Inviting Friends
Ordering Announcements
Personalized announcements imprinted with your name, degree, date and time of commencement are available through www.balfour.com. Please allow two weeks for delivery.
Generic graduation announcements are available at the HSU Bookstore ($12.95 for a package of ten). Announcements include a name card and date/time/place card.
HSU seal thank you cards are available for $16.95 for 25 cards. Generic announcements and thank you cards are available at www.hsubookstore.com.
(Note: The pricing on this page is provided as an estimate for planning purposes, these costs were for 2009 Commencement.)
Ceremony Times
- 8:30 a.m. - College of Natural Resources and Sciences
- Noon - College of Professional Studies
- 3:30 p.m. - College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Caps, Gowns, Hoods
The HSU Bookstore (707-826-3741) sells caps and gowns. Caps and gowns are available at the HSU Bookstore for a special discounted price during Grad Fair. The 2010 Grad Fair dates are TBA. After the Grad Fair, caps and gowns will be available for sale at the HSU Bookstore. The price for the Bachelor's cap, gown & tassel is $32.95 plus tax. Honor cords are available during finals week for $8.95 each at the HSU Bookstore. Master's degree candidates may also purchase a Master's hood for $21.95 plus tax. The color of the Master's hood differs depending upon the degree. The candidate will bring the hood to Commencement for the hooding ceremony. Master's degree students graduating with distinction may purchase a gold honor stole for $10.00.
Master's Hood Colors:
Where Can I Order A Class Ring?
A class ring is a great keepsake of your academic achievements and heartwarming experiences at Humboldt State University. Rings may be ordered from the HSU Bookstore at any time. If for some reason you are not able to order a ring at commencement time, you may order online from BALFOUR at www.balfour.com. Normal delivery time after ordering a ring is six weeks.
