Members of the Council, Deans, Chairpersons of Schools, Heads of Departments, Emeriti and Honorary Professors, Directors, Lecturers and other guests.

You are cordially invited to participate in the academic procession during the Spring Graduation Ceremonies, which are to be held from 6 September to 9 September 2022 at the Hillcrest Campus.

Please complete the applicable form online by following the steps below:

• From the UP website, log on to the UP Portal and select ‘Staff System Portlets’. Then select ‘Human Resources Self Service’, click on ‘Classic Home’, then click on ‘Graduation Procession Invite’ on the left-hand side of the screen.
• Click on ‘Show All Graduation Sessions’ and select your specific faculty session. In order to confirm your attendance, complete the form and then click on ‘Submit’ at the bottom of the screen.

• You will receive an email confirming your registration for participation in the specific academic procession, as well as a parking ticket. If the parking ticket is not attached, please contact your Faculty Administration.

Should you have any further queries in this regard, please contact the relevant Faculty Head of Student Administration.

Please note: Your attendance must be confirmed by 5 September 2022 in order for the necessary arrangements to be made regarding the composition of the academic procession.

Ms J Petersen, Acting Deputy Director: Student Administration in the Department of Enrolment and Student Administration