{"id":2896,"date":"2024-12-12T06:04:10","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T14:04:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/?page_id=2896"},"modified":"2026-03-18T14:27:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T21:27:54","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-da1542c4\">\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b8ea20bb gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc47554a gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ee2ed113 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ee2ed113\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What is the difference between &#8220;Applying to Graduate&#8221; and &#8220;Registering for Commencement&#8221;?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-691e05dd\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-691e05dd\">\n\n<p><strong>Applying to Graduate vs. Applying for Commencement \u2013 What YOU need to KNOW!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>\ud83c\udf93&nbsp;Applying to Graduate<\/strong><br>This is the&nbsp;<strong>official academic process<\/strong>&nbsp;where a student requests to be evaluated for degree completion.<br><strong>Purpose<\/strong>: To confirm that you\u2019ve met all the academic requirements for your degree (credits, GPA, major\/minor requirements, etc.).<br><strong>What it triggers<\/strong>:<br>A formal review of your academic record.<br>The awarding of your degree (if all requirements are met).<br>Being listed in the official Commencement Program.<br>Your diploma being processed and mailed.<br><strong>Important to know<\/strong>: You can graduate without participating in the commencement ceremony.<br><strong>Go to<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/records-and-registration\/apply-to-graduate\/\">https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/records-and-registration\/apply-to-graduate\/<\/a><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf89&nbsp;<a>Applying for Commencement<\/a><\/strong><br>This is the&nbsp;<strong>event registration process<\/strong>&nbsp;for <strong><u>walking in the graduation ceremony<\/u><\/strong>.<br><strong>Purpose<\/strong>: To participate in the public celebration of your achievement.<br><strong>What it includes<\/strong>:<br>Ordering your cap and gown.<br>Registering for your specific commencement ceremony.<br>Getting tickets for guests.<br><strong>Important to know<\/strong>: You can attend the ceremony even if your degree hasn\u2019t been officially conferred yet (depending on university policy).<br><strong>Go to<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/\">https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/<\/a><br><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><br><strong>\u274c Common Mistakes When Applying to Graduate<\/strong>:<br><strong>Missing the Deadline<\/strong><br>Many students assume they\u2019ll be automatically graduated. You <strong><em><u>must<\/u><\/em><\/strong> apply by the posted deadline.<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Set a calendar reminder early in the term.<br><strong>Not Checking Degree Requirements<\/strong><br>Students sometimes apply without confirming they\u2019ve met all academic requirements (e.g., GPA, credits, major\/minor courses).<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Meet with your academic advisor before applying.<br><strong>Assuming Graduation = Ceremony<\/strong><br>Applying to graduate does <strong><em><u>not<\/u><\/em><\/strong> mean you\u2019re signed up for the ceremony.<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Complete both applications if you want to walk.<br><strong>Incorrect Diploma Information<\/strong><br>Typos in your name or wrong mailing address can delay or misdirect your diploma.<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Double-check your student profile and diploma name entry.<br><br><strong>\u274c Common Mistakes When Applying for Commencement<\/strong><br><strong>Thinking It\u2019s Required<\/strong><br>Some students stress about attending, but the ceremony is optional.<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Choose what\u2019s meaningful for you\u2014celebration or just the credential.<br><strong>Waiting Too Long to Order Regalia<\/strong><br>Caps and gowns can sell out or incur late fees.<br>Visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/eaglestore.ewu.edu\/home\">https:\/\/eaglestore.ewu.edu\/home<\/a> for complete ordering information<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Order early to avoid stress and extra costs.<br><strong>Guest Ticketing Process<\/strong><br>EWU limits the number of tickets allowed, and late requests may not be honored.<br>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/promotions\/EWUCOMMENCEMENT26\">https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/promotions\/EWUCOMMENCEMENT26<\/a><br>Your tickets can be transferred through your goeags.evenue.net&nbsp;account.<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Apply early and communicate with family about ticket needs.<br><strong>Assuming You Can Walk Without Approval<\/strong><br>Some universities require you to be within a certain number of credits to participate.<br>This year\u2019s ceremonies will honor graduates from Fall 2025 through Summer 2026. Students who are graduating in Fall 2026 are welcome to attend, but please note that your name will not be in the program until next year.<br>\u2705 <em>Tip<\/em>: Check your school\u2019s policy on \u201cwalking early\u201d or \u201cin absentia.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0f022ed6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-dbda09b1 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-dbda09b1\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Who participates in the May Semester Commencement Ceremony?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-00b0c2a3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-00b0c2a3\">\n\n<p>The May Semester Commencement Ceremony is for the <strong>College of Health Science and Public Health\u2019s semester-based programs<\/strong>. Programs represented at the ceremony include graduates from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Communication Sciences and Disorders \u2013 BA, MA, PB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental Hygiene \u2013 BS, Health Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nursing \u2013 BSN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Occupational Therapy \u2013 MOT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phsical Therapy \u2013 DPT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please email <a href=\"mailto:chsph@ewu.edu\">chsph@ewu.edu<\/a> for degree and graduation requirement questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Still not sure which ceremony you should attend? Use the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/degree-program-lookup\/\">Degree Lookup Tool<\/a><\/strong> to find out which ceremony your degree is in!<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-25d6b18c gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-58451a4d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-58451a4d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">I&#8217;m on the Quarter System. Which June Commencement Ceremony should I attend?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d65aea4f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d65aea4f\">\n\n<p>EWU will host Quarter Based Program commencement ceremonies on <strong>Friday, June 12<sup>th<\/sup> and Saturday, June 13<sup>th<\/sup>, 2026 at Reese Court in Cheney, WA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday, June 12, 2026, Ceremonies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9:00AM<\/strong> \u2013 College of Professional Programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>School of Psychology and School of Social Work<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1:00PM<\/strong> \u2013 College of Professional Programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>School of Business and School of Professional Accounting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5:00PM<\/strong> \u2013 College of Professional Programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>School of Education, Interdisciplinary Studies and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Organizational Leadership<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Questions? Email <a href=\"mailto:cpp@ewu.edu\">cpp@ewu.edu<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<strong>Saturday, June 13, 2026, Ceremonies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9:00AM<\/strong> \u2013 College of Health Science and Public Health<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Email <a href=\"mailto:chsph@ewu.edu\">chsph@ewu.edu<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1:00PM<\/strong> &#8211; College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email <a href=\"mailto:cstem@ewu.edu\">cstem@ewu.edu<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5:00PM<\/strong> \u2013 College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email <a href=\"mailto:cahss@ewu.edu\">cahss@ewu.edu<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not sure which college a graduate is from? Please use the&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/home\/degree-program-lookup\/\"><strong>Degree Lookup Tool<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;to find the student\u2019s degree program of study.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c80752bc gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3768d5e7 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3768d5e7\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Who is eligible to participate in Commencement?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-72a5b923\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-72a5b923\">\n\n<p>This year&#8217;s ceremonies will honor graduates from Fall 2025 through Summer 2026. Students who are graduating in Fall 2026 are welcome to attend, but please note that your name will not be in the program until next year.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-70573b81 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-0780060a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-0780060a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where can I Register for the May Semester Commencement Ceremony?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e13788ad\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e13788ad\">\n\n<p>For Complete Information, and to Register, please visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/health-science\/\">https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/health-science\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-352e12c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4ccf63e7 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-4ccf63e7\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where can I Register for the June Commencement Ceremony? What if I have a dual Major with two different colleges?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-7225d514\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7225d514\">\n\n<p><strong>For Complete Information, and to Register, please visit<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/juneceremony\/\"><strong>https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/juneceremony\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>What if I have a dual Major with two different colleges?<\/strong> Regarding your request, please note that we are unable to announce multiple majors during a single ceremony. Each student\u2019s announcement is limited to the degree associated with that specific College&#8217;s ceremony. However, because your majors fall under two different Colleges, you are eligible to participate in both ceremonies if you wish. To move forward, please follow these steps:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Register: Please register for one of the ceremonies via the commencement portal.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Notify us: Email us at cpp@ewu.edu, chsph@ewu.edu, cstem@ewu.edu or cahss@ewu.edu to let us know which ceremony you have registered for, and we will get you set up for the second ceremony.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Tickets: Please go to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgoeags.evenue.net%2Fpromotions%2FEWUCOMMENCEMENT26&amp;data=05%7C02%7Crdavis10%40ewu.edu%7C7afbb587e3834d373bb108de5948f1e1%7Ccbb8585a58be4c67a9e8aa46ea967bb1%7C0%7C0%7C639046366988842887%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=QjaYV3LIPLXHJDBAUUYy9bI%2BYcm7dzqD%2Fsmh1pTK%2B7k%3D&amp;reserved=0\">https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/promotions\/EWUCOMMENCEMENT26<\/a> <\/strong>where you will be able to \u201cpurchase\u201d the free tickets to your other &nbsp;ceremony. You will be asked to sign into your EWU ticket account at the time of purchase.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Regarding the diploma covers, one is distributed per student per ceremony. If you choose to walk in both ceremonies, you will receive a cover at each.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-67ec2df9 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3169140e gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3169140e\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Are Tickets Required for family and friends to attend the Commencement Ceremony?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-40c08d79\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-40c08d79\">\n\n<p>For the <strong>May<\/strong> Semester Commencement Ceremony <strong>Tickets are<\/strong> <strong><u>not required<\/u><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the <strong>June<\/strong> Commencement Ceremonies <strong>Tickets<\/strong> <strong><u>WILL BE REQUIRED<\/u><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you register for commencement you will receive a confirmation email with instructions and a link to \u201cpurchase\u201d Up To 8 FREE tickets for family and friends for your specific ceremony. Children attending the ceremony do need a ticket if they take up a seat. Seating and parking will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-68c89ea2 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4007e12d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-4007e12d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">How do I get Tickets? And how do I Transfer Tickets to family and friends?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-fdfffb2a\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fdfffb2a\">\n\n<p>Once you have registered for your Commencement Ceremony you will receive this confirmation email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IMPORTANT TICKET ORDERING INFORMATION:<\/strong> register via your EWU email address, regarding how to &#8220;purchase&#8221; your FREE TICKETS (based on space availability) to your individual Commencement Ceremony for family and friends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/promotions\/EWUCOMMENCEMENT26\">https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/promotions\/EWUCOMMENCEMENT26<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please purchase your tickets as soon as you can (reminder you are only allowed up to 8 tickets). <strong>Those requesting more than 8 tickets would need to email <a href=\"mailto:commencement@ewu.edu\">commencement@ewu.edu<\/a> with the<\/strong> <strong>ceremony information and number of extra tickets you are requesting<\/strong>. Tickets would be allocated on a space available basis approximately 2 weeks prior to ceremonies. All tickets will only be &#8220;sold&#8221; on a space availability basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are having trouble accessing your tickets please email the EWU Ticket Booth at <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:tickets@ewu.edu\"><strong>tickets@ewu.edu<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Details about about the ceremony can be found at <a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/\">https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any specific question please ask your College Admin or email us at commencement@ewu.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please take a moment to review some quick information regarding ticket transfers for EWU Commencement this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your tickets this year can be transferred through your goeags.evenue.net&nbsp;account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To access this feature, simply go to the login page, at the following link :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/www\/ev_twewu\/ss\/evenue\/?p=1#MyAccount?siteId=ev_twewu&amp;locale=en_US&amp;linkID=twewu\">https:\/\/goeags.evenue.net\/www\/ev_twewu\/ss\/evenue\/?p=1#MyAccount?siteId=ev_twewu&amp;locale=en_US&amp;linkID=twewu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There, login to your account and click on the &#8220;transfer&#8221; tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the &#8220;transfer&#8221; tab, you or anyone who has access to your account will be able to select and send tickets digitally to anyone you would like. You can send these tickets to either an email address or a phone number. Simply select the tickets you would like to transfer and then input the information for the person who you&#8217;d like to&nbsp;transfer them to.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2d6a342a gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3c3eb39a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3c3eb39a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What do I wear and how do I order my Cap and Gown? What is Grad Fair?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d390b79a\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d390b79a\">\n\n<p><strong>What to wear:<\/strong> All graduates participating in the ceremonies are expected to wear the appropriate academic cap and gown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/eaglestore.ewu.edu\/home\">EWU Eagle Store<\/a> carries all of your regalia needs in-store and online (including caps, gowns, tassels, hoods, honor cords, stoles, and more!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grad Fair<\/strong> is a time for graduating students to celebrate their achievements, explore package deals on regalia and get answers to commencement questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Eagle Store Grad Fair Kick-Off Events will be held:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grad Fair \u2013 Spokane Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Date: February 24-25, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time: 10:00 AM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Catalyst Building, 1st Floor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grad Fair \u2013 Cheney Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dates: April 13-14, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time: 9:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: EWU Eagle Store (Pence Union Building)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/honors-at-graduation-2\/\">Bachelor\u2019s Students<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please arrive already dressed in your black cap and gown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tassel:<\/strong> During the ceremony, wear your tassel over your <mark style=\"background-color:#E0E0E0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">RIGHT<\/mark> eye. At the end of the ceremony, you will be directed to move the tassel from right to left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stoles (Optional):<\/strong> If you have purchased an honorary stole (e.g. the red stole of gratitude, the red and white 1st generation stole, or one of the armed forces branch stoles), please wear the stole around your shoulders with the center point at the base of your neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Honor Cords (If Applicable):<\/strong> If you have met the requirements and are eligible to wear an honor cord, please wear the cord around your shoulders with the center point at the base of your neck. If you are wearing a stole, please wear your honors cord on top of the stole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/honors-at-graduation-2\/\">Honor Cord Requirements<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Master\u2019s Students<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please arrive already dressed in your black cap and gown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tassel:<\/strong> During the ceremony, wear your tassel over your <mark style=\"background-color:#E0E0E0\" class=\"has-inline-color\">LEFT<\/mark> eye. You will not move your tassel during the ceremony. Master candidate tassels match the same color as the hood worn. Doctorate candidate tassels will be Old Gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hoods:<\/strong> Master\u2019s and Doctoral students should have a velvet hood in a color that corresponds to their area of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Master\u2019s Students:<\/strong> Please carry your hood into the venue instead of wearing it upon arrival. Faculty and staff will help you put on the hood during graduate lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Doctoral Students:<\/strong> Please carry your hood into the venue instead of wearing it upon arrival. <strong>All Doctoral students will be hooded on stage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I decorate my cap?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can certainly decorate your cap!<\/strong> We love to see your creativity in action. Please refrain from using any offensive language, sayings, nicknames, pictures, or lyrics on your cap. Also, please make sure your decorations lay flat on the cap and will not impede the view of your fellow graduates.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-53ecac10 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8745f998 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8745f998\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What Should I Expect on Commencement Day? How will my name be read?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-cb559a5f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cb559a5f\">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/in.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/136\/2024\/09\/Commencement-Parking-Entrances.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>When You Arrive<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GRADUATE ENTRANCE: <\/strong>All <strong>Graduates<\/strong> should use the<strong> Grad Entrance.<\/strong> Only <strong>Graduates<\/strong> are allowed into the line-up areas as well as seating on the floor. Once inside you will check-in and be directed to the line-up area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GUEST ENTRANCE: <\/strong>All<strong> Guests <\/strong>should use the<strong> Main Entrance.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*Please remember to leave all food, drink, hangers, purses, strollers, etc. in your vehicle.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/136\/2024\/09\/Commencement-Parking-Entrances.pdf\">Venue Map<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GRADUATE LINEUP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please follow staff directions to your correct lineup area. Remember to arrive early so that you have time to line up with your fellow graduates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ANNOUNCING YOUR NAME<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At check-in you will receive a pre-printed white card and yellow card with your name on it. On the white card it will ask for any phonetic pronunciation of your name and there will be areas for you to fill those out. These are the cards you will hand to the reader as you cross the stage. During the ceremony, staff will instruct each row to stand and head to the stage during the ceremony. <strong>Bring both cards with you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>YELLOW<\/strong> card is your photo card. It is important to fill out this card for the photographers to match your picture with your name. You will hand this card to the photo assistant when you get you picture taken prior to going on stage. There is no obligation to purchase photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>WHITE<\/strong> card is your name card. Please clearly write your name on the card as you prefer it to be read and provide a phonetic spelling if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will hand this card directly to the <strong>Reader<\/strong> when you get to the top of the stairs leading onto the stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After crossing the stage and receiving your diploma cover (Photographers will also take your picture here receiving your diploma cover), please return to your seat until the end of the ceremony.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0fdc2d21 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-5461d3ad gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-5461d3ad\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">I am a SEMESTER student graduating this year. Can I participate in both the May and June CHSPH Ceremonies?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-f2343b63\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f2343b63\">\n\n<p>Absolutely! Please remember to <strong>Register<\/strong> to attend both ceremonies.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b1b486e7 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-7376aca4 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-7376aca4\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">I am a QUARTER student graduating this year. Can I participate in both the May and June Ceremonies?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-360a1af1\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-360a1af1\">\n\n<p>No. The May ceremony is for semester-based degree programs only.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-17a43e44 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-e9e9a8cb gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-e9e9a8cb\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What items are allowed, or not allowed, to bring into Reese Court?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-4c8c02ec\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4c8c02ec\">\n\n<p><strong>Reese Court Security Procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All guests attending any of the Commencement Ceremonies at Reese Court will be subject to a <strong>CLEAR BAG POLICY<\/strong> that is subject to search. Diaper bags, medical bags, others are allowed but ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-No outside food is allowed in the venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Bring only essential items needed for the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Leave ALL weapons at home. Weapons may include firearms, pocket knives, pepper spray, and wallet chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-If you bring a camera other than your mobile device, please ensure that it fits within your front pants pocket. No detachable lens cameras will be permitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-No balloons are allowed inside of the venue.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-dc2ce490 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-d917b77e gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-d917b77e\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">When should I arrive? What time will doors open to the public?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-bbdc7002\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bbdc7002\">\n\n<p><strong>When to Arrive:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EWU will host the commencement ceremony for the Semester Programs of the College of Health Science and Public Health on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:30am at Reese Court in Cheney, WA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8:30AM<\/strong> \u2013 Main Doors Open and Graduate Line-Up in the P.E. Activities Building. <strong>9:30AM Ceremony<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EWU will host separate Quarter Program commencement ceremonies on <strong>Friday, June 12th and Saturday, June 13th, 2026<\/strong> at Reese Court in Cheney, WA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9:00AM Ceremonies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -7:45AM Graduate Line Up in Jim Thorpe Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -7:45AM Main Doors Open<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1:00PM Ceremonies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -11:45AM Graduate Line Up in Jim Thorpe Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -11:45AM Main Doors Open<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5:00PM Ceremonies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -3:45PM Graduate Line Up in Jim Thorpe Fieldhouse<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -3:45PM Main Doors Open<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5de1bab3 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-fcf768bd gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-fcf768bd\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where should I and\/or my guests park?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-8ab3b007\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8ab3b007\">\n\n<p><strong>Click below for parking information.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/in.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/136\/2024\/09\/Commencement-Parking-Entrances.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Parking &amp; Venue Maps<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-71118540 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ab4057c2 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ab4057c2\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What if I need special Accommodations and is there an ADA access map? What if my guests need accomodations?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-ad70cbfd\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ad70cbfd\">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/in.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/136\/2024\/09\/Commencement-Parking-Entrances.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Accommodations<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be conducted during the ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students needing accommodations to participate in the graduation ceremonies should contact EWU Student Accommodations and Support Services (SASS) at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:sass@ewu.edu\"><strong>sass@ewu.edu<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;or 509.359.6871 at least a week prior to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you need assistance on Commencement Day, please connect with any staff member.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are multiple ADA seating areas for your guests on the concourse level of Reese Court. We cannot reserve any seating so please plan on your guests arriving as early as possible to secure seating. ADA parking and accessible venue entrance is highlighted on the Parking Maps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/in.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/136\/2024\/09\/Commencement-Parking-Entrances.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Parking &amp; Venue Maps<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/?page_id=2718\"><strong>Click Here For ADA Parking Accommodations<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9f22d541 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-63e0b962 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-63e0b962\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What is the process for Leaving the Ceremony and Where do I Meet my Family &amp; Guests afterwards?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e913ee9c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e913ee9c\">\n\n<p><strong>LEAVING THE CEREMONY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the ceremony, please wait to be released. The Platform Party will descend the stage and recess down the center aisle, followed by the faculty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When directed, please follow commencement staff directions and exit the building via the ramp on the east side of Reese Court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where do I meet my guests\/graduates after the ceremony?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the ceremony ends, you will<strong> NOT<\/strong> be able to reunite with your guests\/graduates inside the venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instead, please exit the building as directed by staff and meet your guests outside of Reese Court. Roos Field will be available for photo opportunities!!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Once you have reunited, please return to your vehicles to allow for the arrival of guests for the next ceremony.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0645fa9d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-6e6e8479 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-6e6e8479\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What is Senior Send-Off?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-9f1b84b9\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9f1b84b9\">\n\n<p>The EWU Alumni Association\u2019s annual <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/annual-senior-send-off\/\">Senior Send-Off Event<\/a><\/strong> is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 2-4 PM. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/eaglesync.ewu.edu\/admin\/rsvp_boot?id=490373\">Please register<\/a><\/strong> and join your fellow Eags on the lawn of Showalter Hall for a ceremonial walk back through the Herculean Pillars, music, Eagle4Life swag, cap decorating, and more!<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0b97161d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-6a92a362 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-6a92a362\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Will there be Professional Photography &amp; Livestream Availability?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e1cdcd44\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e1cdcd44\">\n\n<p>Professional Photography &amp; Livestream Video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A professional photographer will take at least one picture of each graduate as they receive their diploma cover. Graduates will be photographed with no obligation to purchase. Photos will be available for purchase through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gradphotos.biz\/\">After Image Visual Services<\/a><\/strong>. Please visit their website 2-3 days after the ceremony to view a proof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those unable to attend the celebration, the ceremony will be streamed live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Links to the livestream will be available on the morning of commencement day.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cb5d8761 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-bc05ad80 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-bc05ad80\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">How can I Order Flowers for the Graduate?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-5a34e8a0\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5a34e8a0\">\n\n<p>You can now&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecommencementgroup.com\/easternwashington\/\">pre-order leis and flower bouquets<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;from The Commencement Group for your graduate! All online orders will be available for pickup on Commencement Day at the ceremony venue.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f54be35f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-634ed824 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-634ed824\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">When will I get my diploma in the mail and what is included on my diploma?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-763a1df5\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-763a1df5\">\n\n<p>Diplomas are <strong>not<\/strong> distributed at commencement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After verification that all degree requirements have been completed, undergraduate diplomas will be mailed from the Registrar&#8217;s Office approximately six weeks after the end of the term. Graduate diplomas will be mailed from the Graduate Programs Office approximately six weeks after graduation. Your diploma includes your name, the Degree Name, Major and Date of Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a change of address, please update your Diploma Mailing Address on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/eaglenet.ewu.edu\/\"><strong>EagleNET<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;immediately!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that your diploma will not be mailed until all financial obligations are cleared with the university.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0706c784 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-49aac89b gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-49aac89b\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What Hotels are in the area?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-25687523\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-25687523\">\n\n<p>This information will be updated soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Applying to Graduate vs. Applying for Commencement \u2013 What YOU need to KNOW! \ud83c\udf93&nbsp;Applying to GraduateThis is the&nbsp;official academic process&nbsp;where a student requests to be evaluated for degree completion.Purpose: To confirm that you\u2019ve met all the academic requirements for your degree (credits, GPA, major\/minor requirements, etc.).What it triggers:A formal review of your academic record.The awarding &#8230; <a title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/frequently-asked-questions\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Frequently Asked Questions\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"wpo365_audiences":[],"wpo365_private":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2896","page","type-page","status-publish"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2896"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2896"}],"version-history":[{"count":25,"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2896\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3128,"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2896\/revisions\/3128"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/inside.ewu.edu\/commencement\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2896"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}