Saturday, 23 May 2027

AUIB Commencement of Class 2027

Event Schedule

Please note that gates close at 7:00 PM, and entry will not be possible afterwards. Adherence to ceremony protocols is highly appreciated.

3:00 PM

Campus gates open for graduates and guests

AUIB Campus, Airport Road, Baghdad- Iraq

Key Moment
5:30 PM

Welcome reception with light refreshments

Boulevard Arena by the new Lecture Hall

6:30 PM

Guests take their seats

7:00 PM

Commencement Ceremony begins

Key Moment

Regalia Guidelines

HOOD

College-specific velvet trim and black lining

GOWN

Black gown with embroidered AUIB logo

Bachelor’s Degree
CAP / TAM

Black mortarboard with gold tassel

Bachelor’s Degree
CAP / TAM

Black mortarboard with gold tassel

GOWN

Black gown with embroidered AUIB logo

HOOD

College-specific velvet trim and black lining

HOOD

College-specific velvet trim and black lining

GOWN

Black gown with embroidered AUIB logo

Master’s Degree
CAP / TAM

Black mortarboard with gold tassel

Master’s Degree
CAP / TAM

Black mortarboard with gold tassel

GOWN

Black gown with embroidered AUIB logo

HOOD

College-specific velvet trim and black lining

HOOD

College-specific velvet trim and black lining

GOWN

Black gown with 3 velvet sleeve stripes and embroidered AUIB logo

Doctoral Degree
CAP / TAM

Six-cornered black tam with gold tassel

Doctoral Degree
CAP / TAM

Six-cornered black tam with gold tassel

GOWN

Black gown with 3 velvet sleeve stripes and embroidered AUIB logo

HOOD

College-specific velvet trim and black lining

Regalia Policy

To maintain the formality and dignity of the ceremony, decorations, cords, pins, and modifications on regalia components are not allowed.

Frequently Asked Questions



For Graduates

Business or formal attire and comfortable shoes.

No modifications or decorations allowed on the Cap, Gown or Hood.

Each graduate may bring up to 4 guests.

Yes, professional photos and videos will be taken, and shared after the event.



For Guests

Guests should arrive by 3:00 PM; doors will close at 6:00 PM.

Business or business casual attire is recommended.

Children under the age of 13 are not permitted.

Yes. Parking is available at the second main gate with shuttle services.

Yes, a welcome reception and a post-ceremony reception will be hosted.