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Graduation
Tips and resources to help you prepare for
your big day.
Are you graduating at the end of the term? Review the following
details to make preparing for graduation easier, including what
you'll need to do for certification,
graduation clearance, and how
to dress for graduation. Find
useful checklists and information below for you and your guests.
GradFest - Your Single Source for
Graduation
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Mabee Ballroom, Ragsdale
Center
It's one-stop shopping for all your graduation needs — caps,
gowns, announcements, class rings and
more. And you won't want to miss the great giveaways and prizes,
such as gift cards from local hotels and restaurants. Plus you
can:
- Have your graduation portrait taken with Main Building
as the background! It's a one-time opportunity at GradFest. Caps,
gowns and ordering information are provided at the event. Or for a
standard graduation portrait, order online from Flash
Photography. Use department code "P207" for discounted pricing
and expedited service. Or call Flash Photography at 214-443-9393 for more information.
- Confirm how your name will appear on your diploma.
- Clear any financial holds.
- Discover alumni networking and career services that can
help with your job search.
- Learn about graduate programs at St. Edward's.
- Complete your Post-Graduate Survey and be entered to win
a special door prize.
Ordering Your Announcements
Announcements may be ordered at GradFest or online from CB Announcements. Announcements will require five business days for delivery. For more information, contact CB announcements at 1-800-433-0296.
Ceremony Date and Location
Fall 2009 graduation ceremony:
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009
- St. Edward's University
- Recreation and Convocation Center (RCC)
- 10 a.m. Ceremony for Graduate and New College Programs
- 2 p.m. Ceremony for Undergraduates
- Reception to follow each ceremony: Mabee Ballrooms, Robert and Pearle Ragsdale Center (graduates and their guests)
| Key Dates
for Fall 2009 Graduates |
| October 2
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All certifications, transcripts for
courses completed in past terms, and official CLEP scores due in
the Office of the Registrar. |
| October 12 |
Information/confirmation letters
mailed to students. |
| October 28 |
GradFest scheduled from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
in Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom. |
| November 6 |
Graduation/diploma information letters
due in the Office of the Registrar. |
| December 12 |
Graduation Ceremonies at SEU |
| January 11 |
Deadline for all SEU credits and Fall
2009 transfer credits to be received in the Office of the
Registrar. |
| February 5 |
Diplomas (without holds) mailed to
permanent address or available for pick up if prior arrangements
are made. |
Preparing for Graduation and the Ceremony
To help you get ready for this landmark day, we've put together the following checklists and instructions for you — and useful information for your guests.
Special Assistance
Please contact the Registrar's office at 512-448-8752 by Nov. 30, 2009, if you will need assistance during the ceremony due to a physical or mobility challenge.
Arrange a Diploma Pick Up
If someone else is picking up your diploma and/or transcripts, you must provide a written and signed statement instructing the Office of the Registrar to release these documents to the person. The person will be required to show a photo ID in addition to the signed letter of instruction.
For International Students
To avoid a delay in receiving your diploma, you should make arrangements to have your diploma and transcripts notarized no later than four weeks prior to the date diplomas are available. Contact the Office of the Registrar at 512-448-8752 for detailed information.
Graduation Honors
A student must complete 60 hours of credit in residence at St. Edward's with the appropriate grade point average in order to be eligible for graduation with honors. Credit by examination will not be counted in the 60 hours for graduation honors.
Graduate students with a 4.0 are recognized at Honors Night, not the graduation ceremony.
Undergraduate students will receive recognition during the ceremony for the following distinctions:
- Cum Laude for a point average of 3.50
- Magna Cum Laude for 3.70
- Summa Cum Laude for 3.90
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