooding and commencement ceremony celebrates the achievements and graduation of students in our Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA), Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MMS), Master of Health Professions Education (MHPE), and Medical Doctor (M.D.) programs. During the ceremony, which is a rite of passage into the medical profession, students receive their academic hoods, recite the Hippocratic Oath and listen to speakers as they prepare to enter the next phase of their medical educations and careers.
2026 Spring Hooding and Commencement Ceremony
May 14, 2026
Time/Location: 4:00PM - 6:00PM CST
Swinney Recreation Center
5030 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64110
- This event is School of Medicine specific and will be a student-centered celebration and inclusive of all SOM Graduates.
- Hooding for MS, MMS, MPHE, and MD students
- Reading of the Professional Oaths
Livestream: http://med.umkc.edu/Commencement
May 16, 2026 - UMKC Spring Commencement Ceremony
Time/Location: - 2:00PM - 4:00PM
T-Mobile Center 1407 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106