Commencement 101 Class of 2017 #CSUDHGRAD17

Congratulations! #CSUDHGRAD17 First things first…Congratulations on approaching the completion of your graduation requirements! This is an exciting time for you and your family and you should be very proud of this amazing accomplishment. #CSUDHGRAD17

What we will cover today: Graduation vs. Commencement Commencement Participation Commencement Printed Program Diplomas Honors Cords and Medallions Assembly of Graduates Additional Information Alumni #CSUDHGRAD17

Graduation vs. Commencement The completion of all degree requirements and official posting of a students degree to his/her academic history. COMMENCEMENT The Ceremony! #CSUDHGRAD17

Commencement Participation Commencement Participation Link: Located in your Portal Provides Ceremony Information Complete online Commencement Participation Form Must be completed by April 15 Located in your MyCSUDH account Order you Cap and Gown from Bookstore #CSUDHGRAD17

Commencement Printed Program Register for Graduation by April 15th Spelling of student name taken from official campus records Complimentary Printed Program to all graduates & guests Please note that having your name appear in the Program does not constitute official graduation from the University. #CSUDHGRAD17

Diplomas Name and Major as listed in your official school records Diplomas mailed to permanent address on file Submit Name/Address change form to the office of Admissions and Records http://www4.csudh.edu/records-registration/records/diploma/index #CSUDHGRAD17

University Bookstore Regalia Order Site www.herffjones.com Graduation Sash - Available at Bookstore & Online 2017 Class Shirt - Pre-order at the Bookstore Class Ring Order Dates March 22 & 23 | April 12 & 13 | May 17 & 18 Class rings will also be available for purchase during Commencement *For more information contact the University Bookstore at 310-243-3829 #CSUDHGRAD17

Lifetouch Photography Graduation Pictures California State University, Dominguez Hills has partnered with Lifetouch Photography to offer graduates the opportunity to have professional portraits taken. No appointments are necessary. Below are the dates Lifetouch will be on campus.   March 1 & 2 Commencement Fair 10:00 am – 6:00 pm University Bookstore April 5 & 6 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Loker Student Union (LSU 320) April 19 & 20 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Loker Student Union (LSU 320) May 3 & 4 Lifetouch Photography (800) 505-9496 specialevents@lifetouch.com #CSUDHGRAD17

Honors Cords and Medallions Minimum of 36 units in residence at CSUDH Minimum GPA of 3.40 on all units taken at CSUDH Cumulative GPA as outlined below 3.40 – 3.59 CUM LAUDE 3.60 – 3.79 MAGNA CUM LAUDE 3.80 – 4.00 SUMMA CUM LAUDE Honors Cords may be purchased in the University Bookstore Honors Medallions may be picked up in the University Bookstore ** difference between University Honors and Honors in the Major** Honor cords are available to students who meet the following criteria. For those students who meeting these requirements, your name will appear in the Commencement Program. GPA is calculated through Fall semester. Honors cords and medallions are available through the University Bookstore. #CSUDHGRAD17

Special Graduation Celebrations Asian and Pacific Islander Grad Celebration May 5, 2017 Lavender Grad Celebration May 4, 2017 Veterans Grad Celebration May 10, 2017 Dolores Huerta Grad Celebration May 12, 2017 Douglass-Bethune Grad Celebration May 13, 2017 Check out our website for more information www.csudh.edu/commencement #CSUDHGRAD17

Commencement Parking Student Parking – Parking lot 6 Guest Parking – StubHub and CSUDH Campus Handicap Parking in StubHub Lots #CSUDHGRAD17

Assembly of Graduates Assemble at the Stub Hub loading dock 90 minutes before ceremony Located at east entrance of the Stub Hub Tennis center Park in Lot 6 Wear comfortable shoes NEW: Graduates will need to go to check-in tables for pre-printed name card and will be PRE-SEATED #CSUDHGRAD17

Additional Information Tickets are not required Parking is free in both the CSUDH & Stub Hub Parking lots Handicapped parking available—Lot 10 & 13 (Stub Hub) Yes, your name will be called  #CSUDHGRAD17

Alumni Senior Class Gift- $20.17 Alumni Association is FREE! Alumni Association services Programs and Events Networking and Partnerships *For more information contact the Alumni Relations at (310) 243-2237 #CSUDHALUMNI

Rules and Procedures Prohibited Actions & Items Any artificial noisemakers (i.e. air horns, cans filled with contents, etc.) Beach Balls Umbrellas Balloons Confetti Smoking Alcoholic beverages/Intoxication Pets *Individuals who engage in inappropriate or disruptive behavior may be removed from the event #CSUDHGRAD17