Guidance and Regulations 

For students who are walking at Commencement/Graduation on May 17

How do I obtain my Graduation Pass to walk across the stage at commencement?

1. Upon arrival at the soccer stadium, all students who are participating in the commencement ceremonies will first go to the Student Check-In Tent and show a photo ID (Central ID/driver’s license) for verification of their name.
2. After verification is completed, each student will receive their Official Graduation Pass that is required to walk across the stage. Your Graduation Pass includes your name as it will be announced during the ceremony.
3. Any student who does not arrive with a photo ID will be redirected to the Student Services line to be verified through the University Banner System before receiving a Graduation Pass.
4. When the ceremonies begin, each student will present their Graduation Pass to the usher as they prepare to walk across the stage. 

What is permitted and what is not permitted?

Permissible:

1. All students who participate in commencement must wear regalia. All commencement regalia will conform with the Central standard color and design. The Central standards consist of a solid black robe that extends to the ankle. Regalia must be worn during the entire ceremony.
2. All students should have a mortarboard (hat).
   1. Mortarboard decorations are permitted.
3. Cords are permitted.
4. Shoulder stoles are permitted.
   1. Size limit for stoles: Each side, max 30" long and max 4" wide.
5. Flat shoes are encouraged.
6. Only clear water bottles are permitted (no personal containers).
7. Small purses are permitted.
8. Flowers/bouquets are permitted. 

Non-Permissible:

1. No posters.
2. No noise makers/megaphones.
3. No flags or banners will be permitted to be draped over regalia or carried.
4. No regalia that does not conform with university standards/style.
5. No backpacks.
6. No floats/balloons/beach balls.
7. No drinking containers other than clear water bottles (no personal containers).
8. No coolers
9. No smoking or vaping.
10. No interruptions or disruptions.
11. No umbrellas.

Please note that any individual or group activity that interrupts or disrupts the normal progression of the ceremonies is not permitted and is in violation of the student code of conduct and CSCU policy. Individuals who violate these rules may be subject to disciplinary action, including expulsion from the university. These individuals also may be subject to arrest for criminal trespass, pursuant to Connecticut General Statue 53A-107 Criminal Trespass. Additionally, anyone in violation of these rules may be removed from the event.

No firearms, weapons, or alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises.