December 2021 School of Law Commencement

Updated: October 20, 2021.

Commencement details summary as of 10/20/2021:

• The ceremony will be held in-person Friday, December 17, at 7:30 in Lee Arena.
• Our ceremony will be combined with the School of Applied Studies, School of Business, and School of Nursing.
• No registration is required for guests and there is no limit on the number of guests.
• We will follow Shawnee County guidance and health orders regarding COVID-19 safety and will adapt our plans to new developments if they arise.
• The ceremony will be live streamed to allow guests to share in your celebration even if they are unable to attend.
• A group photo will be taken before the ceremony begins. Watch for more details.

Steps for a Successful Graduation

Step 1: BEFORE MARCH 31, 2021 - Graduates turn in Application for Degree (15 KB PDF)

Step 2: MID-OCTOBER 2021 - Sign up for a photo session with Wichers Photography for the Class of 2022 Graduate Composite

• Composite includes December 2021, May, June, and August 2022 Graduates.
• Photo sessions will be November 2, 3, and 4, 2021 at the Law School.
• By appointment only. Schedule your appointment online at:
  https://bookedin.com/book/wichers-photography.

Step 3: OCTOBER 19 and 20, 2021 - Order Graduation Announcements (optional)

• CB Graduation Announcements will be at the GRAD FAIR on October 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
CB Graduation Announcements will be on campus on October 20, 2021 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Step 4: OCTOBER 19-DECEMBER 10, 2021 - Order Regalia from the Ichabod Shop

• Order regalia online or at the GRAD FAIR on October 19, 2021, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., at the Ichabod Shop.
  • You can pick up regalia in store, use SmartLocker pick-up, or have it shipped directly to you. Standard shipping charges will apply.
• Please make sure you have all your pieces when you receive your regalia package!
• Regalia cannot be returned after being opened!
• Cost to purchase a full set of regalia is $99.00.
• After December 10, 2021 you are not guaranteed to receive your regalia in time!
• Email regalia questions to ichabodshop@washburn.edu.
• Law School diplomas are 14 inches high by 17 inches wide.
• Diploma frames are available at a discounted price during the GRAD FAIR on October 19.
  • Order diploma frames online or purchase in store at the Ichabod Shop starting October 19, 2021. (NOTE: Ichabod Shop will NOT ship diploma frames.)

Step 5: NOVEMBER 2, 3, and 4, 2021 - Have your photo taken for the Class of 2022 Graduate Composite

• There is a session fee of $30.00 plus tax (total is $32.75) due at your appointment.
• Each graduate will receive an 11" x 14" print of the composite for this fee.
• You may pay with cash, check or debit/credit card.
• Wichers Photography provides regalia for the photo session.
• A small amount of your clothing will show under the robe. Look at previous year's composites to determine what is appropriate.
• If you miss the November sessions you must have your picture taken by the end of February for it to be included in the composite.

Step 6: BEFORE NOVEMBER 19, 2021 - Complete the Graduate and Employment Information Questionnaire

• Complete the questionaire at: https://washburnlaw.edu/students/commencement/graduateform-december.html.
• If you need to update your information after submitting the questionnaire, send changes to graduates@washburnlaw.edu.

Step 7: BEFORE DECEMBER 17, 2021 - Pre-Register for Photos with Grad Images (Optional)

• Individual photos will be taken of each graduate as hooding occurs, as congratulations are extended by Dean Pratt, and in front of the Law School banner.
• Pre-register to receive no-obligation commencement photo proofs and a 20% discount if you chose to purchase photos. Once the site opens, click on your upcoming graduation and register.
• Questions can be directed to https://www.gradimages.com/Home/ContactUs or call (800) 628-4509.