Candidate Instructions
Candidate Instructions
Congratulations Candidate!
Commencement is a special time to celebrate your academic achievements. To ensure an amazing experience, please review the following carefully.
Checking In at Commencement
Arrive
Arrive one hour prior to the start of your ceremony; your cap and gown must be carried and not worn until you enter the University Events Center.
After Arriving
Check in.
Receive
Receive your reader card, academic honor cords (if applicable), diploma cover, commencement program, and proceed to be seated.
Keep In Mind
Please always keep your reader card in hand during the ceremony
Bring Your ID
Graduates do not need a ticket, but need to present an acceptable form of ID
Including:
• TXST student ID
• Driver’s license
• Government-issued ID
Ceremony Procedures
Processional
Graduates will be seated by level (doctoral, master's, or bachelor's), not by college, alphabet, or honors designation.
Diploma Presentations
After degrees are conferred, graduates will have their name called, shake hands with President Damphousse, and have a photo taken. Diplomas will be mailed later
Recessional
After the Alma Mater, graduates will exit the arena to Sewell Park. Plan to meet family and friends outside the University Events Center near Sewell Park.
What to Bring
Please review the list of allowed and prohibited items.
Reader Cards
At check-in, you'll get a reader card with your name. Keep it with you during the ceremony and hand it to the Commencement Reader when approaching the stage.
Cap and Gown
Graduates must wear Texas State regalia from the bookstore or Herff Jones. There's no dress code, but dress for photos. Comfortable shoes are recommended.