Welcome Graduate Students!
Commencement Weekend Events
Cap and Gown Information
Academic Hoods
Name Cards
Photographs
SU Bookstore
Ordering Commencement Announcements
Ordering Diploma Frames
Official Class Ring
Beyond Graduation
Alumni Relations
Magis: Alumni Committed for Mission
Commencement Weekend Events
Commencement Brunch
Connolly Center North Court
10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 14, 2008
Graduates - Complimentary
Guests $25 per person (limit of 3 guests per graduate to accommodate as many graduates as possible.)
Seattle University Alumni Relations sponsors the Commencement Brunch to congratulate all graduates on your achievement and to celebrate our newest alumni. The brunch will be held on Saturday, June 14, at 10:30 a.m. Invitations will be sent early May. To register or for more details please go to Commencement Brunch Information.
Baccalaureate Mass
St. James Cathedral
Ninth Avenue and Marion Street
2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, 2008
Students, both undergraduate and graduate of all faiths and their families, are invited and encouraged to participate in the Baccalaureate Mass. Tickets are not required for the Baccalaureate Mass, but seating is limited.
Robing: All degree candidates are to wear their caps, gowns, and hoods for the Baccalaureate Mass. A location to be determined will be open for robing at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 14. Plan to arrive no later than 2:10 p.m. You may leave your coat safely in the hall, but please do not leave valuables or money.
Processional: The processional will begin at 2:30 p.m. with faculty members leading the procession. For this event there is no precise marching order; simply line up two-by-two. Faculty marshals will direct you into pews and organize the recessional from the church.
Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Qwest Field
800 Occidental Ave South
3:00 pm Sunday, June 15, 2008
Arrival: Report to the main entrance of Qwest Field no later than 2:30 p.m. Proceed to the area designated for your school or college. Note that no tickets are required for entrance. All are welcome.
Venue: Qwest Field is an outdoor venue, so check the weather report and dress accordingly. As a security measure, all bags will be checked upon entrance. No food or beverages of any kind are allowed. Note that concessions will be open on the main concourse of the stadium for the convenience of your guests.
Parking: Please be aware that there will be a Mariners game at 1:30pm. Thus, parking will be tight and prices will be at a premium. You will want to arrive early.
Map of Parking near Qwest Field
There are also a number of smaller lots--you may want to scout the area in advance--we do not have a map of the smaller lots available.
Robing: Report to the main entrance of the Qwest Field (800 Occidental Ave South) no later than 2:30 p.m. Go to the area designated for your school or college. The ceremony should last approximately 2.0 hours.
Cap and Gown Information
Caps and gowns will be issued in the Seattle University Bookstore from May 27 through June 14 on the following schedule:
Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please note that there will be no opportunity to pick up apparel before May 27 or after 4 p.m. Saturday, June 14. The caps, gowns and tassels are yours to keep at the conclusion of the ceremony.
Academic Hoods
Hoods will be issued when you pick up your name card at the
Seattle University Bookstore. (May 27 - June 14).
Master's, educational specialists and doctoral degree candidates wear hoods appropriate to their degrees. (Note: doctoral candidates carry their hoods into the stadium. See "Robing" section). The cap, gown, hood, and tassel are yours to keep.
Name Cards
When you pick up your cap and gown you will receive a 3" x 5" card that bears your name. Bring the card to the Commencement ceremony; you will present it to your dean before you cross the stage. He/she will use it to announce your name as you receive your degree.
Photographs
While no individual photographers are allowed on the field level of the Qwest Field during the ceremony, the university engages a professional photographer who takes the picture of graduates as they receive their diplomas from the president. You will receive a mailing soon that will outline costs, delivery dates, ordering procedures, etc. Direct any questions regarding photography to: Bob Knight Photo 1-800-261-2576.
SU Bookstore
Ordering Commencement Announcements
Ordering Diploma Frames
Official Class Ring
Beyond Graduation
A wide range of career counseling and job search services are offered through the Career Development Center, including help with making career decisions; assistance with resume writing, job-search planning, full-time job listings, and on-campus interviews with regional and national employers. Other services include a computerized career guidance program (SIGI PLUS); a career information library; and World Wide Web online resources.
Alumni Relations
There are many opportunities to stay in touch with your peers and Seattle University after graduation. The Alumni Relations Office coordinates many special social, professional and educational events that bring our alumni together.
Magis: Alumni Committed for Mission
Magis is a new initiative for alumni under the Office of Mission and Ministry and led by co-directors, Mike Bayard, S.J. and Erin Swezey. Through programs, events, seminars and a network of collaborative partnerships, Magis will foster a sense of connectedness and community among our alumni while engaging them in habits of lifelong learning, leadership, and service. Contact us at magis@seattleu.edu. For more on Magis, please visit http://www.seattleu.edu/magis.
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