(Graduates need to arrive at 7:30 a.m.)
Grand Junction weather can change dramatically and the outdoor ceremony will take most of the morning. Please be aware of the forecast and come prepared for both the expected and unexpected. We suggest: a hat, sunscreen, bottled water, jacket, poncho or umbrella. In the event of heavy rain or snow, the ceremony may be moved indoors.
As long as the ceremony is held outside at Stocker Stadium-Lincoln Park there is no limit to the number of family and friends you invite to the ceremony. However, if the rain plan is implemented, there will be a limit of four guests per graduate due to the smaller facility in Saunders Fieldhouse. The four rain plan tickets for your guests will be mailed to you by the end of April 2009.
Check out the Important Dates for cap/gown orders, rain plan tickets, rehearsal, and more.
Caps and gowns will be distributed from the MSC Bookstore.
Thursday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, May 15, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Everyone participating in commencement needs to attend the rehearsal. Meet in the East stands at Stocker Stadium at 4:00 p.m. The rehearsal normally takes about an hour.
To ensure that you receive all your graduation information, please keep your address information up-to-date. You can view or update it through MAVZone "Students" tab or stop by the Registrar's Office.
Graduates of Mesa State College become members of the Alumni Association. Visit our website for more information about the benefits or contact our office at alumni@mesastate.edu.
