Communications
Please check here for email correspondence to students and social media postings regarding commencement!
Timeline
Check here for communications from official Ƶsocial media channels and texts!
Social Media:
April 22, 2026
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April 17, 2026: ƵReminder: Commencement Tassel portal closes on April 21. Login through SSO and record your name pronunciation and check information accuracy!
March 17, 2026: ƵReminder: Commencement Tassel RSVP Portal is open: confirm your attendance, record your name pronunciation, claim your tickets, and more! RSVP is open until April 21.
April 29, 2026
Subject: Maximize Your Commencement Experience
Message:
Dear Graduates,
Commencement is just weeks away!
RSVP and secure your guest tickets NOW! Access the Tassel tile in your ƵSSO to claim your tickets today and ensure your guests have seats at your ceremony!
Please review our Commencement and to be prepared for your ceremony.
ARRIVE EARLY
Parking lots and guest security will open 90 minutes before the ceremony. Parking is free for graduates and guests from gate opening until one hour after the ceremony. Please ensure your guests are seated at least 30 mins BEFORE posted ceremony time so they may see you processing in to your seat.
- Graduate Parking: Pyramid Parking Structure and Lots G6 & G11.
- Guest Parking: Palo Verde Structures (North & South).
- ADA drop-off: available on the ground floor of Palo Verde North.
- Ride-share drop-off/pick up: located in Lot G11 (Pyramid). Ride-share will not be allowed into the lots, so save time and direct your rideshare to the Pyramid lot G11.
* Do NOT park in Brotman Hall or any employee/staff (“E”) lots—these are not free during commencement and are subject to ticketing and towing. Please inform your guests.
WHAT TO EXPECT on ceremony day:
- GRADPASSES: Grads will pick up their Grad Passes at check-in. Please note the updated location: Lot E4 (Employee Parking Lot 4 next to the Pool). DO NOT LOSE THIS PASSas it is your ticket to main stage for name announcement and your name and academic information display on the video displays.
- PROCESSIONAL:
- Grads will proceed from check-in to line-up for the graduate processional line by department. Follow your college staff instructions.
- Beginning promptly at the ceremony start time, graduates will process into the graduate seating and be featured on the digital displays.
- PROGRAM:
- The Platform Party, including university and college officials, will then process out to the main stage and the spoken program will begin.
- Graduates will be notified by an announcement and their Faculty Marshals when to stand and make their way in an orderly fashion to the field to line up to cross the stage.
- STAGE CROSSING:
- Once graduates arrive to the main stage, they will scan their GradPass. Graduates will be handed a diploma cover, please have empty hands on stage. Commencement staff will indicate when and where to stand on the main stage for their name announcement and display on the video display.
- FACE THE AUDIENCE for your moment. You will be captured live in a frame that will include your name, degree and major on the jumbotrons.
- A stage staff member will then escort you off stage where another photographer will capture your photo.
- Staff will direct you to make your way back to your seats.
- CONFERRAL OF DEGREES: Stay seated. Once all grads have crossed, the OFFICIAL CONFERRAL OF DEGREES will be bestowed and turning of the tassels as grads officially are graduated!
GRADUATE RECOGNITION PROGRAM
QR codes will be displayed for graduates and guests to access the digital programs. You can download a digital copy from the the week of the ceremonies.
LIVESTREAM
Ceremony livestreams will be posted on the Commencement website the week of ceremonies.
For information on ASL interpreting, closed captioning, and other accommodation information, please visit:
Congratulations and GO BEACH!
April 17, 2026
Subject: URGENT! Record your Name Pronunciation in Tassel by April 21
Message:
Dear Graduates:
This is an urgent reminder to log into Tassel before the April 21 deadline.
Access Tassel this weekend to submit your preferred name pronunciation and secure your 10 free guest tickets. This is your opportunity to ensure your name is pronounced correctly and your commencement experience is personalized.
If you do not log into Tassel by April 21, our professional name readers will use the default pronunciation of your name on file, and you will be required to request access to your guest tickets separately.
Don’t miss this important deadline!
April 13, 2026
Subject: Reminder: RSVP for Commencement by April 21
Message:
Congratulations, Beach Grads! 🎉
Your big moment is almost here—this is a friendly reminder to RSVP for Commencement, record your name pronunciation, and claim your 10 free guest tickets by April 21. Access the Tassel tile in your MyƵStudent Center.
NEW! GUEST RESOURCES We encourage you to explore our new Guest Resources page. Local businesses are offering special discounts and perks for graduating students and their families as part of the celebration—don’t miss out! Guest Resources: /commencement/guest-resources
Be sure to complete your RSVP by April 21 to record your name pronunciation and secure your guest tickets. We strongly encourage you to log in early, as the system may slow down closer to the deadline.
🎓 MAY 17–21: COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES
Pick up your GradPass up to 90 minutes before your ceremony at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC).
🌿 Become a Green Grad
Celebrate sustainably! The Green Grad Campaign encourages you to choose eco-friendly alternatives to confetti and glitter when taking graduation photos on campus. Take the pledge by April 17 for a chance to win a free grad portrait session:
/sustainability/become-a-green-grad
For more commencement details, please visit our FAQ page.
Additional questions? We’re here to help—email us at commencement@csulb.edu.
April 6, 2026
Subject: 🎓 Congratulations Beach Grads! Important Commencement Reminders
Message:
Congratulations, Beach Grads! 🎉
Your big moment is almost here—don’t forget to RSVP for Commencement and claim your 10 free guest tickets through your MyƵStudent Center.
If you’ve already submitted your RSVP, we also encourage you to explore our new Guest Resourcespage. Local businesses are offering special discounts and perks for graduating students and their families as part of the celebration—be sure to take advantage! Link: /commencement/guest-resources
UPCOMING KEY DATES AND EVENTS
APRIL 21: RSVP DEADLINE
Complete your RSVP by April 21 to record your name pronunciation and secure your guest tickets.
We recommend logging in early—many students may wait until the last minute, which could slow down the system. The portal opened on March 17, so you have plenty of time to complete your RSVP.
MAY 17–21: COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES 🎓
Pick up your GradPass up to 90 minutes before your ceremony at the Graduate Check-in Area (TBD).
Become a Green Grad 🌿
Celebrate sustainably! The Green Grad Campaign encourages you choose fun, eco-friendly alternatives to confetti and glitter when taking graduation photos on campus.
Take the pledge by April 17 for a chance to win a free grad portrait session. Link: /sustainability/become-a-green-grad
For more commencement details and information, please visit our FAQ page.
Questions? We’re here to help—email us at commencement@csulb.edu.
March 17, 2026
Subject: Tassel RSVP & Ticket Portal Now Open – RSVP for Commencement & Senior Send-Off!
Message:
Dear Graduates,
Your Tassel RSVP & Ticket portal tile is now live in your ƵSSO! Use the Tassel chiclet/tile to RSVP for your ceremony, record your name pronunciation, and claim your FREE 10 guest tickets.
Before accessing Tassel, please review the RSVP & Tickets tutorial: .
Key Dates
- March 17: Tassel opens through your ƵSSO.
- March 27: Deadline to (April 17) — a formal dinner hosted by ƵAlumni and the Commencement Team featuring networking and professional development.
- April 17: for a chance to win a free graduation photoshoot.
- April 17: at the Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center.
- April 21 (11:59 p.m.): Tassel closes. Please complete your RSVP early to avoid system congestion. Deadlines cannot be extended due to outages or technical issues.
- May 17–21: Commencement ceremonies take place. Livestreams will be available on the Commencement website.
GradPass Pickup:
Pick up your GradPass (student ceremony ticket) at Grad Check-in (location TBD) 60–90 minutes before your ceremony. You must have this card to cross the stage.
For additional details, visit the Commencement website and review the FAQ page. If you have questions not covered there, please email commencement@csulb.edu.
Congratulations and Go Beach! 🌊🎓
March 13, 2026
Subject: Reminder: Tassel Ticket Portal Opens March 17 – Claim Your Free Commencement Tickets
Message:
Dear Graduate,
You’re almost at the finish line! This is a friendly reminder that once you have Applied to Graduate, paid your fees, and RSVP’d in Tassel, you are eligible to claim your FREE commencement e-tickets.
🗓️ The Tassel ticketing portal opens March17 to RSVP to your ceremony THEN claim your 10 tickets.
ʦ️ Tassel Ticketing — Next Steps for Graduates
1. Log in to Tassel
Access Tassel using your ƵSSO beginning March 17.
2. Claim Your Tickets
You may claim up to 10 tickets, the maximum allowed by the university.
3. Send Tickets
After claiming your tickets, email them directly to your guests—or send them to yourself for easy distribution.
Please note: Tickets display your name for tracking purposes only and do not affect guest entry.
4. Manage Your Tickets Anytime
You may access and manage your tickets in Tassel up until the day of the ceremony.
ʦ️ Tickets are free and may not be resold.
🎉 For Guests
- 📩 Tickets are sent directly from the graduate via email.
- 📱 Guests are encouraged to save tickets to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for quick access.
- 🔍 At the venue, guests should present the QR code (on their phone or a printed copy) for entry.
- Once they've been scanned, they cannot be re-scanned/re-used! No venue re-entry.
👉 Mark your calendar for March17 and RSVP for your ceremony, check your name pronunciation (& record if necessary) then claim your tickets!
Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone. We look forward to celebrating your achievement!
Best regards,
The Commencement Team
February 17, 2026
Subject: Commencement MAY 17-21, 2026
Message:
Greetings Beach Family,
Commencement is officially scheduled — and your ceremony details are now available.
We’re excited to celebrate the Class of 2026 at George Allen Field.
👉 Visit the to:
- Confirm your specific college ceremony details
- Track required steps
- Stay up to date as details are added
⚠️ Important for Your Name & Recognition
If you completed Apply to Graduate by March 1:
- Your name will appear in your college's Graduate Recognition Program
- Your name, degree, and major will be displayed on the jumbo LED screens as you cross the stage
📅 Key Dates To Put On Your Calendar
March 1
- Last day to Apply to Graduate without a late fee
- Deadline for inclusion in the Graduate Recognition Program
March 9-12, 10am-7pm
- — everything you need for Commencement at the University Bookstore
March 16
- application opens
March 17
- Tassel opens (RSVP, name pronunciation, guest tickets: 10 per grad) through the MYƵSSO
- Available only to grads who have APPLIED TO GRADUATE and paid the fee.
April 17
- at the Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center for grads who applied and were accepted.
April 21
- Last day to record your name pronunciation in Tassel
May 17–21
- Commencement ceremonies
- Pick up your Tassel GradPass up to 90 minutes before your ceremony at grad check-in location TBD. Review for updates.
🎟 What Is Tassel?
Tassel is required for Commencement. It allows you to:
- RSVP to your ceremony(ies)
- Review your stage jumbo LED display information (college, major, degree, name)
- Record your name pronunciation
- Receive your 10 guest tickets - 10 per grad.
- Trigger your name announcement + grad info as you cross stage
- Send your guests an email about your ceremony (Friends & Family Commencement Information)
- Send out digital graduation announcement. Physical grad announcements are through the Bookstore.
Watch for further information emails!
Stay Informed
This is the first email in ourCommencement series.
Your best resource is always the , which will be updated regularly.
- When it becomes available, check the FAQ page first for questions (to be posted next week)
- Missing emails? Check the
- Still need help? Email commencement@csulb.edu
Congratulations, Beach Graduate — we can’t wait to celebrate you.
GO BEACH! 🎓
—
The Commencement Team
