Graduation Checklist for IB Undergraduates

IB Graduates at 2005 Commencement

 

TODAY [Undergrads Only]

Degree Check

  • Make sure all university, college, and major requirements are completed.
  • To check, request a DARS report through Bear Facts. NB: Regrettably IB requirements for Undergraduates are not well-reported by DARS. A meeting with Gwen or Nancy in 2033 VLSB is the authoritative "check" on your IB requirements.
  • For discrepancies regarding an L&S requirement (seven-course breadth, Reading & Comp, Quantitative Reasoning, Foreign Language), see an L&S advisor in 113 Campbell.
  • For concerns in the major, see a major advisor in 2033 VLSB (not your Faculty Advisor).

Degree List

  • There are three different degree dates: Spring, Summer, or Fall. When are you officially graduating? That will be the term in which you should join the Degree List.
    • To graduate, you must "declare your candidacy" by the beginning of the term you expect to complete ALL your degree requirements. Adding to the Degree List is the proper way to "declare candidacy". Being on the Degree List DOES NOT equate with RSVP'ing for the IB Commencement.

Finishing in Spring 2008?

  • Add yourself to the Spring 2008 degree list via Tele-BEARS by the 1st day of classes.
  • Verify your degree list status by checking your "Profile" on Bear Facts and reviewing the "Degree Candidate" status.
  • If you are graduating this semester and are not yet on the degree list, you'll need to file a "Petition to be Added to the Degree List [PDF]" at 113 Campbell by March 14th. After March 14, Degree List adds require an extra step, so act early.
  • You can remove yourself from the Degree List via L&S petition by the last day of the term. Consult the advisors in 113 Campbell Hall for specifics.

Finishing in Summer or Fall 2008?

  • Add yourself to the Summer or Fall 2008 degree list throughTele-BEARS (when registering for your summer or fall classes).
  • NOTE: You may participate in the IB Commencement ceremony only if completing all IB requirements by Summer '08.


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DECEMBER - FEBRUARY

Sign up to RSVP online for the May 24th IB Commencement Ceremony and reserve a maximum of four (4) free tickets.

  • Graduating students: If you are eligible to participate in the IB Ceremony, please go to the RSVP page by FEB. 29, 2008. This is how to reserve your 4 free tickets and ensure your name will be in the printed program.
  • Last chance to ensure that your name appears in the program is February 29, 2008.

Check the rest of the Graduation & Commencement Section for additional information.

MAKE ARRANGEMENTS for you and your guests. Check Berkeley's Convention & Visitor's Bureau website for lodging & other helpful information.

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MARCH - MAY

Order your Grad Pack (e.g., graduation announcements) and/or rent your cap & gown from the Cal Student Store.

Get Tickets for Graduation

  • Integrative Biology Commencement:
    • Each graduating student who signed up to be in the Commencement Ceremony by February 29 can pick up his/her free tickets in the IB Undergraduate Office in 2033 Valley Life Sciences Building from May 13 through May 20 during regular office hours, 9 am - 4 pm (will remain open during noon hour this week only).
    • Graduating students must bring their student ID.
    • A ticket is required for everyone except graduates and children who will sit on an adult's lap.
    • No free tickets will be available on Commencement Day.
    • Additional tickets may be purchased at 2033 VLSB between May 13 - May 20, while supply lasts.
      • You may purchase a maximum of two (2) tickets in addition to the 4 free tickets. Seating is general admission, regardless of any letters/numbers appearing on tickets. All seats must be filled, as this will be a "SOLD OUT" event. Please inform your families that they should leave no empty seats in mid-row and may not be able to "save" seats for late-arriving family members. "Extra" tickets to IB's 2007 Commencement SOLD OUT before noon on the first day of availability. Please plan ahead to be in line outside 2033 VLSB early on May 13, 2008.
      • Tickets will be $6 each, to be paid by check or money order ONLY payable to "UC Regents". (NO CASH PAYMENT ACCEPTED)
      • For details, visit the Commencement Tickets & RSVP page.
  • Campus-Wide Convocation:
    • The campus-wide graduation ceremony will be held Wednesday, May 9 at 4:00pm in the Hearst Greek Theatre.
    • Tickets for the Campus-Wide Convocation will be available at the Grad Fair (late April TBA) at the Alumni House (next to the Haas Pavilion). For details please visit http://seniors.berkeley.edu/
    • Bring a valid student ID. For more information, visit the Graduation Gateway website.

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MAY

May 24, 2008 - IB Commencement!

  • Rain or shine, head for the Zellerbach Auditorium, ready "to walk" by 8:30 am.
  • Wear comfortable shoes; you'll be standing a fair amount and walking down a dark staircase.
  • All graduates should arrive no later than 8:15 am to line up in the processional.
  • Doors to Zellerbach Hall will open at 8:30 am. Seating is first-come, first-serve for this General Admission event (regardless of any letters or numbers appearing on the printed ticket).
  • Please ask your guests to fill every seat; no empty seats in middle of the row. This will be a "Sold Out" event.
  • The elderly and those using a wheelchair or needing special help will be allowed to enter at 8:15 am with one helping adult to guide them.

Keep your address, phone, and email information current via Bear Facts for at least 4 months after leaving Cal, in case the university needs to contact you about the processing of your degree.

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AUGUST

Check your unofficial transcript on Bear Facts to make sure you graduated!

OCTOBER

Obtain your diploma (if you are a Spring 2008 Grad).

  • Diplomas are ready approximately four months after graduation.
  • You can pick yours up in person for free or arrange to have it mailed to you for a fee. See the Registrar's website for more information.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR GRADUATES!!

 

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