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Please contact David Vera, SGA Vice President, at
dvera@nhu.edu or 408-273-2741 to RSVP and we encourage the graduates for suggestions.
Download flyer here.
 
 
 
What do I do before the graduation?
 
1.
Petition to Graduate Form:
 
If you have not done so already, submit a Petition to Graduate Form ASAP to your academic advisor Contact: Pamela Bustillo 408-273-2696 or Carmela Hernandez at 408-273-2772.
 
2.
$50.00 Graduation Fee:
 
This fee is paid by all undergraduate (except certificate). It covers the administrative cost to clear you to graduate and the processing of your diploma. Please pay this fee at the Business Office. Contact: Wilbert Lleses 408-273-2688. wlleses@nhu.edu.
 
3.
Caps & Gowns:
 
You can pick-up your cap & gown a week before graduation. The cap & gown package includes: cap, gown, and tassel. The cost of purchasing the gown is $25.00 plus tax. (this includes cap, & tassel), payable at the Business Office prior to gown pick-up. To order please contact Carmela Hernandez @ 408 273-2772 or chernandez@nhu.edu no later than April 4th, 2008! NHU Bookstore- 2nd Floor Room 201 Hours: M-Th 9:30am-1:30pm & 4:30pm-9pm, 408 273-2763 RECEIPT IS REQUIRED! (One stole will be included in the graduation package and additional stoles can be purchased at an additional cost. Click here to learn more.)
 
4.
Graduation Program:
 
Names of all graduates appear in the graduation program in alphabetical order. If you have not confirmed your attendance and name with the Registrar already, contact us! Let us know if you do not want your name to appear in the program. Please confirm by 5/5/2008. Contact: Pamela Bustillo 408-273-2696, pbustil@nhu.edu or Carmela Hernandez at 408-273-2772, chernandez@nhu.edu.
 
5.
Graduation Announcements/Invitations:
 
You can now order personalized announcements and invitations directly from Jostens. Please visit their website at www.jostens.com or contact the NHU Jostens’ representative Annette Frank 800-854-7464 Ext. 56594, franka@jostens.com.
 
6.
Graduation Photos:
 
If you are interested individual photographs please make arrangements prior to the event. You can contact your preferred photography company. RINGS: You can now order class rings directly from Jostens. Please visit their website at www.jostens.com and look for the NHU page or contact the NHU's Jostens' representative Annette Frank 800-854-7646 ex. 56594, franka@jostens.com.
 
7.
Rehearsal:
 
It is very important that you attend the rehearsal. This will be held on Thursday, June 5th at 4:30pm in the Auditorium. Plan to attend! Contact: Pamela Bustillo 408-273-2696, pbustil@nhu.edu or Carmela Hernandez at 408-273-2772, chernandez@nhu.edu.
 
8.
Acknowledgement of Appreciation (Optional):
 
Students will have the opportunity to give a 15 second acknowledgement on graduation day to those whom they would like to thank. If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please turn in your acknowledgement on a 3"x5" card to Carmela Hernandez by 4/23/08.
 
What do I do on the day of graduation?
 
1.
Robing Room: You must report to the Library, in regalia no later than 9:00am!
 
Gowns, etc. not already picked up will be here. Ushers will help in with the regalia, completing your identification card (to be announced as you walk across the stage), lining up in order for group photos, and then filing out to the ceremonies. Refreshments will be available! Contact: Carmela Hernandez 408-273-2772, Lola Paz 408-273-2770.
 
2.
Commencement Day Schedule:
 
  • 8:45-9:15am Graduates Robe & get ready
  • 9:15am Group photo session –location TBD
  • 10:00-12pm Commencement Ceremonies
  • 12pm Reception
 
3.
Have fun and enjoy the day!
 
What do I do after graduation?
  1. Diplomas: You must submit a Conferral of Degree Form available at Student Services in order to process your degree/certificate and order your diploma/certificate. Submit this form to your academic advisor once you complete ALL program requirements. Your advisor will then submit this form to the Office of the Registrar and your diploma will be ordered. You will be contacted once the Office of the Registrar receives your diploma. This takes at least six weeks. Contact: Carmela Hernandez 408-273-2772, Pamela Bustillo 408-273-2696.
 
General Questions:

Any questions about graduation can be addressed to: Pamela Bustillo 408-273-2696, pbustil@nhu.edu or Carmela Hernandez at 408-273-2772, chernandez@nhu.edu.

 
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