Cuyamaca College Graduation Ceremony

What you need to know:

Students who are eligible for graduation will receive a letter from the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs in mid-April.  This letter will include general information regarding Commencement.

A cap and gown are required for Commencement.  The fee for the cap, gown, tassel and diploma case is $36.50 plus tax.  For those graduates who are eligible for Honor cords, the cost is an additional $10.00 plus tax.  They are yours to keep as a reminder of your graduation.  Caps and gowns will be available in various sizes and may be picked up at the College Bookstore during the following hours:

Monday - Thursday          7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday                            7:30 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday                        7:30 am - 10:30 am

Caps and gowns:

1. Caps and gowns may be picked up beginning May 12, 2008.
2. Participants must pick up their caps and gowns at the College Bookstore.  The College Bookstore is located in I-129.  Which is located on the first floor of the new Student Center.
3. Individual and specialized graduation announcements are available at the bookstore.

Robing:

1. Participants will robe in the Atrium of the Cuyamaca College Gymnasium at 4:30pm.  Personal belongings should be left with family or friends.  There is no lock-up area. 
2. You are encouraged to dress in cool/comfortable clothes.  Dark shoes are recommended for this occasion.
3. Light refreshments will be available for all graduates at the Gym Atrium.

Guests:

1. Parking is available in the student lots #1, #2, #4 and #5.  Disabled parking will be available at staff parking lot #1 with shuttle service available to guests.
2. Please let the Disabled Student Programs & Services, know if you need any special arrangements for guests with disabilities.  The phone number is 660-4239.
3. Participants and faculty will follow the path to the Athletic Track.  Guests are invited to photograph the processional.

Reception:

1. There will be a College reception, for graduates and their guests immediately following the Commencement Ceremony.  Please join us under the canopies directly behind the Commencement guest seating area immediately following the ceremony.

General:

1. Students who were invited to the Commencement Ceremony are eligible to attend, even if they are concerned about receiving a failing grade for a Spring 2008 class.  Once all grades are received and the final evaluation is done, students who did NOT pass a course will be contacted.  Meanwhile, they may participate in Commencement.

Vendors:

1. In addition to graduation announcements, the College Bookstore will have a table displaying College mementos, snacks and drinks for purchase at Commencement.
2. California Candids Graduation Photography will be available if you are interested in ordering a professional photograph.  They can be contacted at 1-866-882-2897 or access the California Candids website at www.gradphotos.com
3. CB Announcements will sell Commencement announcements and thank you cards.  To order by phone, call 800-433-0296 or order online at www.cbgrad.com

Your Diploma/Certificate:

Grades for the SPRING 2008 semester will be submitted during finals week. We expect the grades to be official by June 20, 2008.   At that time, we will complete the final evaluation for your degree and/or certificate to ensure all requirements have been met.  If so, your degree and/or certificate will be posted to your transcript at that time.  The diplomas will be mailed to your address in mid-July.  If you need to change your mailing address please send written notification to:
                           Admissions and Records Evaluations
                           Cuyamaca College
                           900 Rancho San Diego Parkway
                           El Cajon, CA  92019

Campus Contacts:

Congratulations!

We are pleased to welcome you to our Alumni community and invite you to join our Cuyamaca College Foundation.  This prestigious organization is dedicated to serving the students of Cuyamaca College and is the major fundraising entity supporting our institution.  For further information on this organization and how you can volunteer or otherwise contribute, please visit our Foundation website.