Grad Central

Congratulations, Shocker!

Your next chapter starts here. Let’s make it official.

Whether you are finishing up your capstone courses, or fresh out of a cap and gown. Learn the smoothest steps to wrap up your graduation, how you can connect with fellow alumni and stay connected to Shocker Nation.

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Graduating Seniors Checklist

Graduation Checklist:

Apply for your Degree
RSVP for commencement
Order your regalia
Make your Senior Class Gift (get an exclusive zipper pull)
RSVP for, and attend “The Toast.”
Update your Shocker Central profile.
Join the Shocker GOLD alumni network
Attend your first alumni event
Leave your mark, purchase an Alumni Walkway Brick

Alumni Perks: What to look forward to!

Exclusive Events during Shocktoberfest, Heritage Gala, reunions and regional gatherings
Career support for life, not just while you’re enrolled.
15% off the Shocker Store (yes, it stacks with pride)
Alumni Networks
The Shocker Magazine 2x per year
Shocker Connect e-newsletter (hitting your inbox bi-monthly)

Events

Networks

Join Shocker GOLD

(Graduates Of the Last Decade)

Built for recent grads and young professionals—networking without the awkwardness. Shocker GOLD is your built-in community upon graduation. GOLD strives to create meaningful opportunities to connect, offering early career guidance, celebrating milestones, and staying engaged with one another—and with the institution we love. Through engaging events and volunteer opportunities, we aim to cultivate a lifelong connection rooted in Shocker pride.