Graduation & Commencement

Wednesday, November 6 & Thursday, November 7, 2024

10:00 am - 5:00 pm, SVSU Bookstore

General Information

Thank you to everyone who attended Grad Fair and made it a blast! If you could not attend, you can pick up your cap and gown at the SVSU Bookstore anytime up until commencement on December 14.

I cannot attend the Grad Fair; how can I get my cap and gown?

If you cannot attend the Grad Fair, you will be able to pick up your cap and gown from the SVSU Bookstore anytime before the Commencement ceremony.

Can someone pick up my cap and gown for me?

Yes, you can have a friend or family member pick up your cap and gown. They will need your name and your student ID number.

I am a graduate student. Can I purchase cords?

Masters and Doctorate degrees cannot wear cords during the commencement ceremony, as they will be wearing hoods.

I got my photo taken at the Grad Fair; how will I receive it?

If you got your photo taken with Grad Images, you can contact them about how to receive your photos at 800-261-2576 or email them HERE.

I tried on my cap and gown and it does not fit. Can I exchange it?

Yes, you can exchange your cap and gown for a different size at the SVSU Bookstore anytime up until commencement.

Graduation Checklist

Graduates can be sure that they have everything needed to make graduation go smoothly. Download the now to know all of the dates, forms, and information needed from now until walking across the stage on December 14, 2024.

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