The general CU Commencement is where all undergraduate and graduate students officially receive their degrees. Students stand as their programs of study are called but are not recognized as individuals. CU maintains a website with specific information about the event for students and family members. There is no Commencement ceremony in the summer. August graduates may take part in either the May or December ceremonies the year they graduate.
Most departments, including the Environmental Studies department, hold recognition ceremonies where students are called by name. The Environmental Studies event is usually the afternoon afterÌýthe university commencement ceremony. Information is published to the department Graduation page and emailed to graduating students.