May 15, 2025 – 4:30 p.m.
American Indian Celebration
Congratulations, Sun Devils!
The American Indian Student Support Services and the American Indian Celebration Committee welcome all to Arizona State University to recognize, honor and celebrate the success of American Indian graduates.
1
Apply for graduation.
File for graduation to be eligible for participation in the ceremony.
2
RSVP for the celebration.
After applying for graduation, a link to RSVP for the celebration will be available in MyASU under the Graduation tab.
Guest tickets are required for the ceremony. Please see FAQ for more information.
3
When registering, please provide:
‣ High-resolution headshot photo
‣ Future Plans statement (30 words max)
4
Attend the celebration!
The celebration will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:30 p.m., Grady Gammage Auditorium.
1200 S Forest Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
In-person attendees receive a Pendleton stole
Historically, blankets have been bestowed on Indigenous people to commemorate leadership and heroism. Pendleton blankets have been used for generations to signify qualities such as courage, strength, determination and bravery. In the spirit of this tradition, we honor student achievement by presenting graduates with a commemorative Pendleton stole.
Students must to attend the celebration to receive a stole.
Celebration Details
Thursday, May 15
Gammage Auditorium
Ceremony begins: 4:30 p.m.
Caps & Gowns
Visit Herff Jones for information about graduation regalia.
You can purchase your cap and gown at any Sun Devil Campus Store now.
FAQ
If you have questions about the celebration, check the FAQ!
Welcome to your home away from home
AISSS provides services to all Indigenous students to ensure they will successfully progress towards educational excellence and graduate to become self-reliant individuals who effectively give back to their families and communities. We provide warm, inclusive spaces which students like you have affectionately named “home away from home.” There are AISSS locations on all campuses where students study and relax, and Success Staff are available both on-campus and online to be there for you.