Commencement Prep & Portraits
Pathways to Success
Grad Edition
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Location: Hall of Governors
Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
What’s in Store?
- • Celebrate: Enjoy refreshments and connect with fellow graduates.
- • Win big: Enter raffles and giveaways.
- • Capture the moment: Get professional photos to mark the occasion.
- • Gear up: Browse class rings and GovState swag.
- • Plan ahead: Access exclusive hotel discounts for graduation.
- • Stay connected: Join the Alumni Association and keep GovState in your journey.
- • Explore Graduate Studies: Meet with reps to learn about advanced degree options.
- • Career Success: Get job search tips, resume help, and career guidance.
- • Finalize Your Degree: Connect with the Registrar’s Office to ensure all requirements are met for graduation.
Important: This is your ONLY chance for cap and gown photos and professional headshots. At Commencement, photography will be limited to on-stage photos.
You must bring your own cap and gown to the event.
Skip the line! Schedule your cap and gown photo session today!
Schedule Your Session NowIf you are a faculty or staff member who would like to participate in the event, please visit the Faculty and Staff Participation
webpage for more information.
Grad Celebration Week
Dates: To Be Announced
More information on Grad Celebration Week will be available at a later date. Please continue to check this webpage for updates.