The College of Engineering and Computer Science
Spring 2008 Commencement Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 24, 2008
Time: 2:30 p.m. doors open and candidates assemble at 2:00 p.m.
Where: ARCO Arena
Parking Fee: $10.00
If you have any questions that are not listed in our Frequently Asked Questions area, check out the University's Commencement page at http://www.csus.edu/commence or contact the ECS Dean's Office at 916.278.6366 or graduate@ecs.csus.edu.
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Q: Where Do I get my cap and gown and tassel?
A: Caps, Gowns, Tassels, and Honor Cords can be purchased at the A.S.I. Business Office located in the University Union on the 3rd Floor. The cost is as follows:
Undergraduate [Bachelor's Degree] $35.50 – includes cap, gown and tassels
Graduates [Master's Degree] $58.50 – includes, cap, gown, tassel and Master's hood
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Q: Will my name be in the printed Commencement Program Book?
A: If you filed your petition to graduate in the Spring 2008 ceremony according to the correct deadline, your name will be included. Our College is not responsible for the printed program. Please note: Signing up to walk does not guarantee that your name will be printed in the Commencement program. See below for information about names being read out loud at the ceremony.
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Q: How do I know if I am receiving Academic Honors? And if I am, how do I get my Honor Cord?
A: Academic Honors are calculated based upon your grades from all semesters prior to your semester of
graduation. To find out if you are receiving Academic Honors and therefore eligible to purchase and wear an Honor Cord
at commencement, please check with the A.S.I. office where caps, gowns, tassels, and honor cords can be purchased. The
Academic Honors list will be available in beginning of May
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Q: Will my name be read out loud at the Commencement Ceremony?
A: YES! All students who attend the Commencement Ceremony will have their names read out loud by a Faculty Presenter from the College of Engineering and Computer Science. When you arrive, there will be a card on your seat for you to fill out. Please be sure to print your name clearly on the card and provide a phonetic spelling if your name is difficult to pronounce.
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Q: I heard I have to sign up to "walk". How do I do that?
A: Fill out the Graduate Commencement Sign Up Form.
ECS Commencement Information
Dean's Office
College of Engineering and Computer Science
Tele: 916.278.6366
Fax: 916.278.5949
E–mail: graduate@ecs.csus.edu