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Degree Information-Dec08

Applications:  The application deadline for Dec08/Jan09 is May 1, 2008.  Late applications are not accepted.

Academic Program Contracts (APC):  All candidates must submit final APCs for each major and minor they wish to receive (BAE and BSN students do not need to submit APCs for their majors, only minors).  A final APC has the signature of the Department Chair in the 'Graduation Clearance' box and any waivers/substitutions are documented.  *Without final APCs on file a candidate cannot receive a Degree Evaluation and cannot receive a degree.

Degree Evaluations:  Degree Evaluations will be completed for all students who have applied to graduate.  If a candidate did not receive a copy of their degree evaluation it is their responsibility to request one from Student Services.

Issues to Address Before the Awarding of Degrees:  All candidates must have the following issues resolved by January 5, 2009 in order to receive a degree:

  • Outstanding Grades:  All Incomplete grades, In Progress grades, and missing grades must be assigned a final grade.
  • Final Grades for the Term:  All courses from the student's final term (Fall 2008) must have final grades.
  • Missing Transcripts:  Final high school transcripts and transcripts from other colleges/universities required by PLU must be submitted to the Registrar's Office.
  • Missing Final Academic Program Contracts: A final APC for each major and minor the student is applying for must be submitted to the Registrar's Office.  APCs must have signature of the department chair in the ‘Graduation Clearance’ box.
  • Missing Waivers:  If a student requires a wavier, it must be completed and submitted to the Registrar's Office.  Waiver forms are available on the Registrar's Office website.
  • Missing Degree or University Requirements:  Reference the University Catalog for details on GURs and specific degree requirements.  All requirements must be fulfilled.
NOTE: It is each candidates responsibility to ensure his/her graduation requirements are met. If at any time a candidate has questions he/she is advised to seek assistance immediately.

Requirements Not Met:  If any of the above listed issues/requirements are not addressed and resolved by the Noon, January 5, 2009 deadline, the candidate will not receive a December 2008 degree.  The candidate’s application will be made void and the candidate will have to reapply for graduation in a subsequent term.  No exceptions will be made to the deadline.

Caps, Gowns & Hoods:   Candidates who wish to participate in the graduation ceremony are responsible for ordering/purchasing and picking-up their own cap and gown (and hood for graduate students).   Failure to purchase a cap and gown may keep a candidate from participating in the ceremony.  See Grad Fair section for ordering information.

Grad Fair:   The Graduation Fair, to order cap, gown, announcements, rings, diploma frames, etc., will take place on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 from 3-6p at the Garfield Book Company.

Receipt of Grades:  Faculty submit Fall 2008 grades by Noon, January 5, 2009. If a candidate’s grades are not submitted by this deadline, the candidate will not receive a December degree, the candidate’s application for graduation will be voided and the candidate will have to reapply for graduation in a subsequent term.  No exceptions will be made to this deadline.

Diplomas: Diplomas will be mailed in January 2009 to the 'Diploma Address' specified by the student on the original 'Application for Graduation'. It is the candidate's responsibility to make sure their 'Diploma Address' in Banner Web is up-to-date and accurate.  All diplomas are mailed First Class.  If a candidate's 'Diploma Address' is inaccurate and the diploma does not reach the candidate, it is the candidate's responsibility to order a duplicate diploma at the cost of $55.00/each.

Requesting Official Transcripts: Students may contact the automated Transcript Information Line at 253.535.7135 to request official transcripts.  Transcripts cost $5.00/each.

Grad Fair-Dec08/Jan09

WHO:     All December 2008 and January 2009 Graduation Candidates

WHAT:   The Ultimate 1-Stop Shopping Experience for all your Graduation Needs!

WHEN:   Wednesday, October 22, 2008 from 3:00-6:00pm

WHERE: Garfield Book Company (the new bookstore on Garfield Street)

WHY:    Order and Purchase your Cap/Gown!
             Purchase Announcements, Class Rings, Diploma Frames, Ceremony DVDs, Etc!
             Verify the Spelling and Pronunciation of your Name for the Ceremony and your Diploma!
             Ask Special Faculty to Attend the Ceremony!
             Have Fun and Get Excited to Graduate!


Fall 2008 Commencement Ceremony Information

Visit the Commencement page for important details about the ceremony, the venue and commencement weekend events.
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Degree Information-Jan09

Applications:  The application deadline for Dec08/Jan09 was May 1, 2008.  Late applications are not accepted.

Academic Program Contracts (APC):  All candidates must submit final APCs for each major and minor they wish to receive (BAE and BSN students do not need to submit APCs for their majors, only minors).  A final APC has the signature of the Department Chair in the 'Graduation Clearance' box and any waivers/substitutions are documented.  *Without final APCs on file a candidate cannot receive a Degree Evaluation and cannot receive a degree.

Degree Evaluations:  Degree Evaluations will be completed for all students who have applied to graduate.  If a candidate did not receive a copy of their degree evaluation it is their responsibility to request one from Student Services.

Issues to Address Before the Awarding of Degrees:  All candidates must have the following issues resolved by February 9, 2009 in order to receive a degree:

  • Outstanding Grades:  All Incomplete grades, In Progress grades, and missing grades must be assigned a final grade.
  • Final Grades for the Term:  All courses from the student's final term (J-Term 2009) must have final grades.
  • Missing Transcripts:  Final high school transcripts and transcripts from other colleges/universities required by PLU must be submitted to the Registrar's Office.
  • Missing Final Academic Program Contracts: A final APC for each major and minor the student is applying for must be submitted to the Registrar's Office.  APCs must have signature of the department chair in the ‘Graduation Clearance’ box.
  • Missing Waivers:  If a student requires a wavier, it must be completed and submitted to the Registrar's Office.  Waiver forms are available on the Registrar's Office website.
  • Missing Degree or University Requirements:  Reference the University Catalog for details on GURs and specific degree requirements.  All requirements must be fulfilled.
NOTE: It is each candidates responsibility to ensure his/her graduation requirements are met. If at any time a candidate has questions he/she is advised to seek assistance immediately.

Requirements Not Met:  If any of the above listed issues/requirements are not addressed and resolved by the 5:00p, February 9, 2009 deadline, the candidate will not receive a December 2008 degree.  The candidate’s application will be made void and the candidate will have to reapply for graduation in a subsequent term.  No exceptions will be made to the deadline.

Caps, Gowns & Hoods:   Candidates who wish to participate in the graduation ceremony are responsible for ordering/purchasing and picking-up their own cap and gown (and hood for graduate students).   Failure to purchase a cap and gown may keep a candidate from participating in the ceremony.  See Grad Fair section for ordering information.

Grad Fair:   The Graduation Fair, to order cap, gown, announcements, rings, diploma frames, etc., will take place Wednesday, October 22, 2008 from 3-6p at the Garfield Book Company.

Receipt of Grades:  Faculty submit Fall 2009 grades by 5:00pm, February 9, 2009. If a candidate’s grades are not submitted by this deadline, the candidate will not receive a January degree, the candidate’s application for graduation will be voided and the candidate will have to reapply for graduation in a subsequent term.  No exceptions will be made to this deadline.

Diplomas: Diplomas will be mailed in February 2009 to the 'Diploma Address' specified by the student on the original 'Application for Graduation'. It is the candidate's responsibility to make sure their 'Diploma Address' in Banner Web is up-to-date and accurate.  All diplomas are mailed First Class.  If a candidate's 'Diploma Address' is inaccurate and the diploma does not reach the candidate, it is the candidate's responsibility to order a duplicate diploma at the cost of $55.00/each.

Requesting Official Transcripts: Students may contact the automated Transcript Information Line at 253.535.7135 to request official transcripts.  Transcripts cost $5.00/each.
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