The semi-annual Countdown to Commencement is scheduled for 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. both days in the Don Morris Room of the Memorial Student Center. The event is hosted each year by Student Affairs in preparation for commencement exercises and offers graduates the opportunity to engage with campus administrative offices in a central location.
A virtual Countdown to Commencement will also be offered at noon on Thursday, March 14. Eligible students graduating from an online program will receive an invitation.
The in-person Countdown to Commencement allows students to write thank you cards, decorate their cap and enjoy refreshments while preparing for commencement. Students who receive a stamp from each table will be entered for a drawing to win a diploma frame from Josten’s.
The following services are available at Countdown to Commencement:
Alumni Relations: Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! We welcome you as our newest members of the Marshall University Alumni Association. Visit our table to learn about how we can help you after graduation. Check us out at formarshallu.org.
College of Education and Professional Development: Are you interested in pursuing your next steps at Marshall? We offer Graduate Education that fits your life!
Graduate Studies: Take your education to the next level. Learn about the numerous master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs Marshall offers. A graduate admissions counselor will be available to discuss Marshall University graduate programs and assist you with the admission process.
Office of Intercultural Affairs: Congratulations, graduates! All Intercultural Graduates are encouraged to stop by for information regarding all cultural graduations and stoles; those include The Center for African American Students, Donning of the Kente Graduation Celebration for Kente stoles, The LGBTQ+ Office’s lavender and rainbow cords for LGBTQ+ and ally students, and Hispanic/Latinx stoles and country pins.
Global Education: International students can talk with university officials about their F-1 and J-1 status and receive up-to-date information on current immigration regulations pertaining to the completion of their degree in the U.S. International students and students who studied abroad can sign up for Global Education Graduation.
Jostens: Purchase your class ring of 2024… The Diploma You Can Wear! Save $150 on your Marshall ring at the event. Order your personalized graduation announcements and get free shipping on the packages if you also attend the event!
GradImages: Photographers will be taking cap and gown portraits at the event. There is no sitting fee and no obligation to purchase.
Lewis College of Business: Prospective graduates are encouraged to stop by to celebrate their success and receive information about the Brad D. Smith Graduate School of Business master’s degree programs – MBA, Accountancy, Health Care Administration, Health Informatics, Human Resource Management, and Information Systems, and Sport Administration.
Marshall Online: Connect with a team member from Marshall Online to learn more about continuing your education in one of Marshall’s online programs. Also, if you are completing your degree in one of Marshall’s approved online programs, check with the representative about getting the brand-new Marshall Online graduation cord.
Marshall University Bookstore: Measure and purchase your cap and gown, tassel, diploma frames, class rings, graduation announcements, and more! We will be offering 10% off diploma frames during the two-day event.
Marshall University Foundation: Stop by to sign the Class of 2024 banner displayed at your graduation and pick up your class pin.
Office of Student Financial Assistance: Find information about the exit counseling process and student loan repayment.
Office of the Bursar: Talk with staff about student account information, holds, and balances.
Office of Career Education: Let the Office of Career Education know your post-graduation plans and help you along your career path. Stop by to learn more about Handshake and to activate your account. We dedicate much time to ensuring that Handshake can help all students find great jobs. Information and support will be available on job-related questions, resume assistance, LinkedIn, and more.
Registrar’s Office: Verify graduation status, name format, and address for mailing diploma; confirm Commencement participation; obtain Commencement instructions; receive recognition cords for military service or ROTC; bachelor’s and associate degree honor graduates may pick up honor cords and tassels; and report any special needs or concerns related to the event. registrar@marshall.edu
This year’s Spring Commencement ceremonies are scheduled for 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday, April 27 at Marshall Health Network Arena. The Countdown to Commencement event is open to all Spring graduates.
For more information about commencement, visit www.marshall.edu/commencement.