We are excited about the upcoming College of Applied Arts (CoAA) Hooding Ceremony and look forward to celebrating your accomplishments!
Please use this form to:
- Reserve your seats by providing attendance information for yourself and your guests.
- Submit your required Hooding Statement. Submitting a statement confirms your participation in the ceremony.
Hooding Statement Requirements:
Statements must be written in third person and may include:
- Honors, awards, and scholarships
- Professional presentations and publications
- Title of thesis, research, or major project (if applicable)
- Graduate assistantships
- Future academic plans (e.g., pursuing a Ph.D.)
- Post-graduation employment plans, including employer or job title
Please do not include personal information, such as pets, hobbies, or personal interests.
*Statements may be edited for length and brevity before being read during the ceremony.
A sample Hooding Statement is provided below for reference:
Mr. John M. Doe completed his undergraduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin. While at Texas State University, he was a graduate research assistant and presented his work at a national conference. He intends to pursue a Ph.D., and he would like to thank his Professional Paper Advisor, Dr. Debra Jones, for her willingness to devote time to his education. He would also like to thank his friends and family, especially his parents, for their love and support.
