When: |
Monday, May 6, 2024 The ceremony will last approximately 1½ hours. |
Where: |
Idaho Central Arena, 233 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702 |
Special Needs: |
Contact Ali Crane |
Instructional Video: |
Please watch this brief YouTube video since there will not be a rehearsal. |
Important Tasks and Information for Meridian Graduates:
- Apply for Graduation in your MyISU account by Feb 5
- RSVP for the Meridian ceremony by April 5
- Pre-order your regalia package by March 15th! Sooner is better. All graduates who attend Commencement must wear the appropriate regalia.
- Regalia Roadshow (NEW DATES!) -- Purchase and pick up your regalia at ISU-Meridian in RM 681 during the following dates and times:
- Thursday, April 4th between 1-6 PM
- Friday, April 5th between 8 AM-1 PM
- Costs for Regalia Packages (Cap, gown, tassel, stole)
- NOTES:
- Tax not included in costs below
- Individual pieces are sold separately (see Regalia Pre-Order form for more details)
- Associate/Bachelor - $94.92
- Master - $101.92
- Doctorate with Mortarboard Cap - $126.83
- Doctorate with Tam - $177.94
- NOTES:
- Regalia Instructions:
- Undergraduate students wear the tassel on the right prior to graduation. Move it to the left after your name has been announced.
- Graduate students wear the tassel on the left and do not change its position.
- Graduate students, please bring hood with you to the ceremony.
- Students keep the regalia.
- Photography/Video
- There will be a professional photo opportunity for each graduate provided by The Grad Team.
- The Grad Team will send you proofs and ordering information via email after the ceremony.
- There will be photo stations with ISU backdrops for you to take pictures with friends and family before or after the ceremony.
- Commencement will also be live-streamed on ISU's YouTube channel
- Diploma Information
- Those who attend commencement are presented with a diploma cover as they cross the stage.
- Be sure to pay your $20 Graduation/Commencement Fee.
- A final review of degree requirements will be completed before mailing diplomas. After the review is completed and your degree is posted, your diploma will be mailed. This process may take 4-7 weeks after graduation.
- All diplomas will be mailed to the address indicated on the graduation application.
- If your address changes, please contact the Office of the Registrar at (208) 282-2661 or gradisu@isu.edu.
- Policy Statement
- It is the desire of the administration and the faculty of Idaho State University that the ceremony be conducted with courtesy and respect for each of the graduates.
- The behavior of all graduates is an important element in maintaining a ceremony that should be a memorable occasion.
The University extends to you our very best wishes for continued success and happiness.
All faculty are invited to attend commencement.
- Please RSVP here if you plan to attend.
- Faculty should arrive at Idaho Central Arena no later than 5:15 PM.
- Commencement regalia is required.
- Order regalia using this link.
- Order by March 29.
- Regalia must be picked up on May 1st or 2nd from Ali Crane's office at ISU-Meridian Student Services, 1311 E. Central Drive, Meridian, Idaho.
- If a member of your immediate family is graduating, you may request to present the diploma cover at the ceremony.
- You are cordially invited to attend the reception immediately following commencement.
Is there a rehearsal?
Please watch this brief instructional video. There will not be a rehearsal, so we ask graduates to be at the Idaho Central Arena at least 1 hour before showtime.
How long will commencement last?
Approximately 1½ hours.
Where/When can I pick up my cap and gown? NEW DATES!
At ISU-Meridian in Room 681 during the Regalia Roadshow
- Thursday, April 4th between 1-6 PM
- Friday, April 5th between 8 AM-1 PM
How can I order my cap and gown?
Pre-order your cap and gown by March 15.
What forms do I need to fill out to participate?
- Application for Graduation - due Feb 5 for Spring graduation
- Regalia Pre-Order - due March 15
- Commencement RSVP - due Friday, April 5
Are tickets required?
At this time, tickets are not required for guests.
Will the ceremony be live-streamed?
Yes! The ceremony will be streamed live to ISU's YouTube channel.
Where do I park?
There is no reserved parking for the commencement ceremony, which will be held at Idaho Central Arena. We recommend arriving early to find parking.