Senior Recognition Ceremonies
Celebrating Our Graduates
The College of Engineering Senior Recognition Ceremonies honor our graduates' academic achievements and mark their transition from students to professionals. Held twice each academic year for the Fall and Spring graduating seniors, the celebration features the Induction into the Profession Ceremony, recognition of graduates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam, presentation of College of Engineering Challenge Coins and a reception.
Graduating seniors and their families and guests, along with College of Engineering faculty and staff, are invited to celebrate the accomplishments of our newest engineering, engineering technology and computing professionals.
12/10/2026 at 03:30 PM
The Fall 2026 Senior Recognition Ceremonies will be held December 10, 2026 in the AIEB Atrium. All graduating students are encouraged to invite family and guests to share in this milestone. This event is held separately from Commencement.
Induction into the Profession Ceremony
The Induction into the Profession Ceremony is a longstanding tradition that marks the transition from academic preparation to professional responsibility. Participating graduates make a formal commitment to uphold ethical principles, exercise sound professional judgment and recognize their responsibility to the public and the professions they serve. Induction into the Profession is each Fall and Spring for graduating seniors. The College of Engineering offers three induction opportunities corresponding to graduates' academic disciplines.
- Order of the Engineer
Engineering graduates accept the Obligation of an Engineer and receive a stainless steel ring symbolizing their lifelong commitment to the profession. Learn more about the Order of the Engineer on our Ethics and Professionalism webpage.
- Order of Engineering Technology
Graduates of the B.S. in Engineering Technology program take an oath affirming their commitment to professional integrity, ethical practice and the responsible application of their skills for the benefit of society.
- Pledge of the Computing Professional
Graduates of the B.S. in Computer Science program pledge to uphold the ethical responsibilities of their profession and use their knowledge and skills for the public good.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
FALL 2026 GRADUATING SENIORS: Registration is now open for Induction into the Profession. Participation is voluntary, but advance registration
in-person is required. Induction into the Profession will be held during the Senior
Recognition Ceremonies on December 10th. Participation is NOT required for participation
in FE recognition or to receive a College of Engineering 2026 Challenge Coin.
Fall 2026 registration deadline: Tuesday, December 8th. Stop by AIEB 325 to register and bring the exact amount or pay by check.
- Order of the Engineer - $15
- Pledge of the Computing Professional - $10
- Order of Engineering Technology - $10
Additional Graduate Recognition
In addition to the Induction into the Profession Ceremony, the College of Engineering recognizes graduates through the following activities.
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam Recognition
Graduates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam are invited to participate in a special recognition during the ceremonies. The FE Exam is an important step toward professional engineering licensure. Students who have passed the exam may choose to participate in the FE recognition and cording portion of the ceremony by signing up at the event.
College of Engineering Challenge Coin Presentation
Dean Joseph C. Slater presents commemorative College of Engineering Challenge Coins to graduating students in recognition of their accomplishments and connection to the Tennessee Tech engineering community.
Graduating seniors and graduate students may receive a 2026 Challenge Coin whether or not they participate in the Induction into the Profession Ceremony.
Reception
Following the ceremonies, graduates and their guests are invited to join College of Engineering faculty and staff for a reception celebrating their achievements.
