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PREPARING FOR GRADUATION
Official Graduation Logistics
In order for a student to graduate, they must have completed all degree requirements within their
major. It is important for your student to connect with their adviser several times in their last
year to be sure they have completed all degree requirements. In addition to completing all degree
requirements, your student must apply for graduation. Remind your student the importance of
checking their email as graduation information will typically be sent out months before the actual
application deadline. Outside of applying for graduation, your student will also need to order their
cap and gown if they plan to walk across the stage at the traditional commencement ceremony. If
your student is involved in any honor societies or on campus organizations, they should check to
see if their special cords or stoles are available for purchase. For specific information about the
commencement ceremony, you can check the Registrar’s website at
clemson.edu/registrar .Helpful Reminders for Graduation Planning
Hotels tend to fill quickly on graduation weekend, so plan to reserve rooms 60 days in advance.
It is also helpful to think of any additional activities you would like to plan that weekend: making
reservations at your student’s favorite restaurant or securing a photographer if your student wants
professional photos in their cap and gown.
STAYING CONNECTED AS AN ALUMNI
The transition to being alumni can be exciting, but it is important to remember there will still
be plenty of resources for your student to adjust to life after college.
Clemson Alumni Career Services
The Clemson Alumni Association offers a variety of career resources to all alumni one year after
they have graduated. The Alumni Center and the CCPD have built relationships with many top-
recruiting agencies as well as many of the Clemson Clubs across the country to offer assistance
in career services for our alumni. Some of these include networking, mentoring and employment
opportunities.