NDSU Commencement
A Message from President Joseph Chapman
Welcome to a web site dedicated to answering your questions about North Dakota State University's commencement activities. Designed for students, parents, faculty and staff, this site offers information on a variety of items, such as your cap and gown, important memos to faculty and students about the ceremony, how and when to get to the FargoDome and locating accommodations for family and guests.
I firmly believe that commencement is a very positive symbol of individual student success, family and community pride, and faculty and staff support. I have always felt that individuals who do not attend commencement miss one of the most exciting days on our campus and forfeit a full perspective on the wonders of the collegiate experience.
I hope the information provided here will help guide you through this memorable time for upcoming graduates, their families and the entire university community. And enjoy NDSU's commencement, a celebration of achievement.
Dr. Joseph A. Chapman
NDSU President
Spring 2008 Program
Upcoming Commencement Dates
- Winter 2008 Commencement — Saturday, December 20, 2008, FargoDome, 10:00 a.m. (combined Graduate/Undergraduate ceremony)
- Spring 2009 Graduate Commencement — Friday, May 15, 2009, FargoDome, 4:00 p.m.
- Spring 2009 Undergraduate Commencement — Saturday, May 16, 2009, FargoDome, 10:00 a.m.
Ceremony Information for…
Additional Information:
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Commencement Day Instructions
- Ceremony Programs
- Candidate Seating Chart – Spring 2008 (PDF)
- Ceremony Video/DVD Order Form (PDF)
- Alumni Association Welcome
Questions or comments regarding Commencement? …contact Rhonda Kitch in the Office of Registration and Records at 701-231-7987, 1-800-608-NDSU, or rhonda.k.kitch@ndsu.edu