Commencement Logistics and Seating Logistics Shaw University’s Commencement Exercise will be held in the downtown Raleigh Convention Center on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 9:00 AM.Information regarding tickets will be shared soon. Seating Doors open approximately 1 hour before the ceremony. No one will be permitted inside prior to that time.Commencement Mortar Board DecorGuests should arrive in time to park and be seated at the Raleigh Convention Center no later than fifteen (15) minutes before the start of the ceremony.To ensure the comfort of our guests and in accordance with local fire safety laws, aisles must be kept clear at all times.Guests are asked to cooperate with ushers and public safety officers and to keep designated areas clear.