[Agvisors] Update: CALS graduation communication

Fri Feb 28 10:30:58 MST 2020

An update on CALS graduation planning and communication. Let me know if you/your students have any questions at all!

  *   CALS Graduation Newsletter: A draft of the second issue is below (for reference only, please do not forward to your student lists). We'll continue to publish the newsletter, particularly as deadlines are closer.
     *   If you know of students walking in May 2020 but who are graduating in a different semester have them email me directly. I'll add their info to the graduation email list and also ensure their name runs in the program.
  *   About 700 total ugrads and grads are graduating in May 2020. As of 2/27/2020 we have 146 student RSVPs.
     *   RSVP is required - the deadline is April 29 (this will ensure their name appears in the print program)
  *   RSVP for UA graduation ceremony will open mid-March
  *   FYI - CALS has two college colors for graduation. The color of the Tassel and College Stole of Gratitude depends on the primary CALS major: Maize for Agriculture majors and Maroon for all majors in the Norton School of Family & Consumer Sciences.
     *   FYI: The Maize stoles are currently out of stock at the BookStores. More are expected within the next two weeks, they'll definitely be in stock for GradFest (3/24-3/27).
  *   CALS cords: As a college, CALS awards undergraduate students two types of cords: Honors Cord (red or red/white/blue) for academic distinction is awarded annually in October and the copper colored Leadership Cord, awarded annually in April. At graduation time, students often remember they neglected to pick up their cords at the designated event. If that happens, contact:
     *   Academic Distinction/Honors cord, contact Cecilia Mazon (cmazon at email.arizona.edu<mailto:cmazon at email.arizona.edu>)
     *   Leadership cord, contact Gabrielle Sykes-Casavant (gms at email.arizona.edu<mailto:gms at email.arizona.edu>)

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To: Sykes-Casavant, Gabrielle - (gms) <gms at email.arizona.edu>
Subject: [TEST] Graduation Planning: 3 Tips for Success

UA GradFest, 3/24-3/27

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Graduation Planning: 3 Tips for Success
#1: RSVP for the big events and celebrations! Graduating students are required to RSVP - by the RSVP deadlines - for the following events:

  *   CALS Senior Sendoff<https://t.e2ma.net/click/j7pskc/3am76l/f4gojr>
  *   CALS Graduation Convocation<https://t.e2ma.net/click/j7pskc/3am76l/vwhojr>
  *   UA Commencement (RSVP opens mid-March)

#2: Save the Dates. CALS and the UA coordinate several opportunities for you to make the most of your graduation! Save these dates now for:

  *   UA GradFest
  *   CALS Grad Cap Decorating

#3: Be Recognized! It's your time to shine - you've earned the spotlight!

  *   CALS Senior Profile Slide
  *   CALS Senior Speaker Submission

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One-Stop Graduation Shopping
We've made it easy to prepare for graduation. Join the UA Bookstores for GradFest--your first official celebration of graduation and a one-stop-shop for all graduation and ceremony necessities, including:

  *   Bachelors and Masters graduation regalia
  *   Grad announcements and invitations
  *   Class rings and Diploma frames
  *   Collegiate Tags and graduation stoles
  *   Professional photography by DiFranco Photo<https://t.e2ma.net/click/j7pskc/3am76l/jnmojr>

UA GradFest
March 24-27 | 9 am - 5 pm
Main Campus Bookstore, Student Union Memorial Center
1209 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ

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Our College Colors: Maize & Maroon
CALS is a wonderfully diverse college.  Our 18 majors - ranging from Veterinary Science to Personal & Family Financial Planning - highlight this fact!
Our college colors also celebrate our diversity. In fact, CALS is the only UA college to have two college colors: Maize and Maroon.
What does this mean for you? For graduation, the color of your Tassel and College Stole of Gratitude depends on your primary CALS major:

  *   Maize for Agriculture majors and
  *   Maroon for all majors in the Norton School of Family & Consumer Sciences.

Important: The Maize stoles are currently out of stock at the UA BookStores. A shipment is expected within the next two weeks. Maize stoles will definitely be available at GradFest.

Get Creative: Decorate your Grad Cap!
Now that you've purchased your graduation cap, get creative and express yourself by decorating your cap! We provide all the baubles, sparkles, glue, and trinkets needed to bring your vision to life. Come alone or in a group - just make sure to join us and be part of the fun!

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CALS Senior Profile Slide
Submit a picture, your involvement, and a Thank You message for your slide!
Slides will be displayed during the CALS Senior Sendoff and at the CALS Graduation Convocation ceremony at McKale.
Submit your slide info by Thursday, May 7, 2020.
Review the Senior Profile Slide requirements<https://t.e2ma.net/click/j7pskc/3am76l/v0oojr>

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Be the Voice of CALS!
Apply for the honor of speaking in front of more than 5,000 students, friends and family at the May 2020 CALS Graduation Convocation ceremony!
Read more about the CALS Senior Speaker submission and selection process<https://t.e2ma.net/click/j7pskc/3am76l/rlqojr>

Interested? Follow these 3 steps to apply:

  1.  Reflect on your time in CALS and the UA.
  2.  Draft a speech that shares what your education in CALS and the University has meant to you and what the future might hold for you and your classmates.
  3.  Submit your 1-2 minute draft speech by Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 11:59 pm AZ time!

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