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Reserve a time to take photos at the Emory Gate

April 2, 2026 Michelle Ricker

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Members of the Class of 2026 can schedule a time to safely take photos by the Emory Gate while the road is closed down. SGA and GSGA will also have on-site photographers. Find out more about graduation celebrations and secure your spot.— Photo by Kay Hinton, Emory Photo/Video

Members of Emory’s Class of 2026 now have a way to easily — and safely — take photos by the Emory Gate.

Emory University, Student Government Association (SGA), Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA) and the Emory Police Department (EPD) are co-hosting this event. The road will be shut down during the following dates and times to allow graduating students to take photos. SGA and GSGA will also have photographers on-site so everyone can be in the photo together.

  • Saturday, April 4, 3-4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 18, 3-4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 2, 3-4:30 p.m.

Register today to secure your spot.


Additionally, graduating students should check out the Commencement Village on the Quadrangle, presented by Emory University and the Emory Alumni Association.

Events include:


Epic Photo Ops

April 28-May 9, all day

Take graduation pictures on the Quad with never-before-seen Emory and Class of 2026 backdrops.


Pop-up Parties

April 29, May 2, and May 9: 3-5 p.m.

With music, snacks and giveaways, these parties are the perfect time for group and family photos, with extra photo ops and professional photographers on-site.


Quad Celebrations

May 4-May 11, various times

Schools, units and registered student organizations can reserve and use event tents free of charge for graduation parties. Email emorycommencement@emory.edu for reservation availability.

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