College of Business Graduation 2024

Friday, June 14, 2024

College of Business
Graduation 2024

Congratulations
College of Business Class of 2024

The 2024 College of Business Graduation Ceremonies will take place on Friday, June 14, 2024. Registration for participating is required.

The information on this page is for participating in the OSU College of Business major-specific ceremonies only. For information on University Commencement in Reser Stadium on Saturday, June 15, please visit the OSU Commencement website.

Undergraduate Ceremonies

Where: Austin Hall Quad on the OSU Corvallis Campus

The ceremonies are free to attend, but registration is required.

Registering for the College of Business Ceremonies does NOT register you for OSU Commencement.

All graduating seniors are expected to check in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.

9:00am | School of Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems
11:30am | School of Marketing, Analytics, and Design
2:00pm | School of Management, Entrepreneurship, and Supply Chain
4:00pm | Business Administration Ceremony

Undergraduate FAQ Sheet

Graduate (MBA & MSB) Recognition Ceremony

Where: Austin Hall on the OSU Corvallis Campus (exact location to be announced)

The ceremonies are free to attend, but registration is required.

Registering for the College of Business Ceremonies does NOT register you for OSU Commencement.

6:00pm:
Graduate Recognition Ceremony, Austin Hall, OSU Corvallis Campus
Graduates expected to check in at 5:15pm
7:00pm:
Graduate Celebration and Reception Austin Hall, OSU Corvallis Campus

Registration Deadline: May 24, 2024 at 5:00pm

Graduate FAQ Sheet

Undergraduate FAQs

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Different

How is the College of Business Graduation Ceremony different from the OSU Commencement?

The College of Business Graduation Ceremonies and OSU Commencement at Reser Stadium are very different experiences. The College of Business Ceremonies are organized by school, and much smaller than the one in Reser, which allows the College the opportunity to be more personalized, read the names of each graduate in attendance and to give graduates a graduation gift in the form of a College of Business stole. Graduates (other than Masters and Ph.D. candidates) will NOT have their names read at Commencement in Reser Stadium on June 15. For this reason, some graduates and their families prefer the College of Business ceremony as it feels more intimate and graduates’ names are read aloud.

However, Commencement in Reser Stadium delivers the wonderful sense of “pomp and circumstance” that one may expect from a university as large as OSU, and diplomas are also handed out at Commencement. Graduates are invited and welcome to attend either or both ceremonies as they choose, but should be aware of the differences.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Ceremony

If I register for Commencement, can I just come to the College of Business ceremony?

You must register separately for each ceremony that you would like to attend. Registering only for OSU Commencement does not register you for the College of Business Ceremony, and registering only for the College of Business Ceremony does not register you to walk in Commencement. You are welcome to attend both, but you must register separately for both.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Dress Code

What is the dress code? Do I need to wear regalia/cap and gown?

Although there is no real dress code, many graduates and guests choose to dress up for this special day. We suggest Business Casual attire, and encourage you to consider how you want to look in photos from your graduation day. Regalia (cap and gown) is optional, but you are welcome to wear it - about 60% of the students who attend Business Graduation choose to wear their cap and gown. Students can purchase regalia from the OSU Beaver Store. There will be a Grad Fair at the Beaver Store on Tuesday, April 16 and Wednesday, April 17. Students can email customer.service@osubeaverstore.com or call 800-595-0357 for details.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Expect Ceremony

What should I expect at the graduation ceremony?

Graduates will be seated in the center row of chairs in the Memorial Union Quad, and guest seating is first-come, first-served in all other seats. Following a faculty processional, we'll hear from the Dean of the College of Business. Some programs will have keynote speakers and some majors will be giving out student awards. Following speakers and awards, graduate names will be called individually and graduates will walk across stage to receive a graduation gift, a College of Business stole.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Diploma Cant Attend

Can I get my diploma at the College of Business Ceremony if I can't attend Commencement?

Please contact the Office of the Registrar with any questions about diplomas, as those are handled by the university itself and not the College of Business. The only thing given out at the College of Business Ceremonies will be a gift from the College, a graduation stole. Spring graduates who are not attending Commencement will be able to order their diplomas after spring degrees have been conferred. Emails will be sent to graduates’ OSU email accounts with instructions on how to order.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Stole

How do I get a stole?

In order to receive a stole, you must register for and attend the appropriate Graduation Ceremony for your major. When you register for the ceremony, an order will be placed for your graduation stole and you will be presented with your stole at the graduation ceremony. You must attend a ceremony in person in order to receive a stole.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Double Major

What if I'm a double major?

You are welcome to attend both major ceremonies if you would like. Please register for both ceremonies in order to indicate your attendance. If you attend two ceremonies, you will receive only one stole.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Which Ceremony

Which ceremony should I attend if I'm an Innovation Management or Hospitality Management major?

The Innovation Management and Hospitality Management majors fall under the Business Administration program, so please register for the 4:00pm Business Administration ceremony.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad time conflict

What if I can't attend my major-specific ceremony due to a time conflict?

You're welcome to attend the Business Administration ceremony at 4:00pm. Please register under this time slot to let us know.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Stole

What if I'm unable to attend my graduation ceremony, but want a stole?

Graduation stoles are designed for graduating seniors who attend the Graduation Ceremonies in person. You must attend the ceremony in order to receive your stole as they are a gift for those who attend. Thank you for understanding.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Stole Early

Can I get my stole early so I can take graduation photos?

You can absolutely borrow one! Loaner stoles will be available for temporary lending at the Career Success Center in Austin Hall. You will need to provide your student ID in order to borrow a stole, and you will be required to return it within 24 hours. Gift stoles will not be distributed early or outside of the graduation ceremonies.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad guests

Can I bring guests to the ceremony? Is there a guest limit?

Please do! We want you to be able to celebrate with your guests and loved ones. There is no guest limit for the College of Business Undergraduate Graduation Ceremonies, but we do ask that you let us know how many guests you expect to bring with you when you register for your ceremony.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Physical Tickets

Will I receive physical tickets for the ceremony? Do my guests have to check in?

Physical tickets will not be provided, and guests do not need to check in. Graduates must check in by name at the registration table, where their names will be checked against the registration sheet. Guests can be seated immediately without checking in.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Reserved Seating

Is reserved seating available?

No, reserved seating is NOT available. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Parking

Where can my guests park? Is there a drop-off zone close to the Austin Hall if I have guests with mobility concerns?

Visitor parking information and maps can be found at the OSU Transportation Services website. Parking is free on campus on Friday. Guests are welcome to use the Beaver Bus - route maps can be found here. Guests can also be dropped off at the loading zone in front of the Austin Hall, near the corner of Jefferson and 26th. View the Loading Zone Map, with the Austin Hall loading zone circled in orange.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad Rains

What if it rains?

The College of Business Graduation Ceremonies are a rain or shine event. Although umbrellas are not permitted during the ceremonies, sun visors or rain ponchos are suggested in case of rain. Sunscreen is recommended.

Grad 2023 - Undergrad accomodation

Whom should I speak with if I require an accommodation?

If you are a graduate with disabilities who may need accommodations at the College of Business Ceremonies, please email collegeofbusiness@oregonstate.edu with your request by June 7, 2024.

Graduate Student FAQs

Grad 2023 - different

How is the College of Business Graduate Recognition Ceremony different from the OSU Commencement?

The College of Business Graduate Recognition Ceremony is held on Friday in Austin Hall, the Corvallis home of the College of Business. The ceremony lasts approximately an hour and a half, and includes a class processional, a keynote speaker, remarks from the Dean of the College of Business, and individual presentation of graduates. Graduate names are called individually, and graduates walk across the stage to greet the Dean and be presented with a graduation gift.

OSU Commencement is held on Saturday in Reser Stadium. The ceremony lasts approximately three hours, and includes a class processional of all schools, a commencement speaker, recognition of schools, and announcement of doctoral graduates. Graduates at all levels also receive their physical diplomas, but graduates other than doctoral candidates will not have their names announced individually.

Grad 2023 - COB Ceremony

If I register for Commencement, can I just come to the College of Business ceremony?

You must register separately for each ceremony that you would like to attend. Registering only for OSU Commencement does not register you for the College of Business Graduate Recognition Ceremony, and registering only for the College of Business Graduate Recognition Ceremony does not register you to walk in Commencement. You are welcome to attend both, but you must register separately for both.

Grad 2023 - Dress Code

What is the dress code? Do I need to wear regalia/cap and gown?

Dress code is Business Professional. Regalia (cap and gown) is optional, but you are welcome to wear it if you prefer.

Grad 2023 - Diploma Don't Attned

Can I get my diploma at the College of Business Graduate Recognition Ceremony if I can't attend Commencement?

Please contact the Office of the Registrar with any questions about diplomas, as those are handled by the university itself and not the College of Business. The only thing given out at the College of Business Ceremonies will be a gift from the College of Business. Spring graduates who are not attending Commencement will be able to order their diplomas after spring degrees have been conferred. Emails will be sent to graduates’ OSU email accounts with instructions on how to order.

Grad 2023 - Gift Don't Attend

Can I get a graduation gift if I can't attend the Graduate Recognition Ceremony?

We would be happy to send your graduation gift by mail! Please email collegeofbusiness@oregonstate.edu with your request.

Grad 2023 - Guests

Can I bring guests to the ceremony? Is there a guest limit?

Please do! We want you to be able to celebrate with your guests and loved ones. We ask that you register your number of guests, as we are somewhat limited in capacity, to make sure that we can accommodate everyone.

Grad 2023 - Physical Tickets

Will I receive physical tickets for the ceremony? Do my guests have to check in?

Grad 2023 - Reserved Seating

Is reserved seating available?

No, reserved seating is NOT available. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Grad 2023 - Guest Parking

Where can my guests park? Is there a drop-off zone close to Austin Hall if I have guests with mobility concerns?

Visitor parking information and maps can be found at the OSU Transportation Services website. Parking is free on campus on Friday. Guests are welcome to use the Beaver Bus - route maps can be found here. Guests can also be dropped off at the loading zone on the side of Austin Hall, across from Sackett Hall. View the LOADING ZONE MAP with the Austin Hall loading zone circled in orange.

Grad 2023 - Diploma Ceremony

Can I get my diploma at the College of Business Ceremony?

Diplomas are only provided at the OSU Commencement on Saturday. Please refer to the Registrar's Office with any questions about your diploma and eligibility at Commencement.

Grad 2023 - Questions

What if I have a question about OSU Commencement?

College of Business staff do not have access to your Commencement registration or diploma information. Contact the Office of the Registrar with Commencement-related questions.

Grad 2023 - Accommodation

Whom should I speak with if I require an accommodation?

If you are a graduate with disabilities who may need accommodations at the College of Business Ceremonies, please email collegeofbusiness@oregonstate.edu with your request.