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Join us in honoring our undergraduate students at the Miguel A. Loya College of Engineering Pre-Commencement Ceremony. This special event celebrates our graduates through their induction into the Order of the Engineer and the Pledge of the Computing Professional. Engineering students will recite the Obligation of the Engineer and receive their rings, while Computer Science students will take the Pledge of the Computing Professional and receive their lapel pin, both, as a symbol of their commitment to professional and ethical conduct as professionals.
Thursday, December 10, 2026
7:30 pm
UTEP Campus, Don Haskins Center
regalia required for all graduates
Group Photos:
The Order of the Engineer Ring, Link #117: Students participating in the Order of the Engineer ceremony will take an oath and receive a stainless-steel ring. An email has been sent with instructions to get fitted for your ring which includes completing the Question Pro survey or visiting the Engineering Edge Center, Room E201B, before November 10.
Pledge of the Computing Professional: Computing (e.g., CS and AI) graduates will affirm their commitment to professional and ethical conduct in computing and will receive the official Pledge of the Computing Professional lapel pin.
Regalia: All students must wear regalia which includes cap & gown. Refer to the REGALIA section within the UTEP Commencement FAQ webpage for assistance.
Check-in & Photos: Arrive at 6:00pm at the Don Haskins South Entrance to receive your name card. Professional photos will be taken of students as they cross the stage. Inquiries should be directed to the Grad Images Customer Service Department at (800) 261-2576, or email ecc.giservice@gradimages.net.
Venue Policies: Please be aware of the Prohibited Items and the Clear Bag Policy of the Don Haskins Center.
Tickets for Family & Guests: Tickets are not required to enter the Don Haskins Center. All seats are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Questions & Concerns: Email us at engineer@utep.edu.
Tickets: Tickets are not required to enter the Don Haskins Center.
Parking: Guests are encouraged to park at Glory Road Garage. Please visit the following webpage for further instructions: https://www.utep.edu/commencement/guest-information/directions-and-parking.html
Seats: All seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserving seats is prohibited. The doors at the West, North and East Entrances will open one hour prior to the ceremony. Please review the University’s Clear Bag Policy - Política de Bolsa Transparente and Prohibited Items - Articulos Prohibidos and leave strollers and carriages in your car.
Tickets: Faculty do not need tickets for this ceremony.
Regalia: Regalia should be worn for the group photo and ceremony.
Photos & Check In: Faculty are encouraged to park in parking lot GR5 and enter the Gordon Family Courtside Club located at the South Entrance on Glory Road. Please visit the UTEP Commencement webpage for parking instructions. Please arrive at least 1 hour prior to the ceremony.
Faculty Speakers: Speakers should report to Paulina Alvarado at the Gordon Family Courtside Club 30 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony to lead the procession.
Students interested in volunteering to serve as ushers should contact ninjaneer@utep.edu.
Through the Order of the Engineer and the Pledge of the Computing Professional, graduates voluntarily commit to upholding the ethical standards, integrity, and responsibilities of their respective professions. Both traditions recognize the importance of serving society through the responsible practice of engineering and computing.
The Order of the Engineer was established in the United States to foster pride and responsibility in the engineering profession, bridge the gap between education and professional practice, and provide a visible symbol of an engineer's commitment to society.
The Order is not a membership organization. There are no meetings or membership dues. Instead, it represents a lifelong commitment to the Obligation of an Engineer.
The Engineer's Ring
The Engineer's Ring is a stainless steel ring worn on the fifth finger of the working hand by engineers who voluntarily accept the Obligation of an Engineer during a Ring Ceremony.
The ring serves as a visible reminder of the engineer's responsibility to uphold the dignity, integrity, and ethical standards of the profession while serving humanity.
UTEP Link #117 was established in 1990 at The University of Texas at El Paso College of Engineering by faculty members Charles Turner, Ph.D., Paul Hassler, Ph.D., and Hector Lopez, Ph.D.
The Pledge of the Computing Professional recognizes the ethical responsibilities of individuals entering the computing profession. Through a voluntary pledge, participants commit to practicing computing with integrity, professionalism, and respect for the individuals and communities affected by technology.
Like the Order of the Engineer, the Pledge emphasizes that professional responsibility extends beyond technical knowledge and skills. Computing professionals have an obligation to consider the ethical and societal implications of their work.
The Computing Professional's Pin
Participants who take the Pledge of the Computing Professional receive a pin symbolizing their commitment to the ethical practice of computing.
The pin serves as a visible reminder of the professional responsibilities associated with developing, implementing, and maintaining technologies that affect society.
Together, these traditions reinforce the Miguel A. Loya College of Engineering's commitment to preparing engineering and computing graduates who recognize their responsibility to their professions and the communities they serve.
