Spring 2020 Graduates
Following recommendations from public health officials, we have made the difficult decision to move the May Commencement ceremonies to December to allow all our graduates to share their achievements with their families in person. We will celebrate all CSU 2020 graduates with commencement ceremonies on campus December 18-20, 2020. The schedule for specific ceremonies will be forthcoming in the coming weeks and posted here.
Diplomas
Although the Commencement ceremony is being postponed, graduates will still receive their diplomas. It can take at least 4-6 weeks after the end of the semester for diplomas to be received by the student.
All students who have an intent to graduate will be receiving an email from the Registrar’s Office asking them to update their email addresses in RAMweb. Colostate email addresses will be valid 365 days after graduation; however, graduates may choose to forward their email to a personal address to receive communication about the Fall 2020 Commencement ceremony.
Regalia
For graduating students who have already purchased a Grad Pack (cap, gown, tassel, and Alumni Association Membership), you have two options:
- Transfer your order in full to the December ceremony. Your Alumni Association Membership will begin in May and continue for a full year after the December ceremony.
- Get a full refund on your order and receive a complimentary 1-year membership to the Alumni Association beginning in May.
If you prefer to have your order transferred to December, you don’t need to do anything. The Alumni Association will take care of everything.
If you’d like a refund, please contact member@colostate.edu.
For graduating students who HAVE NOT purchased regalia, you will receive information on how to order in Fall 2020.
For Faculty who have purchased regalia and would like a refund, please contact Clay Rogers at Jostens – clay.rogers@jostens.com.
Questions? Contact Vicki Culbreth at Vicki.Culbreth@colostate.edu
-> Archived webcast of the Fall 2017 ceremony
Line-up for graduates:
One hour prior (3:00 pm)
Location: Moby Arena C-Wing Intermural Gym
http://maps.colostate.edu/
The Ceremony:
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 4:00 p.m. (will last roughly 1.5 hours)
Location: Moby Arena
**Graduate School Ceremony is separate:
More information
Regalia Orders and Distribution
REGALIA DISTRIBUTION (STUDENTS AND FACULTY)
Order your cap, gown, and tassel in advance online via the commencement website and click Get Your Cap & Gown. The deadline for ordering student regalia is
Monday, March 30th, 2020.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
The Colorado State University follows a clear bag policy to enhance event security procedures for all events at Moby Arena. The purpose of the clear bag policy is to provide a safer environment for the public and expedite patron entry into Moby Arena. This policy aligns itself with national safety trends of professional and collegiate arenas and stadiums. This new policy limits and restricts the sizes and types of bags that are permitted into Moby Arena during events. Please see this guide regarding approved items.
All points of entry will be included in the new policy. There are no provisions to check items at each entry. Instead, patrons will be asked to either take prohibited items back to their vehicle or dispose of prohibited items at their respective entrance.
At Colorado State University we want to ensure all guests have a positive, memorable and safe experience during the Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremonies. We look forward to celebrating your graduates’ special day.
Diploma Covers
Graduates receive a diploma cover at Commencement. The actual diplomas will be mailed to graduates six to eight weeks after commencement. For those unable to attend the ceremonies, diploma covers are available in the Registrar’s Office (at no charge). Diploma covers can be mailed by emailing a request to Diplomaoffice@colostate.edu; the postage cost is $5.00 per cover for U.S. mailings.
Announcements, Class Ring Sales, and Grad Fair
Information on announcements and class rings will become available in February.
Generic announcements (non-personalized announcements) may be purchased at the University Bookstore any time.
Veteran Information
Veteran stoles will be available when you pick up your regalia in Moby Gym. Stoles are free to the students and do not have to be returned although we do ask you to sign for them. If the student is not on the list at the Veteran Stole table in Moby, then it means they need to see Jenny Pickett in the Adult Learner and Veteran Services Office with documents to confirm they are a veteran or military member. There will be a similar email going out to our veterans who intend to graduate to make sure we cover all of our bases. Student veterans who are physically walking will have priority over those who are not walking. If anyone has any questions please feel free to contact the ALVS Staff at alvs_staff@mail.colostate.edu. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or come into the ALVS office
Pictures
GradImages is the official commencement photographer for our school. Your proofs will be ready to view online as soon as 48 hours after the ceremony. In order to notify you when your images are available, GradImages sends emails and mails paper proofs, along with optional text message notifications. Your information is never shared and privacy is guaranteed. Pre-registering is simply a way to make sure your contact information is up-to-date with GradImages, so they can provide your complimentary proofs as quickly as possible. Although there’s never any obligation to order, you’ll save 20% off orders of $50 or more for your participation. To pre-register for your commencement proofs, please visit http://GradImages.com/Preregistration.
Following commencement, GradImages photographers will be circulating outside the commencement venue to capture additional candid photographs of our graduates with their loved ones. The GradImages staff will be wearing red vests, so they’ll be highly visible and easy to locate. Grab a red vest and snap some candid shots!
Commencement Parking
Free Parking is available in the Moby Arena Parking Lot all day. A free shuttle, “Around the Horn,” travels to the Lory Student Center every 10 minutes from the Moby Arena lot.
Paid Parking is also available in the parking lot north of the Lory Student Center (Lot 310). This system requires a credit card or cash payment made at a kiosk in the lot. There are also pay-by-plate spaces in Lot 425, which is located due west of the Morgan Library.
Additional information regarding parking can be obtained from the CSU Parking Services at http://parking.colostate.edu/ or by calling (970) 491-7041.
Decorum
This ceremony is a very public event, reflecting upon you, your Department, your College, and the University. For this reason, we request that your behavior during the ceremony reflect the dignity and importance of this occasion for all of us. University administrators and members of the Board of Governors will participate in our ceremony. Alcoholic beverages or inappropriate substances or objects are not in keeping with the dignified nature of our commencement ceremony and are not permitted. Such items will be confiscated as you enter the line-up area. This ceremony is the capstone of the academic experience for you, other students, and families and friends. Your recognition of the rights of others to enjoy the ceremony free from disruptive or inappropriate behavior is appreciated.
Guest conduct restrictions
Prohibited items not allowed in Commencement and Commissioning venues include the following:
1. Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs carried in by patrons.
2. Glass bottles or metal cans.
3. Ice chests or large coolers.
4. Bota bags or wine skins.
5. Sticks, bats or clubs, including any attachments.
6. Fireworks, firearms or other weapons, or simulated weapons.
7. Bullhorns or other artificial noisemakers.
8. Framed backpacks.
9. Animals other than certified guide dogs for the disabled.