Graduation Information: August Commencement

August Commencement
The graduation ceremony will be on Friday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Moody Coliseum.

The rehearsal for doctoral and master's graduates will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Gibson Physical Education Building, room 233. Come dressed for commencement. Guests should proceed directly to Moody Coliseum.

The Alumni Association is hosting a reception in honor of graduates and their families. The reception will be held in the Bob Hunter Welcome Center immediately following the commencement ceremony.

Caps, Gowns, and Hoods
Regalia for Master's candidates may be purchased from the ACU Bookstore for $60. Regalia for Doctoral candidates may be purchased for $160. The cap, gown, and hood are yours to keep with this purchase.

Pick up times in the Bookstore are Tuesday, August 4 - Friday, August 6 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are unable to pick up your regalia during these hours, please contact the ACU Bookstore, 325-674-2524 by August 6 to make other arrangements. The Bookstore will be available for exchanges only on Friday, August 6, from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Remember: Check your regalia for tassel and hood color before coming to the rehearsal.
MA (Arts) - White
MAcc (Accounting) - Tan
MAR (Arts in Religion) - Scarlet
MACM (Arts in Christian Ministry) - Scarlet
MDiv (Divinity) - Scarlet
MEd (Education) - Light Blue
MLA (Liberal Arts) - White
DMin (Doctor of Ministry) - Scarlet
MMFT (Marriage & Family Therapy) - Scarlet
DMin (Doctor of Ministry) - Scarlet
MSN (Nursing) - Apricot
MS (Science) - Golden Yellow
MSSW (Social Work) - Citron

Invitations/Announcements
Announcements and invitations may be ordered through the ACU Bookstore June 16-August 4. The bookstore advises that orders be placed at least two weeks prior to commencement to allow time for mailing.To place your order, contact the ACU Bookstore, (325) 674-2524.

Pronunciation of Names
The correct pronunciation of your name is important. We will go over the correct pronunciation of everyone's name during rehearsal.

Photographs
A professional photographer will take a picture as each candidate is on stage. Proofs and order information will be mailed after graduation.

Transcripts, Diplomas, and Degree Posting

Transcripts : Financial accounts must be cleared prior to graduation in order for transcripts to be released. Contact Student Financial Services to arrange your exit interview. Also check to be sure that all requirements have been met and the degree has been posted before ordering a transcript indicating an earned degree.

Diplomas : Diplomas will be mailed within two months following commencement. The Graduate School must certify that all graduation requirements have been met before diplomas are ordered.

Degree Posting: Degrees are posted upon completion of all requirements. All grades must be posted and completed theses must be turned in to the Graduate School before your degree will be posted.

*If your address changes after graduation, it is your responsibility to notify the Graduate School Office!

2008 Calendar of Graduate Commencement Events
July 3 - Thesis Defense Deadline

July 11 - Comprehensive exam deadline; Deadline for return of green card and other materials in graduation packet

June 16-August 4- Dates for ordering announcements / invitations

August 6 - COMMENCEMENT
          6:30 p.m. - REHEARSAL (Gibson Physical Ed. Bldg., Room 233)
          7:30 p.m. - CEREMONY (Moody Coliseum)
          Immediately Following - RECEPTION (Bob Hunter Welcome Center)

For additional information and FAQ's, please visit the Undergraduate Commencement page.

For questions regarding graduation, please contact Kacey Higgins, higginsk@acu.edu, (325) 674-2354