Online Registration
**Online registration is open from March 1, 2008 8:00am EST until April 1, 2008 5:00pm EDT**
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All graduating students must register online. Students receiving a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree will register online for Convocation attendance and Convocation tickets. Professional or Doctoral Degree graduates will register online for Convocation attendance, Convocation tickets and Cap and Gown. You must have a valid Case Western Reserve University Network ID and password to register online.
August 2007 or January 2008 Graduates needing passwords please apply for a Case Online Services (formerly CWRUser) account: Apply Now . If you need additional assistance setting up your Case Western Reserve University Network ID, please contact your Commencement Coordinator, listed on the Ceremony Information Page.
Only students expecting to graduate in May or students who completed their degree programs in August 2007 or January 2008 may register online. REGISTRATION SUBMITTED BY ANY OTHER INDIVIDUALS, INCLUDING FAMILY MEMBERS, CASE STAFF, OR CASE FACULTY WILL NOT RESULT IN A VALID TICKET RESERVATION - CAP AND GOWN RESERVATION, EVEN IF A CONFIRMATION APPEARS.
Convocation Ticket Information
The University Convocation will be in Case Western Reserve University's Veale Center, beginning at 9:30 a.m. on May 18, 2008. Since seating in Veale will be limited, tickets for parents and guests will be issued for the University Convocation. Graduates will not require tickets to attend University Convocation. Tickets are required ONLY for the University Convocation in the Veale Center and the Law School diploma ceremony in Severance Hall. Tickets are not required for any other diploma ceremonies.
Reserving your tickets online secures the maximum of 2 tickets for graduate and professional students or 3 tickets for undergraduate students.
The initial allotment for the University Convocation will be at least two tickets to each graduating student who plans to attend the Convocation. Tickets will be distributed through the professional schools and the Offices of Undergraduate Studies and Graduate Studies. Depending on the number of graduates planning to participate in the Convocation, extra tickets may be available for general distribution at a later date. Please contact respective school commencement coordinator for more information.
For guests without tickets, additional seating will be available in Horsburgh Gymnasium in the Emerson Physical Education Center (immediately adjacent to Veale). The Gym will be equipped with large-screen video projection, providing an excellent view of the Convocation proceedings.
Ticket Pick Up Locations and Dates
August 2007 and January 2008 graduates who have requested Convocation tickets will receive them via mail after April 14, 2008. All other graduates should refer to the Ceremony Information Page for their ticket pickup location.
Questions: Convocation Ticket FAQ
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Cap and Gown Registration
DOCTORAL FITTING DAYS
March 5, Gund Hall, School of Law, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
March 20, Iris S. and Bert L. Wolstein Research Building, School of Medicine, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
A fitting occasion for all new Ph.D., J.D., M.D., D.N.P., D.M.D., and D.M.A. graduates. Get everything you need for Commencement by attending one of our special Doctoral Fitting Days. Representatives from the University Bookstore and the Commencement Office will be on hand to assist students with their graduation planning and celebration needs. Students can be measured for the academic regalia and can register to participate in Commencement ceremonies.
GRAD FAIR 2008 - No Hassle for Your Tassel
Bachelor and Master Degree Graduates
Students earning either a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree are encouraged to attend Case Western Reserve University's GRAD FAIR on March 26 - 27 at the Thwing Student Center/University Bookstore from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. The GRAD FAIR will provide a "one stop shop" for a graduate's needs. Discount pricing will be available on cap and gowns, class rings, and various other graduation supplies. Students attending the GRAD FAIR must also register online to receive their tickets to the University Convocation.
Professional or Doctoral Degree Graduates
Students earning a Professional or Doctoral degree will register for their cap and gowns online and will be directed to pick up their rental regalia at the bookstore the week prior to Commencement. Students should bring a credit card for imprinting. Rental regalia should be returned to the bookstore immediately following their school's diploma ceremony or reception, whichever event occurs last. Students may also attend a Doctoral Fitting event for assistance with cap and gown sizing as well as online registration.
Questions: Cap and Gown Order FAQ
**Online registration is open from March 1, 2008 8:00am EST until April 1, 2008 5:00pm EDT**
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In the unlikely event of a persistent network problem, please contact the Commencement Office, commencement@case.edu, for registration instructions.
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Diplomas
Diplomas will be presented at the individual school ceremonies. If you do not attend the ceremony, your school will mail your diploma to your registered address. For more information, please contact diploma@case.edu.
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DVD Orders
DVD recordings of Case 2008 Commencement Ceremonies in the Veale Center will be available for purchase. DVD orders MUST be received by Friday, May 30, 2008.
Obtain a DVD Order Form: DVD Order Form
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Announcements and College Rings
Each graduate will receive 10 standard Case Western Reserve University Commencement announcements when they pick up their Convocation tickets at their respective schools. Please check with your individual school as announcement and pickup details may vary. For additional information regarding school specific details, visit: http://www.case.edu/commencement/ceremonies.html. To order personalized announcements, please contact Herff Jones at (412) 331-2562 or place your order online at http://www.herffjones.com/college/graduation. Herff Jones representatives will be on site to answer questions and take orders at the Grad Fair and the Doctoral Fitting Days.
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Graduation Bouquets
The Mortar Board Honor Society will be selling beautiful bouquets of long stem roses for your graduate both before and after the Convocation ceremony. Many different colors and types of bouquets will be available at great prices! All proceeds will be used to help us fund one of the Case Western Reserve University's most active community service organizations! To pre-order flowers for your graduate, visit http://www.commencementflowers.com/flowers_catalog/index.php?id=cwr50.
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The Case Western Reserve University Bookstore will be open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. the week prior to Commencement. It will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the Saturday before Commencement, and from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Commencement Day. Information about purchasing class rings, diploma frames and personalized Commencement announcements is available at the Bookstore, (216) 368-2650 or 1-800-825-2650. University merchandise is also available on the bookstore's website at http://cwru.bkstore.com.
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