In order to take part in ceremonies (Virtual on-line Spring 2021), you must both apply for graduation and register for Commencement—in addition to taking a few other steps.
Graduation and Commencement are two different things.
Graduation
Satisfying all academic requirements (university, college, and departmental) for a degree
Commencement
Ceremony officiated by the University president that recognizes graduates’ achievements
Participation in the Commencement ceremony is not a guarantee or an indication of degree completion.
Complete the following tasks before Commencement.
Required to participate in Commencement ceremonies (Virtual on-line Spring 2021).
Apply to graduate
Apply through the Office of the Registrar or the Graduate School.
For your name to appear in the Commencement program, you must submit your application to graduate by the deadline: the first Friday in October for Fall and the first Friday in March for Spring.
*** Plan to complete the asterisked tasks at the Virtual Grad Fair.
Virtual Grad Fair is a one-stop-shop for completing pre-Commencement tasks. If you’re a student at any WSU campus, you can use Virtual Grad Fair to register to participate in ceremonies, rent regalia, and more. Plus, you can get discounts on grad packages—things like regalia rentals, announcements, and diploma frames.
Scan the QR code or text “wsu” to 844.411.4740.
Plan to complete the asterisked tasks at the Virtual Grad Fair.
Rent academic regalia ***
Reserve your cap and gown. Not required for virtual on-line ceremonies, it is your option.
Update your records
Keep your information up to date in University records.
Complete the 1-minute job placement survey ***
Information collected is used to develop career and academic programming for WSU students.
Review your student account and loans ***
International student? Contact the Office of International Programs ***
Let them know your post-graduation plans by filling out the Program Completion Form.
Purchase announcements, commemorative merchandise, and portraits ***
Tell (and invite) your family and friends
Sending grad announcements? Check the list of degrees by college, so you’re sure to cite yours correctly.
Inviting international visitors? See suggestions for helping them obtain a visitors’ visa.
Join the Alumni Association ***
Your membership connects you to the vast Cougar network after you graduate.
*** Plan to complete the asterisked tasks at the Virtual Grad Fair.
Office of the Registrar
509-335-9506
wsu.graduations@wsu.edu
Include your student ID number in communications.
Graduate School
509-335-6424
gradsch@wsu.edu