The spring 2025 reception for graduating students and their guests will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025. ISSS will provide light refreshments, photo opportunities, and a relaxing atmosphere to mingle with other international graduates. There is no required dress code, no RSVP is required.

If you will graduate in spring 2025, you can pick up a gold cord to wear at commencement. The gold cord represents the international student population at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Cords are available for pick-up April 1 until May 7 at the ISSS front desk. You must bring your Buff One card. Only one cord will be given per person.

• A cord denotes achievement or involvement within the university, be it academic, sports, professional organization, or being a member of a particular campus group. The cord is worn over the shoulders (see image). Students wear their cords at graduation events and official commencement ceremonies.