Tips and resources to help you prepare for your big day.
Are you graduating at the end of the term? Review the following details to make preparing for graduation easier, including what you'll need to do for certification, graduation clearance, and how to dress for graduation. Find useful checklists and information below for you and your guests.

GradFest - Your Single Source for Graduation
Wednesday, March 28, 11a.m. to 7p.m., Mabee Ballroom, Ragsdale Center
It's one-stop shopping for all your graduation needs — caps, gowns, announcements, class rings and more. And you won't want to miss the great giveaways and prizes, such as gift cards from local hotels and restaurants. Plus you can:

• Have your graduation portrait taken with Main Building as the background. It's a one-time opportunity at GradFest. Caps, gowns and ordering information are provided at the event. Order portraits online from Flash Photography or call 214-443-9393 for more information.
• Confirm how your name will appear on your diploma.
• Clear any financial holds.
• Discover alumni networking and career services that can help with your job search.
• Learn about graduate programs at St. Edward's.

Ordering Your Announcements
Announcements may be ordered at GradFest or online from CB Announcements. Announcements will require five business days for delivery. For more information, contact CB Announcements at 1-800-433-0296.

Ceremony Date and Location
Spring 2012 graduation ceremonies:

• Saturday, May 12, 2012
• Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River, Austin, TX 78701
• 10:00 am Ceremony for all graduation candidates

Key Dates for Spring 2012 Graduates
Mar 1	All transcripts for courses completed in past terms, and official CLEP scores due in the Office of the Registrar.
Feb 27	Spring certifications due.
Feb 28	Graduation information emailed to candidates' SEU email accounts.
Mar 28	GradFest scheduled from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm in Ragsdale Center, Mabee Ballroom.
Mar 29	Diploma verification letters mailed out to graduation candidates, who did not attend GradFest.
Apr 10	Graduation/diploma information letters due in the Office of the Registrar.
May 12	Graduation Commencement at Frank Erwin center
Jun 4	Deadline for all SEU credits and Spring 2012 transfer credits to be received in the Office of the Registrar.
July 6	Diploma release date.

Preparing for Graduation and the Ceremony
To help you get ready for this landmark day, we've put together the following checklists and instructions for you — and useful information for your guests.

• Graduation Checklist (PDF): Track your key dates and steps to be ready for graduation.
• Commencement Day Checklist (PDF): Help us make your graduation day go smoothly. Review this handy checklist and important commencement instructions.
• Parking Map and Directions: Make sure your graduation guests know how to get to the ceremony and where to park on campus.
• Hotel Discounts and Local Restaurant Information: Share this list of hotels with your guests to enjoy discounted rates from eight (8) local hotels during commencement weekend, December 16-17. Please note the reservation deadlines. For your convenience, a list of restaurants near St. Edward's is also provided.

Special Assistance
Please contact the Registrar's office at 512-448-8762 by April 27, 2012, if you will need assistance during the ceremony due to a physical or mobility challenge.

Arrange a Diploma Pick Up
If someone else is picking up your diploma and/or transcripts, you must provide a written and signed statement instructing the Office of the Registrar to release these documents to the person. The person will be required to show a photo ID in addition to the signed letter of instruction.

For International Students
To avoid a delay in receiving your diploma, you should make arrangements to have your diploma and transcripts notarized no later than four weeks prior to the date diplomas are available. Contact the Office of the Registrar at 512-448-8762 for detailed information.

Graduation Honors
A student must complete 60 hours of credit in residence at St. Edward's with the appropriate grade point average in order to be eligible for graduation with honors. Credit by examination will not be counted in the 60 hours for graduation honors.

Graduate students with a 4.0 are recognized at Honors Night, not the graduation ceremony.

Undergraduate students will receive recognition during the ceremony for the following distinctions:

• Cum Laude for a point average of 3.50
• Magna Cum Laude for 3.70
• Summa Cum Laude for 3.90

Commencement Photographs
Flash Photography will photograph each graduate twice at the commencement ceremony as they exit the stage. Free proofs will be mailed to each graduate within a week of the ceremony. For discounted pricing and expedited service, order online from Flash Photography using Department Code "P207". If you have any questions, please visit www.flashphotography.com or call 214-443-9393.