PhD Hooding Ceremony (Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Evolutionary Anthropology, and Physics)

The PhD Hooding Ceremony is a formal academic ceremony honoring Duke University doctoral candidates who have completed their degree requirements. During the ceremony, each candidate is individually recognized and hooded by their faculty advisor, marking the completion of their doctoral studies. The event is attended by graduates, faculty, and invited guests and is held as part of Commencement Weekend. Read more.