Commencement

• Check-in: 6:30 am – 7:30 am in the Intramural Gym at Moby Arena

• All graduates must be checked in and lined up under the department sign for their major by 7:30 am

• Please come to the 2nd Floor Atrium of the Animal Sciences Building to complete your Walk Card during Finals Week, May 10-12, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

• Graduates will pick up walk cards at check-in before lining up. Graduates will give walk cards to the announcer before walking across the stage.

• There is no reserved seating or distribution of tickets. As a courtesy to other guests, please do not block off rows of seats.

• Disabled Seating/Access: There will be reserved seating for those individually who have limited mobility or are hearing impaired – plus one guest. Only one other guest may accompany the individual.

It is illegal to bring alcoholic beverages into Moby Arena and Lory Student Center. Uniformed police officers, event staff, and faculty marshals will be in attendance when you enter the assembly area and throughout the ceremony. In accordance with Commencement policies, robes, purses, etc., may be inspected as you enter. Prohibited items are not allowed and will be confiscated. All attendees should refrain from using air horns.

Please remember. . . the College Commencement Ceremony is the capstone of your academic experience at CSU. It is a public event that reflects upon you as an individual and the College and University as a whole. Your recognition of the rights of other students and their guests to enjoy the ceremony free from disruptive or otherwise inappropriate behavior is appreciated.

Water Bottle Policy

Plastic, disposable and crushable bottles, empty and without a cap are permissible.

Clear Bag Policy

The Clear Bag Policy will be in effect and enforced by metal detectors for the Commencement Ceremonies. Approved bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and should not exceed 12” x 6″ x 12”.