Mildura graduations

Graduation invitations in 2024 will be sent 4-5 weeks before the ceremony date. This email will include a link to the graduation registration portal, which is where you will tell us your graduation preference (see below).

To receive your invitation to graduate:

• ensure we have your correct contact details
• regularly check your email for updates
• clear any overdue fees or debts with the University

Your graduation preferences:

1. attend this ceremony
2. defer to a later ceremony, or
3. graduate in absentia (without attending a ceremony).

_{Note: After receiving your graduation invitation, if you do not choose one of the above options, you will automatically graduate in absentia. Graduating in absentia means you will not have the option to attend a future ceremony. You will need to request your testamur online after the date of your original ceremony.}

Students with a passed status and Mildura course location listed on their enrolment will be automatically invited to this round of celebrations.

If you have a course location of Online, or are enrolled at a different campus but would like to graduate in Mildura, please contact us via ASK La Trobe to request a campus transfer no later than Friday 15 March 2024.

Once you have received your graduation invitation:

• click the link to the portal to lodge your graduation preference (even if your preference is to graduate in absentia or defer)
• make a note of your ceremony day and time
• check your award title (course name) and that your formal name are both listed correctly, as this is what will appear on your testamur. If incorrect, make sure you update your personal details with us.

If you decide to attend graduation in-person, please:

1. select your guest ticket requirement and photography options (if you decide to pre-purchase)
2. pay the graduation fee
3. check your award title (course name) and that your formal name are both listed correctly in your invitation email, as this is what will appear on your testamur. If incorrect, make sure you update your personal details with us.

Please note: you must complete the registration steps in the correct order, and only use the link that is provided in your graduation invitation, as the link is unique to you.

Lastly, be sure to:

• clear any outstanding fees or debts with the university
• check your nominated email regularly for graduation updates. Detailed instructions for on the day will be emailed to you approximately one week before graduation.
• save your registration ticket and order details on your mobile device, or print them out to bring with you on the day.
• ensure your guests also bring a copy of their entry tickets with them on the day, either saved on their mobile device or printed out.

Digital graduation documents

Once you've completed all your course requirements, keep an eye on your personal email address – as per your contact details in StudentOnLine – for instructions on how to access a digital copy of your graduation documents via the secure platform, My eQuals.

Your digital graduation documents include your:

• Academic Transcript,
• Australian Higher Education Graduation Statement (AHEGS), and
• digital testamur (certificate)

My eQuals is an online platform that allows you to download and securely share your documents with third parties, such as employers and other universities.

If you cannot locate your digital documents, please submit a question to ASK La Trobe.

Hard-copy testamur (certificate)

Your hard-copy testamur (certificate) will be presented to you in-person at the graduation ceremony. If you decide to graduate in absentia by letting us know this is your preference via the invitation process, your hard-copy testamur will we posted to you within six to eight weeks of the ceremony date.

Tickets in 2024 cost $228.00 and includes:

This price includes:

• tickets for three of your closest supporters
• gown hire - finally, wear your hard-earned graduation gown and cap!
• documentation presentation - be presented with your Testamur (certificate)
• food and beverage - enjoy the refreshments after the ceremony with your guests
• photo opportunities - access to the best photo spots on offer
• access to the graduations precinct to have a professional photography sitting and the opportunity to purchase degree framing and memorabilia

ASK a Question

Unfortunately, additional guest tickets will not be available due to the venue reaching capacity. Ticket prices include three guests tickets (maximum).

For more information please see the FAQ below.

Guest tickets FAQ

Live web streaming of your ceremony will be available for friends and family unable to attend. The video will also be available online after your ceremony for re-watching later.

We’ll send you detailed instructions approximately one week before your ceremony. Be sure to check your nominated email for your copy of these instructions.

As a brief overview, here’s what you can expect:

• dress in business attire
• arrive 90 minutes (1.5 hours) before your ceremony time
• proceed to the gown collection area (specific location details will be emailed to you one week before your ceremony) where the Reed Graduations team will help you dress in your regalia. You will need to show them your order information.
• both guests and students must have tickets ready to scan to enter the venue where the ceremony takes place. Guests will be seated in a different section to students.
• when your name is announced, you will doff (touch) your graduation cap and walk across the stage to accept your testamur (certificate). The Reed event photographer will take a photo of you receiving your testamur, which you will have the option to purchase after the ceremony.
• once you’ve had the opportunity to enjoy the celebrations and have your photos taken, please return your gown (if hired) at the designated gown return area.

Reed Graduations will provide the following services on the day:

• studio photography
• graduation frames and plaques
• graduation rings
• flowers and graduation giftware, including teddy bears and other mementoes

For further details please contact Reed Graduations.