Native American and Indigenous Student Commencement Celebration
The Native American Indigenous Commencement Celebration is a cultural ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of SJSU students who have graduated in the past academic year. This celebration is a great opportunity to acknowledge your academic achievements, honor your families, communities, and other significant people in your lives, and to celebrate the Native and Indigenous cultural influences that have contributed to your academic success.
Participation in this event is voluntary and is open to all graduating students who would like to participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
Degrees are not conferred during our cultural celebration nor are graduate students hooded. Degrees and hooding will only take place at your official college commencement. We encourage you to attend both the cultural celebration and your official college commencement.
Please note that this celebration could conflict with an individual students’ final exam schedule. We strongly advise that students prioritize their academic obligations.
Registration details for the upcoming ceremony will be shared soon.
Any additional questions can be sent to naissc@sjsu.edu.
Who is eligible to participate?
Any SJSU students who will be graduating in the immediately preceding summer, spring and fall semesters can participate in the spring Native American Indigenous Commencement Celebration. This includes undergraduates, graduates, and certificate programs. Attendees must regsiter in order to participte.
How many guests can I bring?
Due to limited capacity we ask that you bring no more than 16 guests.
What is the dress code for this ceremony?
There is no dress code for the event, and cap and gowns are not required. We encourage you to enjoy and celebrate in the ways you would like, including wearing cultural regalia.
