February 2011
Dear Saint John’s University Graduating Senior and Family:
Saint John’s University graduation will be Sunday, May 15, 2011. Together with other campus offices, we have designed
a program that we hope will make it both a fun and memorable day. The Saint John’s University Bookstore has
scheduled a special event called Grad Finale on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 to assist you with your graduation needs.
This is a one-stop shopping experience that will put you in touch with the proper people to ensure you are on track for the
big day.
DATE:
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
TIME:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
PLACE:
Great Hall
GRAND PRIZE DRAWING: Free Class Ring from Herff Jones – Register at the event
Who will be there?
Alumni Office/Senior Class Committee
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Register for the Senior Banquet (free event for all seniors), your official welcoming into the Saint
John’s Alumni Association
Help your Senior Class Campaign meet its goals and get a senior medallion by making a gift! Learn
more about how the Annual Fund makes an impact on today’s students
Learn about your membership and involvement in the Alumni Association
Saint John’s University Bookstore
 Receive your cap and gown if you have completed the application for graduation
 Diploma frames will be available to purchase the day of the event. Frames will be discounted 20% March 20-27.
 Pre orders of commencement DVD - $27
 Pre orders of the custom engraved St. John’s Graduation Crosses - $140
 More information and gift ideas at www.csbsju.edu/bookstore/graduation.htm
 Bookstore will accept student ID, cash, check, bookstore gift cards or credit cards
Career Services
 Discuss your transition plans
 Obtain information on services available to you as a senior and alumni
Registrar’s Office
 Verify eligibility for participation in commencement
 Verify accuracy of name for diploma and commencement booklet
 A $40 commencement fee is charged to your account. The fee contributes to the cost of your diploma, meal
tickets, cap and gown. If you are not going to be participating in the commencement ceremony, the fee can be
removed by contacting the Registrar’s Office. (email – rostdwr2@csbsju.edu)
Herff Jones - www.herffjones.com/college/graduation
 Purchase class rings, diploma frames and announcements
 Special pricing on rings this day only! Save $50, $100 or $150 off a ring!
 Herff Jones will accept student ID, check, cash or credit cards
Grad Images
PHOTOS WILL BE TAKEN!
 Free sitting for a formal portrait in a cap and gown
 A proof will be sent to your home address with no obligation to purchase
Student Activities and Leadership Development & Saint John’s Senate
 Sale of senior farewell t-shirts (This is your ticket into the senior farewell BBQ)
 SJU Senate will accept cash or check. Costs will be announced via email in early March
If you have any questions, please contact the Saint John’s University Bookstore at: 320-363-2495 or toll free at 800420-4509