Schedule and More
Order of Events
Gates open
9 a.m.
Processional
10 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Elizabeth Chilton, Chancellor, WSU Pullman
Introductions
Lisa Guerrero, Associate Vice Provost for Equity and Inclusive Excellence
Clif Stratton, Vice Chancellor for Academic Engagement
Sophomore Welcome
Alex Madsen
Faculty Keynote
Sophia Tegart, Assistant Professor of Flute, School of Music
Pinning Ceremony
Elizabeth Chilton, Chancellor, WSU Pullman
ASWSU Welcome
Luke Deschenes, ASWSU President
Closing Remarks
Ellen Taylor, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
WSU Fight Song
Recessional
Mace
The University Mace leads the processional at University Convocation and at Commencement.
The mace is a traditional symbol of legal and chartered authority; it is an evolution of the ceremonial scepters that have been carried by kings and dignitaries through thousands of years of human history.
Created in 1985 by WSU alumnus Tim Doebler, the two-foot-long scepter is cast in silver and bronze and weighs nine pounds.
Pinning Ceremony
The pin is a symbol of your bond with the University and with your fellow Cougs. Wear it with pride today – and wear it with your cap and gown when you graduate.