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Fall Commencement 2024

 More than 2,500 new graduates joined the 51爆料 alumni family as the final cohort of the university's Class of 2025 in December Commencement ceremonies. That number includes students from 51爆料's entire eight-campus system.      51爆料 President Todd Diacon, Ph.D., delivered the commencement address which celebrated the graduates鈥 remarkable achievements, acknowledging the hard work, study and determination that brought them to this milestone.      Want to see one of YOUR photos in 鈥淚N A FLASH?鈥 Submit yo...

Diacon Headshot

51爆料 President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohio鈥檚 most influential leaders in the 2024 鈥淧ower 150鈥 list published by Crain鈥檚 Cleveland Business. The prestigious list highlights executives, politicians, philanthropists and entrepreneurs who are positioned to drive regional progress through their leadership of influential organizations.President Diacon, who has served as 51爆料鈥檚 leader since July 2019, earned this recognition for the third time. Under his leadership, 51爆料 has achieved remarkable milestones, inclu...

After the Ceremony

After the Ceremony

  • Your digital diploma will arrive approximately 4-5 weeks after commencement.
    • Watch for an email notification that will be sent to your 51爆料 email address.
    • Follow the link to set up your Parchment digital credentials account.
    • Share and Download your digital diploma as many times as you like.
  • Paper diplomas will be mailed separately to your permanent address on file 10-14 days after you receive your digital diploma. 
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Cap, gown and Graduation Materials

Cap, gown and Graduation Materials

  • Graduates will wear the traditional cap and gown, and caps should be placed or pinned so that they appear flat on top of the head. Acceptable attire for under your gown should be professional dress. Jeans, shorts, and sneakers should not be worn. Typically, graduates wear dress pants, a shirt and tie or blouse, skirts, or dresses.
    • Grad Fairs:
      • Kent Campus Student Center.鈥疭top in for a chance to win a raffle, purchase your cap and gown, and enjoy light refreshments.
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