Events
We look forward to celebrating your achievement at the 2023 Commencement ceremonies. Here is a list of Commencement-related activities and events hosted by other University departments. Participation is optional but will require registration. Please make sure to be mindful of deadlines to register if planning to attend any of our campus partners’ events.
Grad Fair
The Alumni Association will host an in-person Grad Fair on April 4, 2023. At the event, graduating students can get their Grad Packs, regalia (caps and gowns), connect with vendors for other Commencement needs, and learn about the Alumni Association. More information coming soon.
2023 Grad Fair
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Main Walkway
Graduation Portrait Sessions
Grad Images will be at Cal State LA in April and May providing graduation portrait services. To schedule an appointment, please click on the dates below.
Schedule your graduation portrait appointment.
Grad Fair (April 4) Schedule
Main Walkway
April Schedule
University-Student Union
May Schedule
University-Student Union
For portrait questions or to reschedule an appointment, please contact Lindsey Bert at Grad Images.
You may also contact the Cal State LA Alumni Association at alum@calstatela.edu or at (323) 343-2586.
Honor Cords Distribution
Graduates obtaining a bachelor's degree, who maintain an outstanding academic record while earning their degree, are accorded special recognition upon graduation, and are given golden yellow double honor cords to wear during Commencement. The criteria can be found at the Office of the Registrar’s website > Apply for your degree > Honors at Graduation. In early April 2023, students graduating with honors will receive information regarding the distribution of honor cords.
Cultural Grad Celebrations
The Cross Cultural Centers invite all graduating students for the Class of 2023 to celebrate the cultural influences and traditions that have contributed to their academic success.
The Cultural Graduate Celebrations are great opportunities to acknowledge your academic achievement, honor your families, communities, and other significant people in your life. Participation is open to all students who register. For more information, please visit the Cultural Graduate Celebrations website.
Pride Graduate Celebration
May 19, 2023 | 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
University-Student Union, 3rd floor, Los Angeles Rooms
Registration is open until March 17, 2023, by EOD, or until sold out. Please visit the registration website.
Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Graduate Celebration
May 20, 2023 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
State Playhouse Theatre
Registration is open until March 17, 2023, by EOD, or until sold out. Please visit the registration website.
Nuestra Graduate Celebration
May 21, 2023 | 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
University Gymnasium
Registration is open until March 17, 2023, by EOD, or until sold out. Please visit the registration website.
Black Graduate Celebration
May 21, 2023 | 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
University Gymnasium
Registration is open until March 17, 2023, by EOD, or until sold out. Please visit the registration website.
All information, including dates and activities, are subject to change. We continue to update the Commencement website with 2023 Commencement details, so please check back regularly to stay updated. Please review all the sections, as they contain valuable information for graduates and guests.
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Updated: March 20, 2023
