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Commencement

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University Bookstore

The University Bookstore is pleased to serve as the University’s official academic regalia provider for all graduates and participating faculty. The University Store will be on hand at GradFest, and at all of the commencement ceremonies so graduates and guests may purchase regalia items, diploma frames, Alumni products and gift items. For regalia pricing and information on ordering announcements and class rings, please visit www.csusmbookstore.com or call (760) 750-4737.

Alumni Association

Stay connected to Cal State San Marcos after graduation by becoming a member of the CSUSM Alumni Association! Get the Class Champion alumni membership package only available to the Class of 2023. This exclusive package is available for purchase online through February 23, or while supplies last. The package also includes a gift to the Student Philanthropy Scholarship; a donor cord to wear at commencement; and an alumni branded reusable tote, t-shirt, license plate frame, key chain, and car flag, while supplies last. As a bonus gift, we have added a professional head shot which will be scheduled with our on-staff photographer. Class Champion membership costs only $60 – which is a savings of $200! Your custom membership package will be available for pick up at Grad Fest.

Visit the Alumni Association Website for more information!

Jostens

Jostens is a leading provider of products and services that help people celebrate important moments and recognize achievements. Jostens representatives will be present at GradFest to assist students with purchasing class rings, announcements and graduation Regalia. In addition, there will also be a representative on campus throughout the spring semester and at all commencement ceremonies selling class rings. For any questions regarding a Graduation Regalia please contact the CSUSM Bookstore, for Class Ring and Announcement information please contact Jamie Freeze at jamie.freeze@jostens.com. 

diFranco Photography

diFranco Photography will be taking professional photos during GradFest and the commencement ceremonies. At GradFest, you will have the opportunity to sit for your official regalia portrait with no sitting fee and no obligation to purchase. At commencement photographs will be taken of each graduate. You will have the option of ordering from a variety of packages, however, there is no obligation to purchase. For more information or questions email: info@difrancophoto.com. www.difrancophoto.com

The Commencement Group - Flowers & Leis

The Commencement Group offers orchid leis and modern fresh flower arrangements for graduate gift giving. All The Commencement Group bouquets are wrapped in elegant, environmentally friendly wrappings, and last at least a week.  Orchid leis are offered as a wearable floral alternative that looks great in graduation photos. Products are available for pre-order or purchase on-site on commencement day. Check The Commencement Group Website for pricing. 

Cougar Chronicle - Grad Features

CSUSM's independent student-run newspaper, The Cougar Chronicle, is pleased to offer the opportunity to purchase announcements in our Graduation issue. Celebrate your graduate’s hard work and dedication with a message that will be shared with the entire campus community. The Cougar Chronicle Graduation issue will be handed out at Commencement and distributed on campus the week of finals. Don’t miss this opportunity to acknowledge your student's success in the keepsake Graduation edition.