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Campus Announcement - February 1, 2023

Email Sent: February 1, 2023
Email Subject: Mark your calendar for Commencement 2023
Recipients: All students, faculty, and staff

Dear Cal State LA Community:

Commencement at Cal State LA is always a joyous occasion for our graduates, their families and friends, and our University community, and we’re excited to continue the tradition this year at Commencement 2023.

Our 10 college-based ceremonies will be held from May 22-26, 2023, and will again take place in Commencement Pavilion, a festive shaded structure that will be built in the event space on the north side of campus in Lot 5. You can experience the joy of Commencement 2022 in our video and photo galleries.

During the ceremonies, graduates will be able to bring guests, have their names called, and cross the stage. Our ceremonies will also include hooding. The detailed schedule is now posted on the Commencement website.

Graduates will receive email notifications throughout the spring regarding Commencement-related activities and deadlines.

Graduates celebrating under confetti streamers.

Cal State LA 2023 Commencement Message - February 24, 2023

Email Sent: February 24, 2023 (via Constant Contact)
Email Subject: Cal State LA 2023 Commencement Message - February 24, 2023
Recipients: All eligible graduating students as of February 21, 2023

CONGRATULATIONS!

The faculty and staff at Cal State LA would like to congratulate the Class of 2023! This includes the graduates of fall 2022 and winter 2023 and the projected graduates of spring 2023 and summer 2023.

You are eligible to participate in the 2023 Commencement ceremonies, scheduled from May 22 – 26, 2023, at the Commencement Pavilion, a festive shaded structure that will be built on the north side of campus in Lot 5. Watch the video above for a glimpse of the joy from last year’s celebration in Commencement Pavilion.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For projected spring 2023 and summer 2023 graduates, your eligibility to participate is dependent on your graduation application status for the current academic year. This information is updated regularly by the Graduation Office. Email [email protected] with any questions.

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SCHEDULE

There will be 10 college-based ceremonies held over five days. You will automatically be assigned to a ceremony based on your college, department, and major. The detailed schedule is now posted on the Commencement website. Each date lists the college, department, and majors assigned to each ceremony.

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REGISTRATION

All graduates planning to participate in the in-person ceremonies must register in advance to attend.

From April 10, at 9 a.m. PT until April 28, at 5 p.m. PT, graduates can register to participate in Commencement and reserve guest tickets using MarchingOrder’s online ticketing platform. Graduates will receive an email to their @calstatela.edu email account on Monday, April 10, with the MarchingOrder registration link.

The graduating candidate must register to participate and reserve guest tickets in a timely manner. After posted deadline dates, ticket allocation is no longer guaranteed and will depend on availability.

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REGALIA (CAP AND GOWN)

Regalia and other Commencement-related merchandise (sashes, etc.) will be available for purchase at the University Bookstore during Grad Fair on April 4, until Commencement week.

The Alumni Association will send additional information regarding Grad Fair in the next few weeks.

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COMMENCEMENT WEBSITE

We continue to update the Commencement website with 2023 Commencement details, so please check back regularly to stay updated. Please review all the sections, as they contain valuable information for graduates and guests. In addition, be sure to read your emails as you will receive regular communication regarding Commencement and other Commencement-related activities, such as Grad Fair.

Cal State LA 2023 Commencement Message - March 17, 2023

Email Sent: March 17, 2023 (via Constant Contact)
Email Subject: Cal State LA 2023 Commencement Message - March 17, 2023
Recipients: All eligible graduating students as of March 14, 2023

CONGRATULATIONS!

The faculty and staff at Cal State LA would like to congratulate the Class of 2023! This includes the graduates of fall 2022 and winter 2023 and the projected graduates of spring 2023 and summer 2023.

You are eligible to participate in the 2023 Commencement ceremonies, scheduled from May 22 – 26, 2023, at the Commencement Pavilion, a festive shaded structure that will be built on the north side of campus in Lot 5. Watch the video above for a glimpse of the joy from last year’s celebration in Commencement Pavilion.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For projected spring 2023 and summer 2023 graduates, your eligibility to participate is dependent on your graduation application status for the current academic year. This information is updated regularly by the Graduation Office. Email [email protected] with any questions.

This email message was also sent on February 24, 2023. Be sure to read your emails as you will receive regular communication regarding Commencement and other Commencement-related activities, such as Grad Fair.

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SCHEDULE

There will be 10 college-based ceremonies held over five days. You will automatically be assigned to a ceremony based on your college, department, and major. The detailed schedule is now posted on the Commencement website. Each date lists the college, department, and majors assigned to each ceremony.

___________________________________________________________________

REGISTRATION

All graduates planning to participate in the in-person ceremonies must register in advance to attend.

From April 10, at 9 a.m. PT until April 28, at 5 p.m. PT, graduates can register to participate in Commencement and reserve guest tickets using MarchingOrder’s online ticketing platform.

Graduates will receive an email to their @calstatela.edu email account on Monday, April 10, with the MarchingOrder registration link. For Doctor of Nursing Practice candidates, the email will be sent to the university email address we have on file.

The graduating candidate must register to participate and reserve guest tickets in a timely manner. After posted deadline dates, ticket allocation is no longer guaranteed and will depend on availability.

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REGALIA (CAP AND GOWN)

Regalia and other Commencement-related merchandise (sashes, etc.) will be available for purchase at the University Bookstore starting on April 4 (during Grad Fair) until Commencement week.

The Alumni Association will send additional information regarding Grad Fair.

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COMMENCEMENT WEBSITE

We continue to update the Commencement website with 2023 Commencement details, so please check back regularly to stay updated. Please review all the sections, as they contain valuable information for graduates and guests.

Cal State LA 2023 Commencement Message - March 24, 2023

Email Sent: March 24, 2023 (via Constant Contact)
Email Subject: Cal State LA 2023 Commencement Message - March 24, 2023
Recipients: All eligible graduating students as of March 23, 2023

REGISTRATION, GUEST TICKETS, REGALIA, AND NAME VERIFICATION

Before you start your spring break, please read the information below regarding registration, guest tickets, name verification, and regalia for Commencement.

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REGISTRATION

All graduates planning to participate in the in-person Commencement ceremonies must register in advance to attend.

From April 10, at 9 a.m. PT until April 28, at 5 p.m. PT, graduates can register to participate in Commencement and reserve guest tickets using MarchingOrder’s online ticketing platform.

Graduates will receive an email to their @calstatela.edu email account on Monday, April 10, with the MarchingOrder registration link. For Doctor of Nursing Practice candidates, the email will be sent to the university email address we have on file.

The graduating candidate must register to participate and reserve guest tickets in a timely manner. After posted deadline dates, ticket allocation is no longer guaranteed and will depend on availability.

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NAME VERIFICATION

For Commencement, the primary (legal) name as it appears on the graduating candidate's GET account and graduation application is the name that will be used for the following:

Ticketing information
Name card during Commencement for the name display
Name reading during Commencement
Diploma by the Graduation Office

As noted on the Registrar’s Office website, graduates can submit a request for a Preferred First Name Change in GET to formally request a preferred first name be used by the University. An approved preferred first name may be used on a diploma and at Commencement if requested by the graduating candidate on their graduation application, otherwise the primary (legal) name will be used.

For the preferred first name change to be reflected for Commencement, requests must be made by April 14.

For any changes or updates to your primary (legal) name, including your last name, to be reflected for Commencement, please submit a Bio/Demo Change Form to the Admissions and Record Center, on the first floor of the Student Services Building by April 14.

Please note that during the Commencement ceremonies, last-minute name changes will not be accommodated as the name cards are embedded with a unique bar code that will be used to display the names on the jumbo screen.

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REGALIA (CAP AND GOWN)

Regalia and other Commencement-related merchandise (sashes, etc.) will be available for purchase at the University Bookstore from April 4 (during Grad Fair) until Commencement week.

For more information about regalia, please visit the Regalia and Merchandise section on the Commencement website.

Look out for communication from the Alumni Association and visit their website for additional information regarding Grad Fair.

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COMMENCEMENT WEBSITE

We continue to update the Commencement website with 2023 Commencement details, so please check back regularly to stay updated. Please review all the sections, which contain valuable information for graduates and guests.

___________________________________________________________________

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For projected spring 2023 and summer 2023 graduates, your participation eligibility depends on your graduation application status for the current academic year. This information is updated regularly by the Graduation Office. Email [email protected] with any questions.