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Day-of Timeline
The timelines below are approximations of Commencement Day. This page will note approximate timelines for both May and December Commencement.
December Commencement Timeline
May Commencement Timeline
| Time | Action | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hour before your ceremony | You and your guests will park in Lots X, Y, Z, C or F. Graduates will enter the Mangrum
Track and Field through the same entrance as guests. Once graduates enter the Mangrum
Track and Field, they will walk towards the stage to the softball field. Have your
GradPass ready to scan. Each guest should have their ticket readily accessible. |
Mangrum Track & Field |
| 45 minutes before | Dress in your cap, gown, tassel. Visit the restroom. Grab a drink of water and make sure to put sunblock. | Softball Field |
| 30 minutes before | Find your major in the line-up area. Take photos with fellow grads! | Softball Field |
| 15 minutes before | Line up with your major, have your GradPass ready to scan. | Softball Field |
| Ceremony start time | Follow the direction of Commencement staff toward the Mangrum Track & Field. | Mangrum Track & Field |
December Commencement Timeline
| Time | Action | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hour before your ceremony | You and your guests will park in Lots X, Y, Z, C or F. Graduates will enter the Mangrum
Track and Field through the same entrance as guests. Once graduates enter the Mangrum
Track and Field, they will walk towards the stage to the softball field. Have your
GradPass ready to scan. Each guest should have their ticket readily accessible. |
Mangrum Track & Field |
| 45 minutes before | Dress in your cap, gown, tassel. Visit the restroom. Grab a drink of water and make sure to put sunblock. | Softball Field |
| 30 minutes before | Find your major in the line-up area. Take photos with fellow grads! | Softball Field |
| 15 minutes before | Line up with your major, have your GradPass ready to scan. | Softball Field |
| Ceremony start time | Follow the direction of Commencement staff toward the Mangrum Track & Field. | Mangrum Track & Field |
Important Reminders
The May ceremony will last approximately 2 hours (2.5 - 3 hours for CHABSS 2), which is an estimate based on past ceremonies. December ceremonies will be about an hour long. Please be courteous to your classmates and stay for the duration of the ceremony.
A professional photographer will take your photo on the stage at the ceremony. They will contact you via your @CSUSM email after the ceremony with your photo proofs within 36 hours after the last ceremony of commencement. If you do not receive your proof, you may email DiFranco Photography.
Designate a meeting area with your guests before the ceremony begins. You may use the CSUSM interactive map to determine a proper location to meet your guests. Allow 1 hour to exit the venue and parking lots.
You will receive a diploma cover at the ceremony. Your actual diploma will be mailed to you 10-12 weeks after the ceremony. Questions regarding your diploma should be directed to the Office of the Registrar. The Commencement Office does not distribute diplomas.