Graduate School

Graduation Information: May Commencement

The Graduation Fair for May graduates will be held in the Living Room of the Campus Center March 23-24, 2009. Students may pick up regalia, order a ring, order invitations, and finalize any financial aid issues at the Graduation Fair. 

May Commencement Ceremonies
The two graduation ceremonies will be on Saturday, May 08 at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. in Moody Coliseum.  

  1. 11:00 a.m. ceremony includes the College of Biblical Studies (CBS); College of Business Administration (CBA); the Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing (NURS) and College of Education and Human Services (CEHS) 
  2.  3:00 p.m. ceremony includes the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Rehearsal

The rehearsals for master's and doctoral candidates will be held one hour before each ceremony (10:00 a.m. for the 11:00 a.m. ceremony; 2:00 p.m. for the 3:00 p.m. ceremony)  in the Gibson Physical Education Building, room 233.  Come dressed for commencement.  Guests should proceed directly to Moody Coliseum.

Reception

The Alumni Association is hosting receptions in honor of graduates and their families.  The receptions will be held in the Teague Special Events Center  immediately following each 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 $119.98.  The cap, gown, and hood are yours to keep with this purchase. 

Pick up times in the Bookstore are Tuesday, May 5 - Friday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, May 8 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If you are unable to pick up your regalia during these hours, please contact Danny Neal (ACU Bookstore, 325-674-2222) by May 1 to make other arrangements. 

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

 

Invitations/Announcements
Announcements and invitations may be ordered through the ACU Bookstore March 23-May 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 ACU Bookstore, (325) 674-2222.

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!

 

2010 Calendar of Graduate Commencement Events
March 1 - Application for Graduation due to the Graduate School Office

April 2 - Thesis Defense Deadline
April 9 - Comprehensive exam deadline
April 11 - Deadline for return of green card and other materials in graduation packet
March 21-May 2 - Dates for ordering announcements / invitations
March 23-24 - Graduation Fair
May 08 - CEREMONIES
          10:00 a.m. Rehearsal (Gibson Physical Education Building, Room 233-234)
          11:00 a.m. Ceremony for CBS, CBA, CEHS, and NURS (Moody Coliseum)    
          Reception immediately following (Teague Special Events Center)

          2:00 p.m. Rehearsal (Gibson Physical Education Building, Room 233-234)
          3:00 p.m. Ceremony for CAS (Moody Coliseum)    
          Reception immediately following (Teague Special Events Center)

 

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

 For questions regarding graduation for master's and doctoral candidates, please contact Kacey Higgins, higginsk@acu.edu, (325) 674-2354