KSU Faculty and Staff Attending Commencement

ÈâÈ⴫ý State invites our faculty and staff to actively participate in celebrating our graduates during commencement times. While ticket availability is reserved for the families and friends of the graduates, there are many ways you can still be involved in this important event. One of the best ways to contribute is by volunteering your time. Volunteers play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the ceremonies, and your support helps make the day memorable for graduates and their loved ones. 

  • To get involved, sign up using our volunteer registration form, and once completed, your submission will be sent directly to the Events Team at KSU.

If you’re unable to volunteer but still want to take part in the festivities, you can watch the commencement ceremonies via our livestream.

  • The livestream is available online, allowing you to celebrate alongside the graduates from anywhere. 

Additionally, faculty and staff are encouraged to join in the post-ceremony celebration at the ForeverOwl Fest, located on the Campus Green. This outdoor gathering, held after each ceremony (weather permitting), is a wonderful opportunity to mingle with graduates, their families, and fellow colleagues.

By volunteering, watching the livestream, or attending the ForeverOwl Fest, you can help make commencement a memorable occasion for all involved at KSU.

Commencement Regalia

Faculty participating in commencement exercises need to dress in full regalia, including robe, tam, and hood. Please contact the KSU Bookstore for purchase or rental if you need regalia.

Commencement Regalia Approval Form

The Commencement Regalia Approval Form must be completed and submitted by a faculty/staff representative of the academic department sponsoring the student organization to obtain regalia approval. The only regalia items that may be approved are Honor cords, stoles, or pins. To obtain these items, students must contact the appropriate academic department or sponsoring student organizations. The KSU Bookstore is not responsible for ordering honors commencement regalia.

Regalia Approval Form