Senior Marshals

Senior Marshal is an honor bestowed upon members of the graduating class who have demonstrated achievement in their academics and extracurricular activities as a student at Columbia University.  Senior Marshals are worthy of recognition for their personal achievements and for demonstrating what it means to “be a Columbian”.

Senior Marshals are distinguished at Columbia College and School of Engineering and Applied Science Class Days and University Commencement by the gold aiguillettes that adorn their graduation gowns.

Responsibilities

In addition to holding a place of honor in the processions, Senior Marshals are responsible for helping to assemble and lead their classmates at graduation events.

All Senior Marshals attend a reception and training session, at which their responsibilities are described in greater detail.

Selection Process

Senior Marshals are nominated by students, faculty, staff, and administrators of both Columbia College and SEAS. Students will be notified in April if they have been selected to serve as a Senior Marshal for their graduating class.