The semi-annual Countdown to Commencement is scheduled for the Don Morris Room in the Memorial Student Center on Tuesday, November 1, and Wednesday, November 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event is hosted each year by Student Affairs in preparation for commencement exercises. This year’s winter commencement will be held Saturday, December 10 at Mountain Health Arena. The Countdown to Commencement event is open to all 2022 July, August and tentative December graduates. For more information about commencement, visit www.marshall.edu/commencement.
“Countdown to Commencement always marks the beginning of exciting times as graduation nears for our students,” University Registrar Dr. Sonja Cantrell-Johnson said. “Countdown to Commencement provides our students with a wonderful opportunity to take care of all the things that go with commencement, in one place.”
Students will also be able to write thank you cards, decorate their cap and enjoy refreshments while preparing for commencement. Students who receive a stamp from each table will be entered for a drawing to win a diploma frame from Jostens.
The following services are available at Countdown to Commencement:
Registrar’s Office — Students can verify graduation status, name format, and address for mailing diplomas; confirm commencement participation; obtain commencement instructions; receive recognition cords for military service or ROTC; pick up honor cords and tassels (if graduating with academic honors); and have an opportunity to report any special needs or concerns related to the event. International students can talk with university officials regarding the receipt of diplomas upon completion of degree. Requirements will be provided for having the diploma mailed to an address outside of the U.S. or for third party pick up of the diploma.
Marshall University Bookstore – Students can be measured for and purchase their caps and gowns, as well as purchase tassels, diploma frames, class rings and more.
Jostens – Students can purchase their Marshall University Class of 2022 rings. Also, students can order graduation announcements.
Legacy Photography – Cap and gown portraits will be taken. There is no sitting fee, no obligation to purchase and free proofs will be available within 24 hours of the sitting.
Career Education – Students are encouraged to notify the Office of Career Education about their post-graduation plans for assistance along their career paths. Information and support will be available on job-related questions, resume assistance, interview skills and more.
Office of the Bursar – Students may talk with staff about anything concerning their student accounts, holds, account balances and loan counseling interviews.
Financial Aid – Students may pick up information about upcoming financial aid workshops in which they may learn about default prevention, debt management, loan repayment, loan consolidation and loan forgiveness/cancellation programs. They also will have the opportunity to complete their loan exit counseling.
Alumni Relations/Brad D. Smith Foundation Hall – Students can learn about the benefits of a Marshall University Alumni Association membership as well as opportunities for contributing to the university after graduation.
Intercultural Affairs – All African and African American graduates are encouraged to stop by for information and to enroll for purposes of participating in the Donning of Kente celebration.
Graduate Studies Information – A graduate admission counselor will be available to discuss graduate programs and assist with the admission process.
For more information about commencement, visit www.marshall.edu/commencement.