1. Commencement May 22, 2010

2. Student Information Students are required to submit an Application for Graduation and a Regalia Form. Students are required to submit an Application for Graduation and a Regalia Form. Both forms are located on our department web site and must be submitted online using your student log-in ID (eRaider). Both forms are located on our department web site and must be submitted online using your student log-in ID (eRaider). Forms must be submitted NO LATER than february 1, 2010!Forms must be submitted NO LATER than february 1, 2010!

3. Application for Graduation Information provided by the Application for Graduation: Diploma NameDiploma Name Student countStudent count Updated Mailing Addresses forUpdated Mailing Addresses for Graduation Packets Graduation Packets Information for Commencement Programs:Information for Commencement Programs: HometownHometown Previous DegreesPrevious Degrees Thesis Information (if applicable)Thesis Information (if applicable) Date Diploma Should be PrintedDate Diploma Should be Printed

4. Application for Graduation Diploma Date, Statistical Info for student count Updated Mailing Information Diploma Name

5. Application for Graduation } } Bachelor degree and above only Program Information Application for Graduation

6. Student Regalia Form We collect all student regalia information and place the orders for themWe collect all student regalia information and place the orders for them Regalia is picked up from our office approximately 2 weeks prior to commencement. Students will receive an email from Margret Duran to their TTUHSC account when regalia is ready to be picked up. This ensures that each student receives the correct garmentsThis ensures that each student receives the correct garments Rental regalia is collected after the ceremony is over to guaranteeRental regalia is collected after the ceremony is over to guarantee that the garments are returned to the company If you will not be in lubbock prior to commencement, you can request regalia be mailed to you.If you will not be in lubbock prior to commencement, you can request regalia be mailed to you. Regalia will not be mailed to a p.o. box or a lubbock address. Requests for shipping must be received by april1, 2010. shipping requests will not be honored after this date.Regalia will not be mailed to a p.o. box or a lubbock address. Requests for shipping must be received by april1, 2010. shipping requests will not be honored after this date. Regalia is not automatically mailed, you must submit a request to student services by the deadline!Regalia is not automatically mailed, you must submit a request to student services by the deadline!

7. Student Regalia Form You will not be able to submit the form unless all fields are complete Student Regalia Form

8. Commencement Web Site We update information Constantly. We go that “extra mile” and provide information for friends and family as well. Information about commencement is easily accessible to all students

9. Commencement Web Site Information on our site: Hotel Information Hotel Information Frequently Asked Questions Video Order FormsVideo Order Forms Date, time & locationDate, time & location Important Phone NumbersImportant Phone Numbers Commencement Week InformationCommencement Week Information Parking and arena maps Class Rings, Graduation AnnouncementsClass Rings, Graduation Announcements Graduation formsGraduation forms

10. Commencement Home Page

11. We work with area hotels to get a discounted rate for families and friends of graduating candidates and post the list on our site.

12. FAQ’s We provide information on how to order graduation announcements, class rings, commencement pictures, on where to park, ADA accommodations, etc.

13. ► Diploma Information ► December 09 Graduates:  If you live outside of Lubbock and are not able to pick up your diploma from the registrar’s office, e-mail your school’s registrar your shipping information no later than December 1, 2009. ► Spring 10 Graduates:  Diplomas are distributed immediately following commencement at the United Spirit Arena.  If you are unable to attend commencement and pick up your diploma, you will need to come by the Registrar’s Office to pick up your diploma or submit a request on the student portal to have it mailed to you.

14. TTUHSC Official Ring and Graduation Announcements Information for ordering rings, announcements and frames are located on the Student Services website We suggest ordering announcements at least six weeks prior to the commencement ceremony

15. No outside food or beverages are allowed inside the United Spirit Arena. There is no secure storage area for purses or bags. Do not write on top of your cap/tam. Be on time! There is no limit on the number of guests that can attend commencement and seating is open. Reminders!

17. REMEMBER … ► It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful out come. - William James ► Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. -Ralph Waldo Emerson

18. Q & A