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.

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.

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.

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, June 12 on the Austin Hall Quad, 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, June 13 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.

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.events@oregonstate.edu with your request as soon as possible.

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.

Will the ceremonies be broadcasted?

Yes, the ceremonies will be livestreamed right here the day of the ceremonies.

Will photos be taken at the ceremonies?

We will be hiring a photographer for all of the college's graduation ceremonies. All students will be photographed as they cross the stage. All photographs will be uploaded to the Graduation Ceremonies webpage following the event.

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.

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, June 12th. Guests are welcome to use the Beaver Bus - route maps can be found here. Guests can also be dropped off at the loading zone to the side of Austin Hall, near the corner of Jefferson and Sackett. View the Loading Zone Map, with the Austin Hall loading zone circled in orange.

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