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Commencement Ceremony - FAQ's

DO Class of 2023

MSBS Class of 2023

PA Class of 2023

What is the guest hooder policy?

DO Graduates may select ONE immediate family member with a terminal degree at the Doctoral Level (DO, MD, JD, EdD, PhD, etc.) or an RVU Preclinical or Clinical faculty member. If you choose not to select a guest hooder, a designated member of the RVU Faculty will hood you. 

What if I do not have a guest hooder?

If a DO Graduate does not select a guest hooder, they will be hooded by the faculty member chosen by the class.

When is the Guest Hooder selection deadline?

You will have until March 1st to select your hooder. If you selected a guest hooder and need to change at the last minute, you can, but you will not be allowed to add a hooder after this date – NO EXCEPTIONS!

Does my hooder need to wear regalia?

Yes, your hooder must wear regalia. If they do not own a set, they can purchase a set through Herff Jones or Amazon. All DO graduates who select a guest hooder will be sent a link with directions on how to order regalia for their hooder.

Will my guest hooder be able to sit with the rest of my family?

No. The person you choose will sit with the other hooders in a different section of the theater.

Will military students be hooded in military uniforms?

No. Military uniforms will be worn underneath regalia. After military graduates are hooded, they will remove their regalia backstage before the military commissioning ceremony.

How can my family get up to date Commencement information?

Please refer them to the RVU website/University Events tab.

How long is the ceremony expected to last?

The RVUCOM Ceremony will last ≈ 2 hours.

Is the Commencement ceremony mandatory?

Yes. The Commencement ceremony is mandatory and is required in order to receive your diploma.

Is “Graduation Week” mandatory?

Yes, all graduates will be required to be on campus on Friday, May 19th for rehearsals, photos, regalia pick up, etc.

What is the difference between Commencement and graduation?

Commencement is the ceremony we celebrate your accomplishments as you end your student life and begin your life as a member of the Rocky Vista University’s Alumni Association. Graduation is the act of completing all graduation requirements, e.g., ordering your cap and gown, ordering your graduation announcements, etc.

Will my family be able to take pictures of me as I cross the stage?

No. Family members will not be allowed close enough to the stage to take photos of you. However, a professional photographer will take a picture of each graduates as they receive their degree and a link will be sent to each graduate after the ceremony.

I'm graduating with honors. How do I get my honors cords?

Students who qualify for recognition at the ceremony will be given their honors cords during regalia pick up on campus.

I was part of a Track. Will I receive a stole?

Yes, graduates who were involved in a Track will receive their stole(s) during regalia pick up on campus.

How do I order announcements?

Graduates will receive a link with directions on how to order regalia, diploma frames and announcements through Herff Jones. You are also welcome to order from any company you choose.

Does my family need tickets to attend graduation?

No, the venue is large enough to accommodate all of your guests. Seating is first-come, first-served.

What if someone in my family requires disability accommodations?

Please contact Erica Whatley at ewhatley@rvu.edu if one of your guests requires an accommodation for the Commencement Ceremony. Please also state the nature of the accommodation (e.g. accessible seating, etc.)

Where do I park? Does it cost anything?

The Ellie Caulkins Opera House is located in downtown Denver at the Denver Performing Arts Complex on the corner of 14th and Curtis. Entrance to the parking garage is located on 13th and Arapahoe and can accommodate 1700 vehicles. Parking is $12.00 and can be paid via cash or card.

When will I receive my diploma?

Diplomas will be mailed out 4-6 weeks after the ceremony.

I want to order a diploma frame. What are the dimensions of the diploma?

The DO diploma is 11” x 14”.

Will the ceremony be recorded or streamed?

No, the ceremony will not be live streamed, but it will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed out a week after the ceremony.

What is the guest hooder policy?

MSBS Graduates will be hooded by a designated member of the RVU Faculty.

How can my family get up to date Commencement information?

Please refer them to the RVU website/University Events tab.

How long is the ceremony expected to last?

The MSBS Ceremony will last ≈ 1 hour.

Is the Commencement ceremony mandatory?

Yes, the ceremony is mandatory and is required in order to receive your diploma.

Is “Graduation Week” mandatory?

Yes, all graduates will be required to be on campus on Friday, May 19th for rehearsals, photos, regalia pick up, etc.

What is the difference between Commencement and graduation?

Commencement is the ceremony we celebrate your accomplishments as you end your student life and begin your life as a member of the Rocky Vista University’s Alumni Association. Graduation is the act of completing all graduation requirements, e.g., ordering your cap and gown, ordering your graduation announcements, etc.

Will my family be able to take pictures of me as I cross the stage?

No. Family members will not be allowed close enough to the stage to take photos of you. However, a professional photographer will take a picture of each graduates as they receive their degree and a link will be sent to each graduate after the ceremony

How do I order announcements?

Graduates will receive a link with directions on how to order regalia, diploma frames and announcements through Herff Jones. You are also welcome to order from any company you choose.

Does my family need tickets to attend graduation?

No, the venue is large enough to accommodate all of your guests.

What if someone in my family requires disability accommodations?

Please contact Erica Whatley at ewhatley@rvu.edu if one of your guests requires an accommodation for the Commencement Ceremony. Please also state the nature of the accommodation (e.g. accessible seating, etc.)

Where do I park? Does it cost anything?

The Ellie Caulkins Opera House is located at the Denver Performing Arts Complex on the corner of 14th and Curtis. Entrance to the parking garage is located on 13th and Arapahoe and can accommodate 1700 vehicles. Parking is $12.00 and can be paid via cash or card.

When will I receive my diploma?

Diplomas will be mailed out 4-6 weeks after the ceremony.

I want to order a diploma frame. What are the dimensions of the diploma?

The MSBS diploma is 11” x 8.5”.

Will the ceremony be recorded or streamed?

No, the ceremony will not be live streamed, but it will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed out a week after the ceremony.

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MSBS Class of 2024

PA Class of 2024

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Who will coat me during the ceremony?

PA students will all be coated by a member of the PA Faculty.

How can my family get up to date Induction Ceremony information?

Please refer them to the RVU website/University Events tab.

How long is the ceremony expected to last?

The Induction Ceremony will last about an hour.

Is the Induction Ceremony mandatory?

Yes, the ceremony is mandatory.

When will I receive my white coat?

White coats will be distributed before the ceremony.

Is there a rehearsal?

Yes, the rehearsal will happen in person before the ceremony.

Will my guests be able to take pictures of me as I cross the stage?

Yes, your guests will be able to take photos of you. A professional photographer will also take photos of you as you are coated and a link will be sent out after the ceremony.

Does my family need tickets to attend the ceremony?

No, the auditorium is large enough to accommodate all of your guests. Seating is first-come, first-served.

What if someone in my family requires disability accommodations?

Please contact Erica Whatley at ewhatley@rvu.edu if one of your guests requires an accommodation for the Ceremony. Please also state the nature of the accommodation (e.g. accessible seating, etc.)

Where do my guests park and enter?

Event parking will be in the South Lot (Student Parking) and all guests will enter through the south doors on the 2nd floor. A member of the Security team will be onsite to direct your guests to the auditorium.

Will the ceremony be recorded or streamed?

No, the ceremony will not be live streamed, but it will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed out a week after the ceremony.

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COM Class of 2027

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