Kremen School of Education and Human Development Commencement

Liberal Studies, Master's Degree and Doctoral Degree candidates will attend in cap and gown, which are available for order starting March 18, 2024 at the Kennel Bookstore.

Wayfinders and T.A.R.G.E.T. certificate candidates will attend in business attire. 

Information for credential candidates will be announced at a future date.

• Wayfinders, and T.A.R.G.E.T. Certificate Candidates will attend in business attire.
• Liberal Studies, Master’s Degree, and Doctoral Degree Candidates will attend in cap and gown.

Stoles for the Kremen School of Education and Human Development will go on sale to the public on Monday, March 18, 2024 through the Kennel Bookstore.

Grad Boxes are on sale now through the Fresno State Alumni Association website! If you are a fall or summer 2024 graduate, this is your one chance to get your Grad Box. We only sell them once a year and supplies are limited. There are even more ways to celebrate your graduation with Grad Fest!

Order your Grad Box

Graduates should arrive at the Save Mart Center loading dock 45-60 minutes prior to the ceremony. 

Please check back soon for a map of the Save Mart Center arena to let your guests know which side they should sit on to get the best view of you!

Note: When leaving your seat to go on to stage, make sure to take all belongs since you may not be returning to the same seat.

• 2023 Commencement Program
• 2022 Commencement Program
• 2021 Commencement Program

Livestream can be viewed through the main Commencement website at commencement.fresnostate.edu.

Professional photographers from Flash Photography will take photos of each graduate as they cross the stage and then again after they exit the stage. Flash Photography will use the email address that you provide on your name card to send you complimentary proofs. 

Share your grad experience with us on social media. Tag us at @fresnokremenedu or #KremenGrad or Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook or tag Fresno State at #FresnoStateGrad.

Clear Bag Policy: Only clear bags will be allowed inside Save Mart Center (no purses, backpacks, or totes)

Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and must not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12.”
Small clutch bags, 4.5″ x 6.5″ x 2″ can be taken into the arena in addition to one of the approved clear bags described above.
An exception will be made for any necessary medical items, but all such items are subject to inspection prior to entry into Save Mart Center.

Visit the Save Mart Center Venue Entry Requirements webpage for the most current requirements.

The Save Mart Center arena is located at 2650 E. Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93710 at the intersection of Chestnut and Shaw Avenues. Free parking is available during Commencement weekend directly north of the arena. For specific directions to the arena, please review the Save Mart Center visitor information.

You may not park at Campus Pointe or any surrounding businesses. Your car may be towed. 

Clear Bag Policy: Only clear bags will be allowed inside Save Mart Center (no purses, backpacks, or totes)

Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and must not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12.”
Small clutch bags, 4.5″ x 6.5″ x 2″ can be taken into the arena in addition to one of the approved clear bags described above.
An exception will be made for any necessary medical items, but all such items are subject to inspection prior to entry into Save Mart Center.

Visit the Save Mart Center Venue Entry Requirements webpage for the most current requirements.

Please visit the Save Mart Center website detailing accessibility information for guests. Learn about accessible seating and parking, interpretors, service animals, assisted listening devices, elevators and wheelchair escorts.