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Chico State Commencement 2024
Please note that the Marching Order Platform, which facilitates the registration to walk at commencement, exclusively accepts your "@mail.csuchico.edu" email address for verification purposes. Your "@csuchico.edu" email address will not be recognized in this context.
This clarification is essential to avoid any confusion during the registration process. We understand that this distinction may have caused some uncertainty, and we appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure a seamless experience for all graduates.
If you encounter any issues or have further questions regarding commencement registration, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Office of Commencement at commencement@csuchico.edu
Congratulations again on reaching this significant achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your success at the upcoming commencement ceremony.
Important Dates and Announcements
- March 1: Deadline to apply to graduate if you want to be in the Commencement program and T-ShirtEnsure you meet all academic requirements and apply for degree conferral with Graduation Advising(opens in new window). Applying to graduate means completing your degree requirements.
- March 6: Kick-off to Commencement season begins at GradFest! Register to walk in your ceremony
GradFest occurs at the Wildcat Bookstore(opens in new window) on March 6 and 7 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. GradFest is the graduate's one-stop shop for all things Commencement.
At GradFest, you can:
- Register to walk at Commencement(opens in new window). Registration (RSVP) is critical to ensure the graduate is issued a GradPass. The GradPass serves as the graduate's ticket entry into the stadium.
- Receive your guest tickets. Graduates will receive up to eight guest tickets.
- Proof your name display and pronunciation for the ceremonies.
- Pre-order your cap and gown(opens in new window)
- Take commencement portraits
- Pre-order your Grad T-shirt and more!(opens in new window)
Can't make it to GradFest? No worries! Most steps can be completed online through the commencement website, including registering to walk in your ceremony. Look for the 'Marching Order' link on this page beginning March 6.
- March 6 - May 9: Cap and Gown Pre-Orders
Pre-order your cap and gown through Herff Jones beginning March 6. Graduates can pick up their regalia at the Wildcat Bookstore or have it shipped home. Visit the Apparel(opens in new window) section to learn more. Please be aware of these deadlines:
- March 12 at 9:00 pm PST - Deadline to pre-order regalia for pick-up in the Bookstore
- April 17 at 9:00 pm PST - Deadline to pre-order regalia to be shipped to home
- May 9 at 9:00 pm PST - Deadline to pre-order regalia to be shipped to home with expedited shipping charges
- Beginning May 6, in-store rental and pick-up of regalia are available at Wildcat Bookstore.
- April 17: Deadline to register to walk at commencement
All graduates planning to participate in Commencement 2024 at University Stadium must register on Marching Order. The registration platform will open on the Commencement website on March 6 through the Marching Order icon and close on April 17 at midnight.
Registering on Marching Order ensures:
- Your RSVP attendance at the ceremony. RSVP is critical as it ensures the graduate is issued a GradPass. The GradPass serves as the graduate's ticket entry into the stadium.
- Your guest tickets. Graduates may receive up to eight guest tickets.
- Your name display and pronunciation for the jumbotron during your ceremony are accurate
- April 23: Senior Send-Off and Regalia Available for Pick-Up
Beginning at 9:00 a.m., graduates can collect pre-ordered regalia at the Wildcat Bookstore.
Join us at Senior Send-Off on April 23rd between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Trinity Lawn. Graduates can receive their Grad T-shirt, visit the Commencement help desk, and enjoy games, treats, and much more!
- May 6: Walk-in rental and purchases for cap and gownDidn't pre-order your cap and gown? Walk-ins for cap and gown rentals can be made at the Wildcat Bookstore.(opens in new window)
- May 8: Digital GradPasses will be distributedYour Digital GradPass will be sent to your Wildcat email address with the subject line "Here is your GradPass!" The GradPass is crucial for taking place in commencement and entering the stadium. If you have not registered to walk in the ceremony, you will not receive a GradPass. No GradPass = No stadium entry!
2024 Commencement Schedule
- Graduate Studies - Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 15th 2024
7:00 p.m. | University Stadium
- College of Communication & Education - Thursday, May 16th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 16th, 2024
7:00 p.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Communication Arts and Sciences
Journalism
Kinesiology
Liberal Studies
Media Arts, Design, and Technology
Recreation, Hospitality & Parks Management
- College of Engineering, Computer Science and Construction Management - Friday, May 17th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, May 17th, 2024
7 p.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Advanced Manufacturing and Applied Robotics
Civil Engineering
Computer Animation and Game Development
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Concrete Industry Management
Construction Management
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronic Engineering
- College of Agriculture - Friday, May 17th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, May 17th, 2024
7 p.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Agriculture
Agricultural Business
Agricultural Science
Animal Science
Plant and Soil Science
- College of Behavioral and Social Sciences - Ceremony 1 - Saturday, May 18th 2024 at 9:00 a.m.Saturday, May 18th, 2024
9 a.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Health Services Administration
Health Science
Public Health
Sociology
Psychology
Child Development
Social Work
Anthropology
- College of Behavioral and Social Sciences - Ceremony 2 - Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Saturday, May 18th 2024
7 p.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Criminal Justice
Political Science
International Relations
Public Administration
Social Science
Economics
Multi-Cultural and Gender Studies
Chicano-Latinx
Geography
- College of Business - Saturday, May 18th 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Saturday, May 18th 2024
7 p.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Business Administration
Business Information Systems
- College of Humanities & Fine Arts - Sunday, May 19th 2024 at 9:00 a.m.Sunday, May 19th, 2024
9 a.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Art
Asian Studies
English
German
History
Humanities
Latin American Studies
Music
Musical Theatre
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Spanish
Theatre Arts
- College of Natural Sciences - Sunday, May 19th 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
Sunday, May 19th, 2024
9 a.m. at University Stadium
MAJORS:
Biological Sciences
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Environmental Sciences
Geology
Mathematics
Microbiology
Natural Sciences
Nursing
Nutrition and Food Sciences
Physics
2024 Multicultural and Special Celebrations
- Asian Pacific Islander Graduation Celebration
- Native American Graduation Celebration
Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: PAC 144
Contact: Amber Noel-Camacho, anoel-camacho@csuchico.edu
- Credential Ceremony
Tuesday, May 14th 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Laxson Auditorium
Contact: Al Schademan, aschademan@csuchico.edu
- Veteran Graduation Celebration
Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: PAC 144
Contact: L. Robert Snoberger, lsnoberger@csuchico.edu
- International Student Graduation and Bon Voyage Celebration
Thursday, May 16th, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
Location: SSC 440
Contact: Tasha Alexander, tmalexander@csuchico.edu
- Nurses Pinning Ceremony
Friday, May 17th, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
Location: BMU Auditorium
Contact: Candice Sawyer, csawyer2@csuchico.edu and Coral Olynyk, colynyk@csuchico.edu
- Lavender Graduation Celebration
Friday, May 17th, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
Location: Harlen Adams Theatre (PAC 144) and PAC Courtyard
Contact: Molly M. Heck, mheck@csuchico.edu and Susan Frawley, sfrawley@csuchico.edu
- LatinX Graduation Celebration I
- Black Graduation Celebration
Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Location: PAC 144
Contact: Dominique S. Soares, dsilva@csuchico.edu
- LatinX Graduation Celebration II
Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
Location: Laxson Auditorium
Contact: lgrad@csuchico.edu
- Project Rebound Graduation
Sunday, May 19th, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Sylvesters 100
Contact: Gabriela Medina Falzone at gfalzone@csuchico.edu
Continue to check the commencement website for updates. All information listed is subject to change.