Information to help the Class of 2025 prepare for graduation. Be sure to review the Graduating Senior Checklist.
Beautiful Bouquets & Leis
A beautiful Oxy tradition is to wear an orchid lei on graduation day! Also available will be bouquets & kukui nuts. Pre-order from our campus approved vendor The Commencement Group to pick up the day of graduation at booths around campus. Give kukui nuts and orchid leis to grads & friends or a bouquet to someone who helped you through your years at Oxy.
Announcements
Announcements are a wonderful way to let family & friends know about your accomplishment! Graduation announcements may be ordered at the Class of 2025 Grad Fair on Tue, Feb 25th 11:30a-1:30p or on the Balfour/CB Grad website.
Cap & Gown
Pre-order your cap & gown rental during the Class of 2025 Grad Fair on Tue, Feb 25th 11:30a-1:30p. Fees are not due until you pick up your regalia during senior week. Rental fee is $47.99 plus tax. Your gown is a rental and must be returned to the patio of the Oxy Bookstore directly after commencement. Your cap & tassel is your keepsake.
College Rings
College rings are available through Balfour and Jostens. Rings may be ordered on their website or during the Class of 2025 Grad Fair on Tue, Feb 25th 11:30a-1:30p. Jostens will also be on campus additional days TBD.
Diploma Frames
Proudly display your achievement by framing your diploma. Customize your own diploma frame on our website: oxybookstore.universityframes.com. There are many wood moldings and options and openings for your diploma, photo or even your tassel. Limited stock available in-store. Order your diploma frame at the online link on Feb 25, 2025 and receive FREE SHIPPING
Graduation Photographs
An independent photographer will be at Commencement to photograph each graduate at the moment the diploma is presented. Several weeks after Commencement a link to image proofs & pricing will be sent to your student’s email address on record with the Registrar's Office.