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Commencement Information

Hello Grads!

The Student Affairs Office is excited to announce that student regalia packages are ready to be picked up earlier than scheduled!

When:
• Tuesday, May 23, 2023 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 24, 2023 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, May 25, 2023 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 26, 2023 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Monday, May 29, 2023 CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
• Tuesday, May 30, 2023 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 31, 2023 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Where:
Room 207

What needs to be presented:
Valid picture ID (this can be one of the following: driver's license, state issued ID, SENTRI, Passport, school ID)

What if I can't pick up my regalia package during those time?
Someone else can pick it up for you however, you MUST contact the Student Affairs Office at least one business day in advance.
The Student Affairs Office can be reached via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please include the full name of the person that will be picking up your order and inform them that they must present their picture ID.

What does the order consist of:
Cap
Gown
Tassel
Academic Cord (if merited)
3 Commencement Tickets (the graduate does not need a ticket to enter the ceremony).

Please feel free to contact me via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have any further questions.

Congratulations!!!!!!!

The Event

Imperial Valley College's graduation ceremony is a time to highlight and celebrate each member of the graduating class.

CEREMONY DETAILS:

When: Saturday, June 10, 2023

Time: Ceremony 1: 9:00 a.m. Ceremony 2: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Imperial Valley College, DePaoli Sports Complex, 700 Building

380 E. Aten Rd. Imperial, CA 92251

GRADUATION & COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY REQUIREMENTS:

Any student who plans on graduating within the 2022-2023 academic year & participate in the commencement ceremony MUST submit a graduation petition with the academic counselor AND purchase the regalia through IVC's vendor (students who do not purchase their regalia through IVC's vendor will not be admitted to the ceremony). After submitting your petition for graduation, please check your IVC student email account for commencement information.

REGALIA PACKAGE PICK UP DATES AND TIMES:

If you are an EOPS/CalWORKS program student, please see your program counselor to place your order.

Orders will be available for pick up on campus beginning Monday, June 5, 2023 through Thursday, June 8, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in room 207.

If for any reason you need to make special accommodations for your regalia package pick up, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Please be advised that you MUST have the following to pick up your package:

Student ID number (G number)
Valid photo ID (student ID, driver's license, state issued ID)

ACCESSIBILITY:
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to fully engage in our ceremonies. If you (the graduate) or one of your guests require special accommodations (visual, auditory, mobility, etc) please contact Student Affairs Student Services Specialist Miriam Trejo via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Friday, May 26, 2023.

American Sign Language Interpreters will be on stage.

CLOSED CAPTIONING:

Closed captioning will be available for the hearing impaired via live stream.

DIPLOMA:

Diplomas are mailed to the address that the College has on record. All financial obligations to IVC must be cleared before we can release your degree and/or certificate. Please be sure to verify your address and check for any messages posted on your IVC student account.

COMMENCEMENT INQUIRIES:

Students who wish to obtain further information in regards to the 2023 commencement ceremony may contact the Student Affairs Office via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Please be advised that any and all commencement announcements will be sent to perspective graduates via IVC student email account.

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2023

Please continue to monitor your IVC student emails for additional information regarding commencement. If you have any questions please call 760-355-6455 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Watch our 2022 commencement videos!

AM Ceremony

PM Ceremony

Did you miss one of our Commencement Infomational Sessions on Wed., 5/31/22?

To view the presentation, please go HERE to view the complete session.

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