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Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony

Saturday, April 27, 2024
Alumni Green
11 am

Spring Commencement

Inclement Weather Plan

A decision will be made by Wednesday, April 24 if inclement weather will move the Spring Commencement Ceremony inside the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts. If this is the case, the ceremony will be split into two ceremonies based on major – one at 11 a.m. and the second at 1 p.m. An email will be sent out at the beginning of April stating which ceremony each graduate will take place in if the Inclement Weather Plan is implemented.
 
If moved indoors, each graduate will receive 4 tickets for their family and friends to attend the ceremony. Tickets can begin being picked up by graduates on Monday, April 15 at the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts McKinley Box office between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. If graduates are needing additional tickets for their guests, they can request to be placed on a waiting list for additional tickets at the time they are picking up their guaranteed tickets.

Countdown to Commencement

Spring 2024 graduates are invited to attend Countdown to Commencement on March 11 & 12 in the MUC. Graduates can order their cap and gown in person, meet with the Alumni Association, talk with Career Services, and confirm everything is set for their upcoming graduation. Refreshments and a Cap Decorating Station will be available. 

Monday, March 11, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. MUC

Tuesday, March 12, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. MUC

Here's what to expect at Countdown to Commencement:

  • Buy your cap and gown. You can take care of one of the most important parts of Commencement: getting your attire! Cap & Gown orders are due by March 18. Order yours at this event or visit the SSU Bookstore in person or online to place your order. 
  • Talk to Career Services. The team will introduce you to services that you can use to help launch your career. 
  • Pick up your graduation gift. The Alumni Association has something special for you.
  • Visit the Alumni Spirit Shop. You're almost an alumni, and you need the gear to prove it! Browse the alumni selections available to you. 
  • Complete your Exit Counseling. Did you take out student loans? Financial Aid will be able to help you understand your student loan exit process. 
  • Petition to Graduate. Haven't completed your petition yet? You can petition at this event. 
  • And more! Including refreshments and a Cap Decorating Station!

If you cannot attend Countdown to Commencement, be sure to email the Commencement Committee to find out what you need to know.