Commencement Ceremony 2012

Enjoy highlights from our 2011 graduation ceremony!

The 2012 commencement ceremony will be held on Saturday, June 30, at 9 a.m. in the Outdoor Events Arena.

Join us in Congratulating
our Graduates!

As many as 5,000 people, including family and friends of the graduates, as well as faculty and staff, have attended previous graduation ceremonies. Therefore, we suggest that guests arrive early. A reception will immediately follow the ceremony.

Please come prepared for hot weather; bring sunscreen, a hat or umbrella and water. No tickets are required and parking for this event is free.

Are you eligible to graduate this June?

• See your counselor in the Counseling and Advising Center to complete an Application to Graduate.
• File for your degree by May 18 to be included in the printed program!

What if you miss the May 18 deadline?

You may still participate in commencement activities even if you complete the application after that date. The final deadline to apply for graduation is Friday, June 29. See your counselor or academic advisor to complete an Application to Graduate.

Students completing their degree requirements in the summer may participate in the ceremony.

• Caps and gowns: Graduation caps and gowns will be available for purchase at the Bookstore and at the Outdoor Events Arena prior to the ceremony.

Find out more about what you need to know about graduation day, including time lines, disability-related questions, graduating with honors and photographs.

For all other questions about the graduation ceremony, call the Educational Resources Office at 408.864.8758.