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Commencement Events
At CSU, spring commencement consists of two key experiences: University-wide Commencement and recognition ceremonies. The first brings the entire graduating class together to mark this milestone among peers and mentors. The latter provides the opportunity for graduates to have their name called, cross a stage and receive their diploma cover.
Know before you go
Getting to Fort Collins
Graduate gifts to commemorate this moment
Traditional grad gifts
Jostens is the home of CSU’s official class ring, hand-selected by alumni to preserve quality and tradition. They also have diploma frames, graduation announcements and regalia accessories available.
The CSU Bookstore provides diploma frames, pre-printed graduation announcements, and a wide selection of Ram pride gifts.
CSU Alumni Association
Visit the Alumni Association’s grad gift guide.
Ride with Ram Pride
If your Ram grad wants to show their pride on the road – the CSU license plate may be the perfect gift.
Alumni Membership
Grad Pack purchases include the first year of Alumni Association membership, which means new graduates have access to member discounts at the CSU Bookstore:
- Members receive 15 percent off four regular priced CSU logo items.
- Life Members receive an additional 25 percent off one CSU logo item in-store.
Download the Alumni Association app to access Bookstore coupons!
Extend your graduate’s membership
With annual and lifetime options, membership gives your grad access to career services, professional development programs, member-only events, and more. Perfect for transitioning from life on campus to life on their own!
Keep your graduate connected to CSU through Alumni Association membership.
From Fort Collins, with love
Downtown Fort Collins is home to more than 170 businesses, providing a variety of dining, shopping, and activities. Purchase a downtown gift card for the difficult-to-buy-for graduate and let them choose their own adventure!
Gifts that support future Rams
CSU Blooms
Bouquets, leis and other gifts will be available for purchase throughout campus during commencement events via the CSU Student Chapter of the Society of American Foresters.
Your purchase helps fund student participation in the national convention, where they connect with forestry professionals and explore career opportunities, as well as hands-on projects like forest restoration, community outreach, and campus traditions.
For the ultimate Ram fan
CSU Athletics is offering an exclusive season ticket package for the newest class of Ram Grads in the Young Professionals section at Canvas Stadium (Sections 120 & 121). This special package is available at a graduate rate of $199, representing a 25% discount exclusively for the Class of 2026.
Tickets go on sale in late spring 2026. To purchase, call the CSU Athletics Ticket Office at 970‑491‑7267, or fill out this form to have an Athletics sales representative contact you.
The CSU Team Store will also be open during commencement ceremonies, both at Canvas Stadium and Moby Arena (trailer).