Saturday,
December 20, 2008
Commencement Ceremony - Alumni Coliseum
MORNING CEREMONY - for the following colleges: Education, Health Sciences, and Justice & Safety
9:15 a.m. - Candidates line up - Fred Darling Auxiliary Gym (Alumni
Coliseum)
9:45 a.m. - Students begin marching. Pre-Commencement Concert begins at
Alumni Coliseum
10:00 a.m. - Graduation Ceremony begins
AFTERNOON CEREMONY - for the following colleges: Arts & Sciences, and Business & Technology
2:15 p.m. - Candidates line up - Fred Darling Auxiliary Gym (Alumni
Coliseum)
2:45 p.m. - Students begin marching. Pre-Commencement Concert begins at
Alumni Coliseum
3:00 p.m. - Graduation Ceremony begins
An informal reception will follow each graduation ceremony in the Fred
Darling Auxiliary Gym.
Do I need to get tickets for my guests?
Tickets are not required for candidates or their guests. All
are welcome to celebrate this special day.
Is there a limit on the number of guests I can invite
to Graduation?
No, there is no limit on the number of invited guests. Graduate
Candidates are welcome to invite whomever they wish. EKU encourages graduates
to enjoy this exciting day and to participate fully in all Graduation activities.
Where do I get Graduation Announcements?
Jostens is the vendor that provides personalized announcements.
Personalized announcements take two weeks to be produced. The EKU Bookstore
also has generic announcements for sale. Invitations, announcements and
class rings can be ordered during GRAD-FEST or directly from Jostens via
their web site at www.jostens.com.
What name appears on my diploma?
On your Graduation Application at the time you applied for
Graduation you were asked to print your name just as you wanted your name
to appear on your diploma and in the Commencement Program. Also, on the
application you indicated the address where your diploma will be sent. If
you have any doubts about the accuracy of this information confirm this
information with the Administrative Assistant in your College.
When will I receive my Diploma?
Diplomas will be mailed out approximately six (6) to eight
(8) weeks after graduation to those students who have successfully
completed degree program requirements. A free copy of your official EKU
transcript will be included.
When do I apply for graduation?
Applications for graduation can be obtained from the Administrative
Assistant of your college. May and Summer graduates should apply for
graduation by October 31. December graduates should apply by the end
of April. If you have missed the deadline, please see the Administrative
Assistant in your college dean's office.
Is there a graduation fee:
After you apply for Graduation with the Administrative Assistant
in your college a Graduation fee of $20.00 for undergraduate and $40.00
for graduate-level students is charged to your account and payable to EKU
at the cashier's window in Student Accounting Services.
Where do I get caps and gowns?
Caps, gowns, hoods for
graduate students, and honors sashes can be picked up during GRAD-FEST. Summer 2008 GRAD-FEST will be on June 3rd and 4th from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Student Services Building. Fall 2008 GRAD-FEST will be on October 28th, 29th, and 30th in the Powell Building Lobby. Caps and gowns will not be mailed. It is the student's responsibility to make arrangements to procure their academic regalia.
Who is eligible to graduate with Honors?
Honors are given to students with the following GPA:
Associate Degrees
- With Distinction 3.5 to 3.69
- With High Distinction 3.7 to 4.0
Baccalaureate Degree
- Cum Laude 3.5 to 3.69
- Magna Cum Laude 3.7 to 3.89
- Summa Cum Laude 3.9 to 4.0
For the purpose of honors recognition:
Schedule