Graduation is the culmination of all the time, energy, and work that you have put into gaining your degree, and it gives you a great chance to celebrate all that you have achieved. It’s a symbol of change, progression, and moving onto new adventures… and we’re so proud of you!
Graduation Cords and Stoles
Graduating seniors who want an Adult Learner Graduation Cord or Veterans Stole will need to complete one of the following surveys.
The surveys open Monday, March 9 @ 8:00 AM and close May 14th @ 11:59 PM.
We will be at GradFest on April 16, 2026 in the Alumni Center. Come by and see us!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to participate?
Previous participation with Adult Learner & Veteran Services is not required to receive a cord or a stole.
What is the cost?
Free!
Do I need to attend graduation to get a cord and stole?
You do NOT need to attend the graduation in order to receive your stole or cord. There will be other pick-up times available for those of you that are not able to attend the graduation.
How do I get my cord or stole?
At the end of either survey, graduating students will be given the option to
- pick up their graduation stole or cord at the ALVS Graduation Dinner and Spring Celebration on May 7, 2026 at Avogadro’s Number
- pick up their graduation stole or cord at any time beginning April 17th Monday – Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM in the ALVS Office (LSC 282),
- pick it up at the ALVS table at Grad Fest on April 16th,
- have it put into their graduation regalia package before April 16, or
- have it mailed.
NOTE: Graduating students requesting to have their cord or stole mailed will not receive it in time for graduation.
ALVS Graduation Dinner & End of Year Celebration – Spring Semester
All are welcome to come celebrate our graduates! Please bring friends, family, or a Campus Champion (staff or faculty) who has supported you on your journey!
When: Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Where: Avogadro’s Number, 605 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80524
*Note: If you are a graduating senior and would like an ALVS Graduation Cord or Veterans Stole, you will need to complete a separate survey.
Nominate a Champion of the ALVS to receive an ALVS Challenge Coin
We’re looking for ALVS students to nominate supportive and impactful CSU Staff and Faculty from across campus for an Adult Learner and Veteran Services Challenge Coin. Nominations are not limited to individuals working within ALVS, as we want to recognize anyone at CSU who goes above and beyond in supporting Adult Learners, Student Veterans, and Student Parents.
Challenge coins serve as a meaningful and informal token of appreciation, traditionally standing in place of medals and ribbons, and symbolize significant contributions to the success and well‑being of our students.
