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2025 Spring Commencement Program
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Congratulations to the
Class of 2026!
Congratulations to the
Class of 2026!
Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony
Diné College will celebrate its Spring 2026 graduates on
Friday, May 8, 2026
, from
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
at the Tsaile Campus, northeast of the gymnasium.
Key Details for Graduates:
Rehearsal:
May 7th, 2025, 1:00–4:00 p.m., Tsaile Campus Library
Caps & Gowns:
Pick up at the Student Success Center or arrange delivery by contacting the Registrar’s Office at
registrar@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6630. Complete the Graduate Exit Survey to receive your cap and gown.
Photos:
Complimentary graduation photos available by appointment or during the ceremony. Submit a photo release form and request photos at
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact
marketing@dinecollege.edu
.
Additional Information:
Dorm rooms are available for rent through Residence Life. Submit an Overnight Stay Form to
reslife@dinecollege.edu
and contact the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 for payment.
Vendor applications are open until 10:00 a.m. on December 10, 2025. Submit forms to
dhr@dinecollege.edu
.
For updates, visit
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact Marketing & Communications at
marketing@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6694
Congratulations to the
Class of 2025
Virtual Commencement ->
Facebook Live Stream
YouTube Live Stream
In Person Commencement –>
Commencement Program
Diné College will celebrate its Fall 2025 graduates on
Friday, December 12, 2025
, from
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
at the Tsaile Campus, northeast of the gymnasium. The ceremony will feature keynote speaker Nikki Tulley, a research scientist with the BAERI/NASA Ames Research Center.
Key Details for Graduates:
Rehearsal:
December 11, 2025, 1:00–4:00 p.m., Tsaile Campus Library
Caps & Gowns:
Pick up at the Student Success Center or arrange delivery by contacting the Registrar’s Office at
registrar@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6630. Complete the Graduate Exit Survey to receive your cap and gown.
Photos:
Complimentary graduation photos available by appointment or during the ceremony. Submit a photo release form and request photos at
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact
marketing@dinecollege.edu
.
Additional Information:
Dorm rooms are available for rent through Residence Life. Submit an Overnight Stay Form to
reslife@dinecollege.edu
and contact the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 for payment.
Vendor applications are open until 10:00 a.m. on December 10, 2025. Submit forms to
dhr@dinecollege.edu
.
For updates, visit
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact Marketing & Communications at
marketing@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6694
Graduates
by School
Commencement FAQs
Who is the Commencement Speaker?
TBA
Rehearsals
Rehearsal (Optional)
Date:
Thursday, May 7, 2025
Time:
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location:
Library or Diné College Gymnasium, Tsaile Campus. (final location to be confirmed)
Campus Map & Directions
Downloadable Map
Where do I get my cap and gown?
If you have not already done so, please download and complete the Cap and Gown Order Form.
Submit your completed form to
bookstore@dinecollege.edu.
Please note: Forms submitted after the deadline are not guaranteed to receive the requested size
.
Cap and Gown Order Form
Distribution: Cap and gowns will be available for pickup beginning December 4, 2025, at the Registrar’s Office (Student Success Center, Tsaile Campus).
Important: The required graduation survey must be completed before your cap and gown, or other graduation regalia can be released. Here is the link:
Fall 2025 Graduation Exit Survey
Can my cap and gown be sent to a Diné College Site/Center?
Yes.
Cap and gowns can be delivered to any of Diné College’s six sites/centers/campuses.
To make delivery arrangements, email
registrar@dinecollege.edu
by Thursday, December 4, 2025, 5pm.
When will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas will be sent to graduates after all final grades are posted. The Office of the Registrar will send the diplomas through certified mail requiring the graduate’s signature upon delivery. Graduates can arrange to pick up their diplomas at a Dine’ College campus/site/center. For more information, contact the Registrar’s Office at
registrar@dinecollege.edu
.
Is there any room accommodations for students at DC for graduates?
The Residence Life Department is offering dorm rooms for graduates needing lodging.
Graduates may reserve one room at $10.00 per night.
Additional rooms for guests or family members will be charged at the standard guest rate (single or double occupancy).
Graduates are encouraged to bring their own twin-size bedding. Limited bedding may be provided if needed.
Please complete the Guest Registration Form and send it to
residencelife@dinecollege.edu
For questions, contact Residence Life at (928) 724-6782.
Payment: Room rental fees can be paid through the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 (payment accepted by phone).
Guest Registration Form
Will there be photos taken at the ceremony?
The Marketing Department will be onsite taking photos of Graduates and ceremony. Please download and sign the photo release form for our Marketing team. If you have questions regarding the photo release form, please contact Jazzmine Martinez at
jdmartinez@dinecollege.edu
or 928-724-6694
Photo Release Form
Send your completed form to
marketing@dinecollege.edu
.
Is there a limit on the amount of guests I can invite?
There are no limits to the number of guests a graduate can invite to the commencement ceremony.
When will I get my sash or honor card?
Sashes and honor cords are distributed during the lineup on graduation day. Each graduate will receive a sash with the campus or site they indicated on their graduation petition.
Vendors
Interested in being a vendor at Diné College’s Fall 2025 Commencement?
Download the vendor form and email your completed application to
dhr@dinecollege.edu
.
Event Details
•
Date:
Friday, December 12, 2025
•
Time:
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
•
Location:
Tsaile Campus, northeast of the gymnasium
Submission Deadline
•
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:00 am
Limited Space
• Only the
first seven (7) approved vendors
will be assigned a space.
Download Form
Commencement Ceremony
Date:
Friday, May 8, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
South Side of Ned Hatathli Culture Center, Tsaile, AZ
Diné College Main Campus Map
Graduation Orientation Workshop (Optional)
The Registrar’s Office will host a Graduation Workshop to guide you through the final steps toward commencement.
Date:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Time:
1:00–3:00 PM
Location:
Tsaile Campus, Ned Hatathli Culture Center (NHC), RM101C Lecture Hall
Virtual Option:
Spring 2026 Graduation Workshop Zoom Link
This workshop covers essential graduation preparation steps and is highly recommended for all graduating students. The Marketing Team and Residential Life Team will also be on-site for spotlight portraits and overnight accommodation questions. Please come dressed and prepared if you wish to participate in portraits.
Note: The Graduation Orientation Workshop date and location are tentatively set and subject to change. Any updates will be communicated promptly.
Rehearsal (Optional)
Date:
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time:
2:00–4:00 PM
Location:
Tsaile Campus, Ned Hatathli Culture Center (NHC), RM101C Lecture Hall
Cap and Gown Orders
Download and complete the Cap and Gown Order Form and submit it to
bookstore@dinecollege.edu
.
Important:
Forms submitted after the deadline are not guaranteed to receive the requested size.
Pickup:
Available beginning Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Registrar’s Office (Student Success Center, Tsaile Campus).
Picking Up a Cap and Gown at a Site or Center
Cap and gowns have been delivered to extended campuses. If you requested site delivery, contact your site or center directly to arrange pickup.
Room Accommodations for Graduates
The Residence Life Department is offering dorm rooms for graduates needing lodging.
Graduates may reserve one room at $10.00 per night.
Additional rooms for guests and family are available at the standard rate.
Graduates are encouraged to bring their own twin-size bedding. Limited bedding is available if needed.
Complete the
Guest Registration Form
and submit it to
residencelife@dinecollege.edu
.
For questions, contact Residence Life at (928) 724-6782. Payment accepted through the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 (phone payments accepted).
Contact
Office of the Registrar
Phone: (928) 724-6630
Email:
registrar@dinecollege.edu
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About Diné College
Educational Philosophy
History
Locations
Research
Research Innovation and Practice
Convoy
NARCH
NSF-TCUP
Summer Research Enhancement Program (SREP)
Indigenous Summer Enhancement Program (ISEP)
Undergraduate Student Internship Program
Institutes
Diné Policy Institute (DPI)
Institutes and Grant Programs
Institutional Planning and Reporting
Navajo Language Immersion Institute
Accreditation
Board of Regents
Office of the President
Athletics
Go Warriors
About Athletics
Join Athletics
Fitness Center
Archery
Cross Country
Rodeo
Land Grant Office (LGO)
Land Grant Office (LGO)
Agriculture
Youth Development
Pasture to Plate Expo
Marketing and Communications
Marketing & Communications
Alumni
Meet the Marketing Team
The Higher Education Opportunity Act
Student Consumer Information
Commencement
Academics
Academic Calendar
Our Schools
School of Arts and Humanities
School of Business and Social Science
School of Diné Studies and Education
School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
School of Transformation
T’áá hó ‘ájí t’éego
Innovation Hub
Dual Credit Program
Student & Family
New Students
Continuing Students
Instructors & Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Contact
General Education Core
Academic Affairs
Academic Assessment and Accreditation
Academic Assessment and Accreditation
Academic Accreditation
Academic Assessment
Academic Policies
Diné College Placement Rate Methodology
Adult Education Program
Student Consumer Information
Library
Admissions
Admission Information
Admissions FAQs
International Students
Transfer Students
Course Catalog
Course Schedule
Fees
Fees
Tuition
Refund Schedule
Fall and Spring Semesters
Summer Sessions
Financial Aid
Financial Aid and Scholarship
Aid and Scholarship
SAP Policy
Financial Aid Contact
Residence Life
Registration Information
Student Right to Know Act
Placement Assessments
Summer Institute Program
Current Students
ASDC
Student Mental Health Support
Advisement
Student Code of Conduct [pdf]
Student Complaint Process
Student Activites
Campus Safety
Campus Safety
Campus Safety Statistics
Learning Center
Academic Recognition
Transcript Requests
Career Education Program
IT Services
IT-Help
Information Technology
Office 365
MyDC Portal
Security Awareness Portal
Contact us
IT-Help
Support DC
Locations
Career
MyDC Portal
Click here to view the
⇓
2025 Spring Commencement Program
Commencement Program
KXWR Radio
Facebook Live Stream
Congratulations to the
Class of 2026!
Congratulations to the
Class of 2026!
Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony
Diné College will celebrate its Spring 2026 graduates on
Friday, May 8, 2026
, from
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
at the Tsaile Campus, northeast of the gymnasium.
Key Details for Graduates:
Rehearsal:
May 7th, 2025, 1:00–4:00 p.m., Tsaile Campus Library
Caps & Gowns:
Pick up at the Student Success Center or arrange delivery by contacting the Registrar’s Office at
registrar@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6630. Complete the Graduate Exit Survey to receive your cap and gown.
Photos:
Complimentary graduation photos available by appointment or during the ceremony. Submit a photo release form and request photos at
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact
marketing@dinecollege.edu
.
Additional Information:
Dorm rooms are available for rent through Residence Life. Submit an Overnight Stay Form to
reslife@dinecollege.edu
and contact the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 for payment.
Vendor applications are open until 10:00 a.m. on December 10, 2025. Submit forms to
dhr@dinecollege.edu
.
For updates, visit
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact Marketing & Communications at
marketing@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6694
Congratulations to the
Class of 2025
Virtual Commencement ->
Facebook Live Stream
YouTube Live Stream
In Person Commencement –>
Commencement Program
Diné College will celebrate its Fall 2025 graduates on
Friday, December 12, 2025
, from
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
at the Tsaile Campus, northeast of the gymnasium. The ceremony will feature keynote speaker Nikki Tulley, a research scientist with the BAERI/NASA Ames Research Center.
Key Details for Graduates:
Rehearsal:
December 11, 2025, 1:00–4:00 p.m., Tsaile Campus Library
Caps & Gowns:
Pick up at the Student Success Center or arrange delivery by contacting the Registrar’s Office at
registrar@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6630. Complete the Graduate Exit Survey to receive your cap and gown.
Photos:
Complimentary graduation photos available by appointment or during the ceremony. Submit a photo release form and request photos at
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact
marketing@dinecollege.edu
.
Additional Information:
Dorm rooms are available for rent through Residence Life. Submit an Overnight Stay Form to
reslife@dinecollege.edu
and contact the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 for payment.
Vendor applications are open until 10:00 a.m. on December 10, 2025. Submit forms to
dhr@dinecollege.edu
.
For updates, visit
www.dinecollege.edu
or contact Marketing & Communications at
marketing@dinecollege.edu
or (928) 724-6694
Graduates
by School
Commencement FAQs
Who is the Commencement Speaker?
TBA
Rehearsals
Rehearsal (Optional)
Date:
Thursday, May 7, 2025
Time:
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location:
Library or Diné College Gymnasium, Tsaile Campus. (final location to be confirmed)
Campus Map & Directions
Downloadable Map
Where do I get my cap and gown?
If you have not already done so, please download and complete the Cap and Gown Order Form.
Submit your completed form to
bookstore@dinecollege.edu.
Please note: Forms submitted after the deadline are not guaranteed to receive the requested size
.
Cap and Gown Order Form
Distribution: Cap and gowns will be available for pickup beginning December 4, 2025, at the Registrar’s Office (Student Success Center, Tsaile Campus).
Important: The required graduation survey must be completed before your cap and gown, or other graduation regalia can be released. Here is the link:
Fall 2025 Graduation Exit Survey
Can my cap and gown be sent to a Diné College Site/Center?
Yes.
Cap and gowns can be delivered to any of Diné College’s six sites/centers/campuses.
To make delivery arrangements, email
registrar@dinecollege.edu
by Thursday, December 4, 2025, 5pm.
When will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas will be sent to graduates after all final grades are posted. The Office of the Registrar will send the diplomas through certified mail requiring the graduate’s signature upon delivery. Graduates can arrange to pick up their diplomas at a Dine’ College campus/site/center. For more information, contact the Registrar’s Office at
registrar@dinecollege.edu
.
Is there any room accommodations for students at DC for graduates?
The Residence Life Department is offering dorm rooms for graduates needing lodging.
Graduates may reserve one room at $10.00 per night.
Additional rooms for guests or family members will be charged at the standard guest rate (single or double occupancy).
Graduates are encouraged to bring their own twin-size bedding. Limited bedding may be provided if needed.
Please complete the Guest Registration Form and send it to
residencelife@dinecollege.edu
For questions, contact Residence Life at (928) 724-6782.
Payment: Room rental fees can be paid through the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 (payment accepted by phone).
Guest Registration Form
Will there be photos taken at the ceremony?
The Marketing Department will be onsite taking photos of Graduates and ceremony. Please download and sign the photo release form for our Marketing team. If you have questions regarding the photo release form, please contact Jazzmine Martinez at
jdmartinez@dinecollege.edu
or 928-724-6694
Photo Release Form
Send your completed form to
marketing@dinecollege.edu
.
Is there a limit on the amount of guests I can invite?
There are no limits to the number of guests a graduate can invite to the commencement ceremony.
When will I get my sash or honor card?
Sashes and honor cords are distributed during the lineup on graduation day. Each graduate will receive a sash with the campus or site they indicated on their graduation petition.
Vendors
Interested in being a vendor at Diné College’s Fall 2025 Commencement?
Download the vendor form and email your completed application to
dhr@dinecollege.edu
.
Event Details
•
Date:
Friday, December 12, 2025
•
Time:
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
•
Location:
Tsaile Campus, northeast of the gymnasium
Submission Deadline
•
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:00 am
Limited Space
• Only the
first seven (7) approved vendors
will be assigned a space.
Download Form
Commencement Ceremony
Date:
Friday, May 8, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
South Side of Ned Hatathli Culture Center, Tsaile, AZ
Diné College Main Campus Map
Graduation Orientation Workshop (Optional)
The Registrar’s Office will host a Graduation Workshop to guide you through the final steps toward commencement.
Date:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Time:
1:00–3:00 PM
Location:
Tsaile Campus, Ned Hatathli Culture Center (NHC), RM101C Lecture Hall
Virtual Option:
Spring 2026 Graduation Workshop Zoom Link
This workshop covers essential graduation preparation steps and is highly recommended for all graduating students. The Marketing Team and Residential Life Team will also be on-site for spotlight portraits and overnight accommodation questions. Please come dressed and prepared if you wish to participate in portraits.
Note: The Graduation Orientation Workshop date and location are tentatively set and subject to change. Any updates will be communicated promptly.
Rehearsal (Optional)
Date:
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time:
2:00–4:00 PM
Location:
Tsaile Campus, Ned Hatathli Culture Center (NHC), RM101C Lecture Hall
Cap and Gown Orders
Download and complete the Cap and Gown Order Form and submit it to
bookstore@dinecollege.edu
.
Important:
Forms submitted after the deadline are not guaranteed to receive the requested size.
Pickup:
Available beginning Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Registrar’s Office (Student Success Center, Tsaile Campus).
Picking Up a Cap and Gown at a Site or Center
Cap and gowns have been delivered to extended campuses. If you requested site delivery, contact your site or center directly to arrange pickup.
Room Accommodations for Graduates
The Residence Life Department is offering dorm rooms for graduates needing lodging.
Graduates may reserve one room at $10.00 per night.
Additional rooms for guests and family are available at the standard rate.
Graduates are encouraged to bring their own twin-size bedding. Limited bedding is available if needed.
Complete the
Guest Registration Form
and submit it to
residencelife@dinecollege.edu
.
For questions, contact Residence Life at (928) 724-6782. Payment accepted through the Cashier’s Office at (928) 724-6684 (phone payments accepted).
Contact
Office of the Registrar
Phone: (928) 724-6630
Email:
registrar@dinecollege.edu
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