What is it and why attend:
- Have the chance to win free regalia (cap and gown) or a diploma frame
- Buy regalia, order graduation announcements and/or a class ring
- Confirm the spelling of your name and check your mailing address for your diploma
- Undergraduates only: Pick up your university honors cords (if applicable)
- Learn about NKU Alumni Association benefits
- Sit for graduation or professional portraits by GradImages
- Talk to Graduate Education and Career Services team members
- Learn about the Class Gift project and how you can help
- Browse the NKU Bookstore’s display of graduation gifts and other items
- Get answers to all your commencement questions
If you can't attend:
- Attendance at Grad Fair is not required to participate in the commencement ceremony.
- Undergraduate and master’s regalia, non-custom doctoral regalia, announcements, diploma frames and class rings may be ordered online at the Herff Jones website through April 8. The above regalia and diploma frames can also be purchased in the NKU Bookstore through May 10.
- For qualifying undergraduates, university honors cords will also be available to pick upat your college dean’s office and at commencement on May 10.
- To check the spelling of your name on your diploma, go to the myNKU portal, select the Student Self-Service tab and select “Apply for Graduation.” View more detailed instructions.
- Questions? Email registrar@nku.edu.
Important deadlines:
Follow these deadlines in order to get your regalia on time for the Saturday, May 10, 2025, commencement ceremonies:
- Feb. 25 - April 8: Undergraduate, master’s & doctoral regalia is available for purchase at Herff Jones
- March 7: Last day to purchase custom-tailored doctoral regalia
- April 8: Last day to purchase non-custom doctoral regalia
- May 10: Last day for NKU Bookstore in-person purchases of undergraduate and master’s regalia
Get the most up-to-date information about the commencement ceremonies, including guest policies, seating, accessibility, parking, FAQ and more.
Make your Class Gift!
The Class Gift is a special opportunity to make an impact at NKU before you graduate. Make a gift of $20.25 to the area of campus that means the most to you and receive a commemorative “NKU Philanthropist” stole to wear at graduation.
Victor's Salute to Graduates
Join us for Victor's Salute to Graduates on Wednesday, April 30 at 5-6:30 p.m.! This is your official welcome to the NKU Alumni Association and an opportunity to toast your accomplishments and bright future. Graduates will make professional connections with current alumni, enjoy light appetizers and get access to resources to prepare for life beyond graduation. Please RSVP to attend.
Who to contact for additional questions?
Please note: This email does not serve as official notification of your eligibility to graduate in May. Please contact your academic advisor with questions about your graduation status.
See you at Grad Fair!
Best regards,
Kara Olding
Associate Director, Alumni Engagement and Special Events
