December Graduation

December Graduation FAQ’s

• How do I know if I’m eligible for the December Ceremony?

  You will receive a direct communication from the Commencement committeee with a link to a “December 2025 – Intent to Participate” Google form.

• How many guests may I invite?

  Graduates may invite as many people as they like to this ceremony. We will send an invitation after you register and you may share that with your family and friends. We do ask guests to register so that we can plan for adequate seating and refreshments.

  This event is also open to the Macalester community and we will share a guest registration link in the Mac Daily in the weeks leading up to the event.

• How do I order a cap and gown? What about honor cords?

  Regalia:

  You may order your cap, gown and tassle via the “December 2025 – Intent to Participate” form. Cap and gown orders are handled by The Highlander bookshop ([email protected]).

  • Wearing a cap and gown is not mandatory, but most students choose to wear them, and any black cap and gown could be substituted for renting one.
  • If the cost of renting a robe is prohibitive for you, please email [email protected] for assistance.
  • Graduates can pick up rental robes from the Highlander Bookstore:
    10 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday, December 1—Friday, December 5
    10 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday, December 8–Thursday, December 11

  Honor Cords:

  Because this ceremony happens before final grades are submitted, we are unable to distribute summa cum laude honors cords. If you believe you qualify for an honor cord or stole from an academic department or affinity group, please contact them directly.

• Will the ceremony be availiable to view on-line?

  Yes, the December Graduation Ceremony will be recorded. We will add the video link to this page several days after the event.