Graduation Regalia and Campus Partnerships
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 10:00 AM EST | Virtual via Zoom
FREE for store members! You must be logged in to register.
Graduation regalia programs can vary widely from campus to campus — from fully store-managed operations to institution-led processes with limited store involvement. Whether coordinating ordering and distribution, hosting grad fairs, managing vendor relationships, or supporting commencement-related merchandise, campus stores often play an important role in the graduation experience.
Join fellow NCSA members for a collaborative discussion focused on how campuses approach graduation regalia and related programs. Together, we’ll explore vendor partnerships, store involvement, grad fair strategies, operational workflows, communication with students and administration, and lessons learned from what has — and hasn’t — worked across different campus models.
This session is designed as an open exchange of ideas and experiences, guided by participant questions and shared examples. Members will discuss how regalia programs are structured, how responsibilities are divided across campus departments, and ways stores can strengthen their role in supporting commencement activities and graduate engagement.
Connect with colleagues from stores of all sizes to share approaches, gain insight, and explore strategies for creating smoother, more successful graduation experiences for both students and campus partners.
Format: Interactive round-table discussion and idea sharing — participation is encouraged.
Who Should Attend: Directors, store managers, operations staff, buyers, commencement coordinators, and anyone involved in graduation regalia, grad fairs, or commencement-related programs.
