The Student Government Association invites the graduating class to Torch Night: A Farewell to Thee, a ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of seniors at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Torch Night: A Farewell to Thee is a newly renamed graduation tradition. Graduating seniors will symbolically receive the Torch of Service, pledging to serve both the university and their community as responsible and loyal alumni. Participants will receive a commemorative gift from the Office of Alumni Affairs. Guests are welcome, but seating is reserved for graduating seniors because of the need for physical distancing.
First Ceremony
Torch Night: A Farewell to Thee
Wednesday, May 5, 8 p.m.
Ayres Hall Lawn
Graduating seniors, wear your cap and gown and meet on Ayres North Plaza in front of Ayres Hall at 7:15 p.m. for cord pickup and processional lineup.
Second Ceremony
Torch Night: A Farewell to Thee
Thursday, May 6, 8 p.m.
Ayres Hall Lawn
Thursday, May 6, 8 p.m.
Ayres Hall Lawn
Graduating seniors, wear your cap and gown and meet on Ayres North Plaza in front of Ayres Hall at 7:15 p.m. for cord pickup and processional lineup.
Update: Both RSVPs are full. If you have questions, please email sgacos@utk.edu.
We recommend graduating seniors wear their cap and gowns. It is not required.
We recommend graduates park in Lot 9 across from Neyland Stadium as there is limited parking on The Hill.
Guests are welcome, but seating is reserved for graduating seniors because of the need for physical distancing.
We recommend contacting the Office of Student Disability Services at sds@utk.edu or (865) 974-6087.
If it rains, the ceremony will be canceled.
Registration will be capped at 400*
