{"id":6767,"date":"2025-02-26T11:27:19","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T16:27:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/?page_id=6767"},"modified":"2026-05-09T20:27:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T00:27:36","slug":"c2c","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/3868-2\/c2c\/","title":{"rendered":"Countdown to Commencement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/files\/F25-CTCFlyer-e1769803812290.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-7138 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/files\/F25-CTCFlyer-e1769803812290-1024x894.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/files\/F25-CTCFlyer-e1769803812290-1024x894.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/files\/F25-CTCFlyer-e1769803812290-300x262.png 300w, https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/files\/F25-CTCFlyer-e1769803812290-768x671.png 768w, https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\/files\/F25-CTCFlyer-e1769803812290.png 1225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the <a href=\"https:\/\/map.concept3d.com\/?id=1323#!m\/385443?share\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Memorial Student Center.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Stop by at any time during event hours\u2014choose a time that works best for your schedule, and let us help you get fully prepared for your big day! This event is designed to make sure you have everything in place for a smooth and memorable graduation experience.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what you can look forward to when you attend:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"553\"><strong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"362\">Diploma Name &amp; Address Verification:<\/strong> Double-check that your name appears exactly as it should on your diploma and confirm that it will be mailed to the correct address, ensuring no delays in receiving this important document.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"778\"><strong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"587\">Academic Regalia Fitting:<\/strong> Try on different sizes of caps, gowns, and hoods to find the perfect fit for your graduation day. Some regalia will be available for purchase on-site, leave with everything you need.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"1007\"><strong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"809\">RSVP for Commencement:<\/strong> Take this opportunity to save your seat for commencement. Don\u2019t miss your chance to walk across the stage and celebrate your achievement!<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1204\"><strong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1029\">Cord Pickup:<\/strong> If you qualify for honors or are a military graduate, pick up your designated cords so you can proudly wear them at commencement, recognizing your hard work and dedication.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1398\"><strong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1236\">Class Ring Information:<\/strong> Meet with Jostens representatives to explore a variety of class ring options, allowing you to commemorate your time at the university with a timeless keepsake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1664\" data-is-last-node=\"\">We are excited to celebrate this incredible milestone with you and want to make sure you have everything you need for a seamless graduation experience. Stop by, get your questions answered, and take the next step toward your future.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1664\" data-is-last-node=\"\">We can\u2019t wait to see you there!<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1664\">MU Online Students<\/h2>\n<p>We understand that attending Countdown to Commencement in person may not be possible for all online students. To ensure you have access to important graduation information, we invite <span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">students graduating from an E-campus approved program <\/span> to join the Virtual Countdown to Commencement, hosted by MU Online on Thursday, October 22, from 12 PM &#8211; 1 PM.\u00a0\u00a0Additionally, If you\u2019re unable to attend live, a recording will be available about a week later at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/commencement\">www.marshall.edu\/commencement<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the Memorial Student Center. Stop by at any time during event hours\u2014choose a time that works best for your schedule, and let us help you get fully prepared for your big day! 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