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Conferment of Academic Qualifications and Academic Dress Statute and Availability of Academic Dress

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Conferment of Academic Qualifications and Academic Dress Statute 1992

1 Every degree and every diploma of the University shall be conferred or awarded in pursuance of a resolution of the Council and at a meeting of the Council.

2 Every degree and every diploma of the University shall be conferred or awarded by the Chancellor, or if they are absent from the meeting or incapacitated by sickness or otherwise, by the Vice-Chancellor or Pro-Chancellor. The Council may also authorise another person to confer degrees or award diplomas at a particular ceremony.

3 Every recipient of a degree shall receive a certificate in appropriate form, under the Common Seal of the University, that their degree has been conferred and stating the class of honours (if any awarded), or whether it has been awarded with Distinction or Merit.

4 Every diploma shall be in appropriate form under the Common Seal of the University and state, where relevant, whether it has been awarded with Distinction or Merit.

5 At a specified time or times each year the Council shall meet in convocation of the University to confer degrees and award diplomas. Persons wishing to have their degree conferred or diploma awarded (whether in person or in absentia) at such a ceremony must apply in accordance with the dates specified on the University website.

6 The form of words to be used by the Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor or such other person as may have been appointed by the Council to confer degrees or to award diplomas shall be as follows:

‘By the authority vested in me by resolution of the University of Auckland Council I [NAME], [POSITION], confer the degrees stated upon those who, within their several faculties, have satisfied the requirements of this University.’

By the authority vested in me by resolution of the University of Auckland Council I [NAME], [POSITION], award the diplomas stated upon those who, within their several faculties, have satisfied the requirements of this University.’

7 In appropriate circumstances, the form of words to be used by the Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor or such other person as may have been appointed by the Council to confer degrees and to award diplomas shall be as follows: ‘By the authority vested in me by resolution of the University of Auckland Council I [NAME], [POSITION], confer the degrees and award the diplomas stated upon those who, within their several faculties, have satisfied the requirements of this University.’

8 The academic dress worn by members of the University at any public ceremony of the University shall be the costume appropriate to their degree, but doctors may on special occasions wear a scarlet gown and graduates admitted ad eundem statum may wear the academic costume of their own university. Unless the holder of a diploma is also a graduate the only academic dress they may wear is an undergraduate gown and the scarf appropriate to their diploma.

9 The academic costumes of the University of Auckland shall be as follows:

a The robe for the Chancellor of the University is a blue damask gown with facings of gold lace, bearing on each shoulder the coat of arms of the University. The cap is a black velvet trencher with gold lace and tassel. The robe for the Pro-Chancellor is a black gown with facings of blue silk and gold lace, bearing on each shoulder the coat of arms. The cap is a black velvet trencher with gold tassel. The robe for the Vice-Chancellor is a blue silk gown with facings of silver lace, bearing on each shoulder the coat of arms. The cap is a black velvet trencher with silver lace and tassel. The robe for the Registrar is a gown of black silk with facings of blue silk, bearing on each shoulder the coat of arms. The cap is a black velvet trencher with a black silk tassel. The robe for the Kaumatua and the Kuia is the Fellows gown of the colour University blue to be worn with a black scarf lined with the colour University blue bearing on each lapel the coat of arms. The cap is a black velvet trencher with a black silk tassel. The academic dress for Graduation Officials shall be the costume appropriate to their degree. In addition, the gown shall bear on each shoulder the coat of arms of the University, and the trencher shall have a blue tassel. Graduation Officials who are not graduates shall wear an undergraduate gown bearing the coat of arms of the University on each shoulder.

b The gown for a Bachelors degree is as for the Cambridge Bachelor of Arts. The gown for a Masters degree is as for the Cambridge Master of Arts. The hood for every degree is the size and shape as for the Cambridge Master of Arts. The hood for a Bachelors degree is lined with coloured satin and bordered with white fur. The hood for a Masters degree is lined with coloured satin only. The hoods for the Bachelors and Masters degrees are as follows:

c The hood for a Bachelor with Honours degree is as for the relevant Bachelors degree, with the addition of a 25mm ribbon band on the outside of the hood, alongside the fur. The colour of the ribbon band is the same colour as the lining.

The hood for a Bachelors degree for which the prerequisite is another Bachelors degree within the same faculty is as for a Bachelor with Honours degree, with the addition of a second 25mm band at a distance of 25mm from the first band. Both bands are the same colour as the lining.

When a new Bachelors or Masters degree is introduced within a faculty, the main hood colour shall be that of the predominant existing colour used for that faculty’s Bachelors or Masters qualifications. The hood for the new qualification may be distinguished through the use of bands or stripes of a width and colour to be determined by consultation between the faculty and the Office of Graduation and approved by Council.

The hood for an Interfaculty Bachelors degree or Masters degree is lined with the predominant colour of the faculty primarily responsible for the degree, with the addition of a 25mm ribbon band on the edge of the satin. Where there are two faculties involved, the colour of the ribbon band is the predominant colour of the hood lining of the second faculty. Where more than two faculties are involved, the hood for the new qualification may be distinguished through the use of bands or stripes of a width and colour to be determined by consultation between the faculty and the Office of Graduation and approved by Council.

d The gown for the degrees of Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Education, Doctor of Fine Arts, Doctor of Health Sciences, Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Music, Doctor of Musical Arts and Doctor of Pharmacy is as for the Cambridge Master of Arts with the addition of facings of 50mm wide satin. The hood is made wholly of satin and this and the facings of the gown are of the following colours for the different degrees:

e The gown for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy is as for the Cambridge Master of Arts, with the addition of 100mm satin facings, made up of 75mm of scarlet edged with 25mm of gold. The hood is made wholly of scarlet satin.

f The gown for the degrees of Doctor of Engineering, Doctor of Laws, Doctor of Literature, and Doctor of Science is as for the Cambridge Master of Arts, but is made of black silk, or scarlet silk or cloth. The hood is made wholly of satin, and is of the following colours for the different degrees:

g The cap for all graduates other than Doctors and the officers of the University is a black trencher with a tassel. The cap for all Doctors other than officers of the University is as for the full dress Cambridge Doctor of Philosophy, namely a round black velvet bonnet with a gold cord around the crown ending in tassels.

Note: The colour of the lining of the hood for the Degree of Master of Philosophy is that of the closest Masters degree to which the subject of the MPhil relates.

h The scarf for a diploma is to be made of the same black material as the gown with a band of colour in plain satin as in existing hoods down the centre edge. The colour is to match the degree cluster most closely associated with the diploma. The lining is to be the same colour as the band. The width of the scarf at the base is to be 140mm in total, the black being 100mm and the colour 40mm, and narrowing behind the neck. A band of the lining colour is to be stepped down from the inside edge to the outside edge of the black material at the base of each side of the scarf. The diploma scarves are as follows:

i The gown for the honorary degrees of Doctor of Engineering, Doctor of Laws, Doctor of Literature, Doctor of Music, Doctor of Science and Doctor of the University of Auckland is as for the Cambridge Master of Arts, but is made of scarlet satin. The hood is made wholly of satin, and is one of the following colours for the different degrees:

10 Regalia specifications for degrees and diplomas that have been deleted from this Statute can be found in previous editions of the University Calendar.

11 The gown for a Fellow of the University of Auckland will be an undergraduate gown of the colour University Blue bearing on the left front lapel the coat of arms of the University. No hood or cap shall be worn.

Availability of Academic Dress

The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust trading as Academic Dress Hire owns a stock of academic gowns, hoods, scarves, trenchers and Tudor bonnets. These are available for hire Monday to Friday from 8.30am until 5pm throughout the year. Details may be obtained from Academic Dress Hire, 17 George Street, Newmarket, or www.academicdresshire.co.nz

A student completing the requirements for a degree or diploma will receive information regarding the hire of academic dress for the graduation ceremony with their invitation to apply to graduate.

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Hiring gowns and academic dress (regalia) , Ngā kākahu tohu mātauranga

You can hire gowns and academic dress for graduation ceremonies held in Auckland, Palmerston North and Wellington.

What to wear

Due to the importance of the graduation ceremonies and celebrations, a tidy standard of dress is expected from participants, along with the academic dress applicable to your qualification.

Korowai (Māori cloak) and Pacific cloaks may be worn with academic regalia. They should be worn over the gown and under the hood.

International students may prefer to wear their national dress with the academic regalia.

How to hire academic dress (regalia)

Massey has a preferred supplier arrangement for hiring academic dress with Academic Dress Hire, a service provided by the Graduate Women Manawatū Charitable Trust Inc.

The Academic Dress Hire website provides all the information you need about:

• what you should wear
• how to wear academic dress
• how to hire gowns and academic dress
• due dates for hiring academic dress
• where to pick up and return hired academic dress.

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What to wear at graduation

Your graduation ceremony is a formal celebration, so you must wear the correct academic dress (also called regalia). It’s your responsibility to buy or hire the items you need in time for your graduation ceremony.

Colours and styles of regalia are specific to the subject you’re getting your qualification in.

Where to buy or hire regalia

Academic Dress Hire is familiar with AUT's regalia and will supply the correct academic dress.

You can hire regalia from:

Academic Dress Hire Phone: +64 9 358 1044 www.academicdresshire.co.nz

You can buy regalia from:

Etude Classique Ltd Phone: +64 9 522 5241 www.etudeclassique.co.nz

Descriptions of academic regalia by qualification

Items and regalia are listed by qualification type below.

• Black Cambridge undergraduate gown (shorter length)
• Stole in qualification colour
• Black Cambridge Bachelor of Arts gown
• If applicable, a trencher from a previous qualification can be worn
• Hood: black with bone coloured lining, edged with qualification colour
• Black trencher with black tassel
• Degree hood from a previous qualification can also be worn
• Black Cambridge Master of Arts gown
• Hood: black with qualification colour lining
• Black trencher with bone coloured tassel
• Black Cambridge Master of Arts gown with red facing
• Hood: Cambridge style in red, lined with qualification colour
• Black Tudor bonnet with gold cord
• Bachelor gown
• Degree hood

If you're graduating with a conjoint or double degree, you should choose just one ceremony to attend. You can choose to wear both hoods, or just the hood appropriate to the ceremony you are attending.

Colours of academic regalia by qualification

Download and check the document below for the colours you should wear for your graduation ceremony. You can check with Academic Dress Hire if you are unsure.

List of colours of academic regalia

Tips and advice about dressing for the ceremony

Some tips about how to dress include:

• Make sure you’re comfortable: the venue is quite warm, especially when wearing regalia
• Men may find it helpful to wear a shirt and tie, so you can place the neckband of your hood under your tie to hold it in place
• Women may need to pin their hood to their gown
• You can wear culturally appropriate adornment, like korowai or garlands, over your gown

Academic Dress (Regalia)

Description of Regalia items

Members of the University must appear at its public ceremonies in their prescribed dress. For graduation you must hire, borrow, or buy the appropriate academic regalia as listed below:

• Cap – the cap for all Masters' and Bachelors' degrees is a black trencher or 'mortar board' (as pictured right). Doctoral graduates wear a black velvet cap
• Hood – this hangs around your neck and down your back and the colour of the hood lining denotes the degree

Regalia is worn for only one degree at a time, for instance you should not mix a Master's gown with a Bachelor's hood.

Only one hood is worn at a time, therefore if you are receiving two degrees, you should choose which hood you will wear at the ceremony. While you do not need the second hood for ceremony itself, you may still wish to hire this for photographs.

Regalia hire volunteers and graduation marshals will advise you on wearing your regalia correctly.

Which Regalia items to wear

Graduating with a degree.

If you are receiving a degree (including a doctoral degree) you need a trencher (or cap), gown, and hood. You must wear your gown and hood to the ceremony, and carry your trencher (or cap) until you have received your degree.

Graduating with a Second or Postgraduate Degree

If you are receiving a second or postgraduate degree, you wear the regalia appropriate to your new degree. As you will be capped again, you carry your trencher (or cap) until after you receive this degree.

Graduating with a Postgraduate Diploma

If you are receiving a postgraduate diploma, you wear the regalia appropriate to your degree (even if you obtained your degree from another institution), as diplomas do not have their own unique regalia.

As you are not being "capped", you must wear your trencher (or cap) while you are crossing the stage. Men should remove their trencher (or cap) for the National Anthem.

Graduating with a Diploma (including a Postgraduate Diploma), No Previous Degree

If you are receiving a diploma (including a postgraduate diploma) and do not hold a degree, you wear a black Bachelor's gown, without a hood or trencher.

What to wear with your Regalia

Korowai and equivalent ceremonial garments of other cultures may be worn with academic regalia.

Hiring Regalia

Academic regalia is normally hired from Graduate Women New Zealand (Otago Branch). Proceeds provide funds for fellowships, awards, and grants.

You will select the regalia that you wish to hire and pay the associated charge by credit card within your eVision student portal. Please ensure that you make your payment at least five weeks before your graduation ceremony.

If you are graduating with a diploma or a postgraduate diploma, and obtained your degree from another institution, please note that we cannot guarantee the availability of regalia from anywhere other than the University of Otago.

If you have other family members who hold a degree and wish to hire regalia for photographic purposes, they must contact one of the regalia conveners for your ceremony directly to arrange this.

Information about collecting and returning your regalia, and contact details for the regalia conveners will be sent to you via email approximately 6 weeks prior to your graduation ceremony.

Payment for Regalia hire

You will be able to see how much you need to pay for regalia within your eVision student portal, and pay by credit card.

Purchasing Regalia

If you are wanting to purchase regalia to wear at your ceremony, please ensure that you allow plenty of time for this to be made and sent to you.

For further information about purchasing regalia including the cost, please contact Étude Classique (located in Auckland), directly. A link to their contact details is below.

Étude Classique website

Related Information

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FAQ for Class of 2024

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General Information

When is Commencement 2024?

Wednesday, May 8 – Saturday, May 11 . 2024. More than 100 commencement events will celebrate the conferral of 18,000+ degrees. Check ceremony times and locations for all of the schools and special events.

 What are the different ceremonies?

The focal point of Commencement is the Academic School Ceremonies where students gather with their academic peers and cross the stage as their name is called to receive their diploma. Each school features a speaker related to their chosen disciplines. This is the highlight for family and friends and the culmination of the student’s academic career, honoring the work they have completed. They are held at various times and locations: check the schedule for more specifics.

Do students have to register for Commencement? Everyone who intends to participate in Commencement — students, family and friends — will need to sign up for tickets. More details will be provided in the near future.

When does the graduate need to arrive on campus on Commencement Day?

Campus access for Commencement events will begin at 8:00 a.m. Since Commencement activities will be ticketed and all students, guests and staff will need to clear security checkpoints, we recommend graduates arrive at least two hours before their ceremony to ensure ample time to enter the campus for their event.

When should guests arrive on Commencement Day?

Campus access for Commencement events will begin at 8:00 a.m. Since Commencement activities will be ticketed and all students, guests and staff will need to clear security checkpoints, we recommend guests arrive at least two hours before their ceremony to ensure ample time to enter the campus for their event.

Will the ceremonies be broadcast for those unable to attend?

Yes, for those who cannot join us in Los Angeles, all in-person ceremonies will be broadcast online, live, and on-demand for future viewing.

How do I participate in social media?

When posting to your social media, please use the hashtag #uscgrad.

In addition to the in-person Commencement ceremonies on campus, will there be other school-specific events?

Many schools will host a reception before or after their ceremonies. Individual school units will contact their students directly with more information, or check your school’s commencement page .

Will wheelchairs be available for disabled guests?

Wheelchairs  are available to check out on a first-come, first-served basis on commencement day only, Friday May 10 th . Checkout begins at 8:00 a.m. and all chairs must be returned by 9:00 p.m. Checkout is at Taper Hall Lawn off Trousdale Parkway.

Please note: If you need a wheelchair on Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday, or on Friday after 9:00 p.m., you will need to bring your own.

Does USC have any travel and accommodation recommendations?

If you are traveling from outside of the Los Angeles area for Commencement, it is highly recommended to reserve accommodations early. Regardless of the plans you make, please review cancellation policies closely. Commencement schedules could be subject to change based on health and safety considerations.

• The hotel adjacent to the USC main campus is the  USC Hotel .
• Visit  Discover Los Angeles for a handy listing of hotels by price, location, and amenities. When searching, select “Downtown/LA Metro” for the nearest adjacent neighborhood to USC.

Other popular visitor neighborhoods—Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Pasadena, offer a variety of hotels at different price points.

What commencement events will require a ticket?

All commencement events taking place both on and off campus from May 8-11 th will require a ticket. You can find the complete list of commencement events requiring a ticket on our commencement website.

Will one ticket work for all events May 8-11 th or will graduates and guests need separate tickets for each day?

Graduates and their guests will need separate tickets for each day. Graduates will receive their tickets through USC Ticket Office My Account no later than Friday, May 3. After claiming their mobile tickets, they may transfer event tickets to up to eight named guests for the commencement ceremonies and celebrations that they are registered to attend.

Will commencement tickets be made available free of charge?

Yes, a graduating student can reserve up to nine tickets (one for themselves and up to eight for their named guests) at no charge for the commencement ceremonies and celebrations that they are registered to attend.

How do I reserve tickets?

Graduating students will receive a detailed memo, sent to their USC email address, to inform them when their commencement tickets are available to download. The memo will provide information on how to download their ticket – and distribute their eight guest tickets – for the commencement ceremonies and celebrations that they are registered to attend. Graduating students will need to use their USC email account to access these tickets. Children under 2 years of age do not need a ticket to attend.

Who is eligible to reserve tickets?

Students who are eligible to graduate during the 2023-2024 school year are eligible to participate in commencement ceremonies and may reserve up to eight tickets for the events that they are participating in. Eligibility is verified by the Registrar’s Office.

Can parents or other guests reserve tickets directly?

No.  Only graduating students, using their Student ID, will be able to claim up to eight guest tickets. Graduating students will need to use their USC email account to access their tickets through USC Ticket Office My Account . After claiming their mobile tickets, they may transfer the tickets to their named guests via email.

All tickets transferred to family members and other guests will be linked back to the graduate who reserved them.

Is it possible to reserve more than nine tickets?

Graduating students may request additional tickets by completing the Additional Ticket Request Form . All requests for additional tickets will be reviewed, and we will do our best to accommodate these requests within reason and in consideration of space limitations. Graduating students may only request additional guest tickets for ceremonies/celebrations they are currently registered to attend.

Will guests have the option to print tickets?

No, all tickets are mobile and printed tickets will not be accepted. Tickets should be downloaded to a mobile device prior to arriving to campus. On-campus Wi-Fi service may be limited or unavailable due to the large crowd.

When and where will I need to show my mobile ticket for entry?

All graduates and guests will be required to show a mobile ticket when entering campus or one of the off-campus venues (Galen Center, USC Village Great Lawn, Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum). 

Do I need to scan my ticket when leaving campus/commencement ceremony?

If you plan on returning for another commencement activity [in the same day], you must have your ticket scanned when exiting campus. If scanned when exiting, you can return later [that day], and your ticket will still be valid.

Why has the university moved to a ticketing system for this year’s commencement?

With an expected 65,000 students, families, and friends planning to attend numerous ceremonies and celebrations, USC – like most large research universities – has made the decision to transition to a ticketed system to ensure a safe and secure celebration.

Why are you putting in place these new security measures?

Our focus remains on the safety of all of our guests as we gather to celebrate our 2024 graduating class. The university is implementing the same security protocols we use at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Our hope is guests will be familiar with the procedures they have experienced at Trojan football games.

What time will campus open for commencement events on May 9, 10 and 11?

Commencement event guests can access campus beginning at 8:00 a.m.

How far in advance should I arrive before my ceremony?

To avoid potential delays, we recommend you arrive on campus at least two hours prior to your ceremony. There will be hospitality areas in a variety of places to sit, rest and hydrate in the shade.

What personal items am I allowed to bring to commencement?

Bags, backpacks, and other containers will be prohibited with the following exceptions:

• One bag that is clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and does not exceed 12” by 6” by 12”, or;
• A one-gallon clear plastic storage bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
• In addition to one of the clear bags noted above, guests may also carry in a small clutch bag or purse approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap.

An exception will be made for diaper bags (when an infant is present) and medically necessary items after proper inspection.

What items am I prohibited from bringing to commencement?

• Bags, Backpacks or Purses which do not meet Bag Policy guidelines. Hard or Soft Coolers, Baskets, Packages or Containers;
• Alcoholic Beverages, Bottles or Cans; 
• Metal water bottles (Factory sealed bottles of water are allowed); 
• Illegal Drugs and Weapons including Firearms, Knives, Explosives, Fireworks, Lighters and Laser Pointers;
• Selfie-Sticks and Tripods;
• Banners, Sticks, Poles, Inflatables, Frisbees, and Balls; 
• Umbrellas and Folding or Beach Chairs;
• Noise making devices such as whistles, bullhorns, or air horns;
• Pets (Service Animals are allowed);

Will I be allowed to bring bottles of water, food, or other items?

Yes. Snack items and factory sealed water are allowed. Hydration stations to refill water bottles are located throughout campus for your convenience. Alcoholic beverages of any kind are not permitted.

What kind of security check will be performed?

Similar to security checks at Trojan football and basketball games, all persons and their belongings will be subject to metal detector screening and bag inspection prior to entering campus.

 Will you supply clear bags if I don’t have one?

Please plan to bring your own clear bag. We will make some available to guests on a first come, first served basis.

Will there be a place to store my bag?

We plan to have a limited number of spaces available on a first come, first served basis to store belongings that do not pass security. We recommend storing your items in your car or elsewhere.

How do I know if I am eligible to graduate? Students will need to check their degree status with the Office of the Registrar, Degree Progress.

Do I need to attend the in-person Commencement ceremonies to have my degree conferred?

No, graduates do not need to attend to have their degree conferred.

Will my name be called at my Academic School Ceremony if I cannot attend in person?

Please contact your school’s commencement coordinator to inquire if there will be any opportunities available to have your name announced or listed virtually at your school ceremony in your absence.

Will my Doctoral Hooding take place this year?

Yes. Ph.D. candidates will be invited to official hooding ceremonies held by The USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism; The USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences; The USC Marshall School of Business; The USC Rossier School of Education; and The USC Viterbi School of Engineering. Ceremony day and times will vary. Students will be contacted directly by their school’s coordinator. Family and friends can check the Full Schedule for location and timing.

I will be finishing my degree requirements next fall (2024).  Can I participate in this year’s graduation ceremony?

Certain schools have rules about which spring (before or after) a winter graduate can participate in for the Academic School Ceremonies. Please contact your school’s commencement coordinator and/or academic advisor to inquire. Students who decide to walk early are  not eligible to wear a university Honor Cord.

Do I need to wear regalia for the in-person Commencement ceremonies ?

Yes, regalia is available to rent or purchase through the USC Bookstore .

Will regalia be shipped to my home, or can I pick up on campus?

You can order your regalia via the USC Bookstore website . The deadline to order Cap and Gown Rentals to ship to your home is April 7, 2024.

After April 7th regalia can be rented only in-person at the Bookstore. In-person distribution begins May 6th until May 10th.

Can I rent regalia the day of my Commencement ceremony?

A limited amount of regalia will be available to rent outside of the Bookstore on commencement day. To avoid waiting in possible long lines, we recommend ordering in advance via the USC Bookstore .

How do I return my regalia after the in-person Commencement ceremonies?

All rented regalia should be dropped off in the return bins located around campus following your ceremony. Permanent bins will be placed in front of the Bookstore.

Can I keep my cap and tassel that came with my rented regalia?

Yes, the cap and tassel are yours to keep

Who can I contact if I have questions regarding regalia?

Please send an email to: [email protected]

Honor Cords

How do graduates get honor cords?

Honor cords are only given to undergraduate students who have a minimum overall GPA of 3.5. Students must meet these averages, for both USC coursework and on combined transferred and USC coursework. University honors is then determined by either the USC GPA or the combined USC and transfer GPA,  whichever is lower .

You will be contacted by your school’s commencement coordinator or academic advisor during the spring semester if you are eligible to receive one. They are free of charge.

Where do I pick up my honor cord?

Honor cords are provided by your individual school. You will be contacted by their team and instructed on how to pick up your cord.

Diplomas, Program Book, Yearbook

When will I get my diploma?

Diplomas are distributed by the Office of the Registrar, Degree Progress. They will be mailed to your permanent address approximately six weeks after degrees are conferred on May 10.

When and where do I receive my diploma cover?

Diploma covers are distributed to students at their school’s in-person ceremony.

Will my name be listed in the 2024 commencement program?

If you have worked with Degree Progress to confirm that your requirements are complete, you will be listed in the program.

How do I get a copy of the 2024 commencement program?

You will be able to download a copy of the program from the commencement website and virtual platform.

How do I take my yearbook/graduation photo?

USC’s yearbook,  El Rodeo , partners with Lauren Studios to take portraits each fall semester.  For more information about  portrait appointments ,  dedications , and  other yearbook questions , please see  the  El Rodeo  website.

How will yearbooks be issued out to purchasers?

When  ordering the yearbook , purchasers may elect to pick up the book on campus or have the book shipped directly to domestic addresses. Student Publications will be in contact directly with purchasers to provide pick-up information and shipping notifications.  For questions related to yearbook orders, see  the El Rodeo website .

International Students

I’m an international student, and I need a letter from USC to invite my parents for Commencement. How can I get it?

Please inquire with the  Office of International Services , or emailing [email protected] .

Health Protocols and Restrictions

Will there be any COVID policies and restrictions in place when visiting USC’s campus for Commencement?

Currently no restrictions or limitations for visitors coming to campus. If you have any symptoms or are currently in isolation/quarantine period due to a recent infection or exposure, you may not attend.

Please note that COVID polices and protocols are subject to change. Information on protocol updates will be communicated to guests by email or other appropriate mechanism.

Do I need to be vaccinated to come to campus and attend commencement?

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Griz Graduates: UM Plans May 11 Commencement Ceremonies

• 29 April 2024

MISSOULA – The University of Montana will celebrate the class of 2024 with spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 11. The University will host two on-campus ceremonies at the Adams Center.

The first ceremony at 9 a.m. will honor graduates of the College of the Arts and Media, W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation, the College of Health and the College of Business.

The second ceremony at 2 p.m. is for graduates of the Phyllis J. Washington College of Education, Missoula College, the Department of Public Administration and Policy, and the College of Humanities and Sciences.

Full details are online at https://bit.ly/UMcommSpring24 . This page also will host a livestream for those who can’t attend in person.

“This is an exciting time of year,” UM President Seth Bodnar said. “We look forward to celebrating the class of 2024 and their hard work and perseverance. This is an accomplished group of students, and we can’t wait to see what opportunities they pursue as UM alumni.”

The University will present honorary doctorates during the ceremonies to two esteemed Blackfeet women and UM alumni, Lily Gladstone and Carol Tatsey-Murray. They also will serve as Commencement speakers.

Gladstone will speak at the 9 a.m. ceremony. The respected actress is a Golden Globe Award winner and Academy Award nominee for her portrayal of Mollie Burkhart in “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Murray will speak at the 2 p.m. ceremony. She is a renowned educator, tribal elder and former college president working to protect and enhance Blackfeet culture.

Guests attending the ceremonies do not need tickets. Parking will be free, and shuttles will run from Missoula College and the Lewis & Clark Villages.

UM will provide additional ADA parking spaces and seating areas for each ceremony. Other accessible accommodations are available on a first-come basis. Please plan to arrive early for accessible accommodations. Attendees in need of other accessibility accommodations can email Brandon Kress in the Adams Center at [email protected] or call 406-243-5357. Visit the Accessibility & Special Accommodations page for more information.

For more Commencement information, email [email protected] .

Contact : Dave Kuntz, UM director of strategic communications, 406-243-5659, [email protected] .

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Celebrating Iowa’s spring 2024 grads

This spring, more than 5,300 University of Iowa undergraduate, graduate, and professional students will earn degrees. These Hawkeyes have engaged, excelled, and stretched to reach their goals.

Abbi Shekleton always knew she wanted to be a Hawkeye; it was a happy coincidence that Iowa has a highly ranked program in speech pathology, her academic area of interest. With master’s degree in hand, Shekleton will begin a clinical fellowship in Cedar Rapids, followed by a full-time position there as a speech-language pathologist .

Brian Damman, a senior legal counsel at a financial technology company in Des Moines and father of three, was able to add valuable perspective to his job while also maintaining a busy home life by completing Iowa’s online MBA program .

Sushma Santhana, a biomedical engineering graduate, worked in a campus lab to help create hydrogels to prevent skin wound infections and now is headed to a job at Boston Scientific .

Benton Renaud combined his academic work in finance and political science with his extracurricular work serving as a resident assistant and on the University Lecture Committee to pave a career path that is taking him to a two-year financial rotation with Boeing.

And Maggie McQuillen found the perfect fit for her active lifestyle in Iowa’s exercise science program — the Anamosa, Iowa, native will help others reach and maintain their own fitness goals through her work as a personal trainer.

Year after year, our students have pushed to achieve more and to come together for the greater good — that’s the Hawkeye Way. As this cohort of new graduates enters the next stage of their lives, they leave campus full of potential and promise.

If you or a loved one is graduating this spring, find ceremony information at the UI Commencement website .

Because the final number of graduates will not be available until just before ceremonies begin, these statistics pertain to degree applicants.

Popular areas of study

Iowa’s spring 2024 graduates will bring their talents to vital parts of the workforce—here in Iowa, across the U.S., and around the world. Here are some of the more popular majors, minors, and certificates among spring 2024 undergraduate degree applicants.

Of the Hawkeyes who graduated in the 2022–23 academic year …

• 96% found a job, continued their education, or are not seeking employment.
• Their median salary is $54,000.
• 21% chose to continue their education.

These are our latest stats and they come from a survey of graduates completed six to seven months after graduation. More about Hawkeye grads and student outcomes is available at the  Pomerantz Career Center .

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Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and CNN Anchor Abby Phillip Named Kean University 2024 Commencement Speakers

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Acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and CNN news anchor Abby Phillip will share their insight with Kean University graduates as the featured speakers for the University’s 2024 undergraduate and graduate commencements.

“At Kean University our goal is to launch our graduates onto successful career paths, and Neil deGrasse Tyson and Abby Phillip are both inspiring examples of success and excellent role models for our students,” said Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D. “We are extremely proud to welcome these two stellar individuals to speak to our 2024 Kean graduating classes.” 

Tyson, the director of New York’s Hayden Planetarium and a highly-respected scientist known for his work on PBS Nova , Discovery and numerous documentary and news appearances, will address undergraduates and their families on Thursday, May 16, at Kean’s Undergraduate Commencement at the Prudential Center in Newark. 

Tyson, who holds a Doctorate of Astrophysics from Columbia University, will also be presented with an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for his outstanding contributions as an astrophysicist.

Phillip, anchor of the cable network’s NewsNight with Abby Phillip and a former senior political correspondent and anchor of Inside Politics Sunday , will deliver her address to post-baccalaureate students at Graduate Commencement on Tuesday, May 14 at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. Phillip is making her second appearance before a Kean audience after serving as a President’s Distinguished Lecturer in 2022.

Steve Fastook ’H06, president of the Kean University Board of Trustees, said Tyson and Phillip will shine as memorable Commencement speakers.

“Our Undergraduate and Graduate commencements are the pinnacle of our academic year at Kean and a time that we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our graduates,” Fastook said. “We look forward to the added excitement these speakers will bring to our ceremonies.”

Tyson is an oft-quoted and world-renowned scientist, who has shared his knowledge on TV programs on PBS, NatGeo and other outlets; in numerous documentaries, films and podcasts; and even played himself in television comedies, including The Big Bang Theory and the animated series The Simpsons . He has also written numerous books, and currently serves as astrophysicist and Frederick P. Rose director of the Hayden Planetarium, American Museum of Natural History.

Phillip anchors NewsNight with Abby Phillip, airing weeknights at 10 p.m., covering the day’s biggest stories with a sharp, insightful approach. During her meteoric rise at CNN, she has moderated presidential debates; covered the White House during the Trump administration; and anchored special coverage of Election Night in America surrounding the 2020 election. 

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The Indiana University O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs celebrates the accomplishments of its graduating class of Masters and Ph.D. students with a Recognition Ceremony for the Class of 2024.

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