Chicano\Latino Commencement Celebration

CLCC Registration

registration items

CLCC Registration is $45.00 and includes one (1) complimentary sash representing a national heritage country selected during the registration process.

Optional items for students to purchase:

  • Commemorative CLCC Medal: $15.00
  • Additional Heritage Sash: $12.00 (The heritage for this additional sash can be selected during the registration process)

The CLCC Registration fee covers the costs associated with the celebration (use of the Save Mart Center, programs, SMC security and staff, etc.).

A student's Degree Application fee is separate from the CLCC registration fee.

sashes

CLCC is open and available to all who are interested to register and participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

CLCC 2026 registration will be open and available to students who earned their degree or have applied for their degree on the following terms: Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026.

Students earning a Credential: You follow a different application process, and may not see the option to register for CLCC on your student portal. Please complete the waiting list form (in a tab below) to inform of us of your interest in participating, so we can follow-up with you.

Waiting List Option: Students who expect to complete all degree requirements at a later term (i.e. Summer 2026) may request to be placed on the Waiting List. We may only allow students from the waiting list to register and participate if space permits. See tab below for details and instructions.

Registration for Spring 2027: TBA

1. Apply for your Degree

Students who would like to participate in CLCC must first submit their degree application in order to move on to step 2. https://studentaffairs.fresnostate.edu/registrar/undergraduate-degree-evaluations/graduation.html 

2. Submitting your CLCC Registration

We encourage you to use a computer or laptop and use Google Chrome or Firefox when registering for CLCC.

  1. Login to your Fresno State Student Portal: my.fresnostate.edu
  2. Select “Student Self Service”
  3. Select the Green Arrow to expand the “My Academic Records and Registration” section
    • At the bottom left side, you'll see a dropdown menu
    • Select “Chicano Commencement” and click the arrow button to proceed.
    • This option will not appear in the dropdown menu until Registration Opens
  4. Select “Spring 2026” to begin your registration for the Spring 2026 CLCC.
  5. Complete all fields in order to submit your registration:
    • 1st Heritage: Select a country for the heritage sash included with your paid registration.
    • 2nd Heritage: Select None if you are not interested in purchasing an additional heritage sash.
      • If you’d like to purchase an additional sash for $12: select the country for that heritage sash.
    • Parent(s) Information: List the parent(s) you would like to honor. We use this information for your Name Card.
      • Enter “N/A” or “None” if you would like to leave it blank.
    • Contact Information: Answer the questions based on your preference
  6. Verify all information is correct and submit your registration using the “Apply for Chicano Commencement” button.

If you would like to modify/change any information after you've submitted your registration, please email us using your Fresno State Email. Please include your Name, Student ID number, and the change you are requesting: clccgrad@mail.fresnostate.edu 

3. Submitting your Payment for CLCC:

All items are non-refundable. Please disable your pop-up blocker in order to successfully complete your payment.

  1. On the same registration page, select the “Pay CLCC Registration Fee” button. This will open an external link.
  2. Select “view details” for each item you plan to include and “Add to Cart.”
    • Required: CLCC Grad Fee: $45
    • Optional items for purchase:
      • Commemorative CLCC Medal: $15.00
      • Additional Heritage Sash: $12.00
  3. Go to your Cart, verify you have selected the correct items and “Checkout.”
  4. Enter your information and confirm you have entered your correct Student ID and email.
    • A copy of your receipt is sent via email as proof of payment - make sure it is type correctly.
  5. Submit payment.
  6. Print or Save a copy of the receipt that is emailed to you.

Allow 4-5 business days for the payment to be processed. Once it has been processed, you will receive an email confirming your registration is complete.

If you do not receive an email within 7 days confirming your registration is complete, please contact the CLCC registration coordinators by email and include your Name, Student ID number and proof of payment: clccgrad@mail.fresnostate.edu 

CLCC Registration will remain open following the deadlines below or is subject to close earlier if we reach capacity. 

  Registration Late Registration
Deadline TBA TBA

Fee

$45 Registration Fee

*Includes One Heritage Sash*

$70 Late Registration Fee

*Includes One Heritage Sash*

Optional Items Available

$12 - Additional Heritage Sash

$15 - CLCC Commemorative Medal (as supplies last)

 $15 - CLCC Commemorative Medal (as supplies last)

Students interested in participating in CLCC who have not earned their degree in Summer 2025, Fall 2025, or applied for graduation for Spring 2026 must express interest in participating.

Students who are not in senior standing (90+ units earned) and are not expected to graduate Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 will not be considered for participation. 

Waiting List - TBA

Students must complete the waiting list form and provide the following information:

  • First and Last Name
  • Fresno State Student ID#
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number
  • Semester you will apply to graduate
  • Upload a letter from your Advisor or Counselor confirming you are expected to graduate Summer 2026 or Fall 2026.

CLCC 2026 Waiting List Form

Review the information before submitting and make sure your Student ID#, email, and phone number are correct. After submitting the Waiting List Form, you will receive a copy of your responses. This is an email confirming we received your submission.

IMPORTANT: Being on the waiting list is not a guarantee for participation. We monitor capacity, and can only allow additional students to participate if space is available. 

Students on the waiting list will be contacted after Priority Registration ends (April 17th) and be given further information or instructions based on capacity at that time. If we reach capacity during the Priority Registration period, we may close registration for CLCC early. 

If students are approved and allowed to participate based on space available, the registration deadlines continue to apply for fees and available items. Please review the Registration Deadlines for specific details on fees and items available for purchase. Being approved to register and participate does not guarantee your spot. If the approved students fail to submit their regirstration and payment before the stated deadlines or before capacity is reached, they may miss the opportunity to participate.  

If you have further questions, please contact us: clccgrad@mail.fresnostate.edu