A Letter to Our Graduates
As an ACE graduate or future 2021 graduate, I am sure you are wondering whether this year’s commencement will be affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
That’s why I wanted to let you know as soon as possible that we have made the
very difficult decision to hold a virtual-only ceremony for 2021. This virtual commencement will take place on Saturday, July 31, 2021.This decision was made after consulting with various officials and stakeholders. Additionally, asking everyone to travel to Indianapolis for the ceremony could potentially put our students, their families, and our staff and faculty at risk. While we had hoped to gather and celebrate your achievements in person, the health and safety of the entire ACE community must come first.
The good news is that we have held a virtual commencement before! Last year’s virtual commencement was a success for our students, and we plan to do something even better this year to make sure our graduates’ accomplishments are recognized and celebrated.
So, here’s what to expect:
- We will be posting updates to this page very soon. Specifically, in the next two weeks, we will be adding the Jostens’ site where you can order regalia and other commemorative items to celebrate your accomplishment.
- We will be sending out additional information about registration, which is required for graduates to be recognized during the event and to receive the popular ACE graduate box, in mid-to-late March. Please keep an eye out for this information!
- Plenty of ways to virtually celebrate your accomplishments before, during, and after the event.
We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments,
Stephanie Hinshaw, Ed.D., M.B.A.
Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs
American College of Education
ACE Partners with Jostens for Upcoming Virtual Commencement Ceremony
We're excited to celebrate your accomplishments on July 31, 2021! Jostens, a leader in graduation celebration services since 1897, will be providing a number of services to our 2021 graduates, including:
Graduation Caps and Gowns offer you regular one time use outfits for each degree level. Each complete outfit (cap, gown, tassel, and hood (master and doctor) include a custom tassel drop and a custom zipper pull exclusively made for American College of Education.
Fine Quality Regalia is custom made just for you and is designed to be cleaned and pressed for use over the coming years (like a fine suit or outfit). If you plan on attending several ceremonies in the future, this is a great option to consider. Three different choices for Doctoral – from the top of the line Windsor to budget minded Bristol. All include a tam, tassel, hood, and gown. Even a Master level cap, gown, tassel, and hood option are available.
Affiliation Accessories allow to add some additional customization to your regalia. Several options to choose from, including Armed Forces stoles.
Pre-sized for your ACE diploma, with several different options of framing. Additional options include frame moulding, matting, medallion or foil color, and glass. All frames are shipped directly to you with simple instructions and even a level kit. BONUS! SAVE 20% OFF THE COST OF YOUR CUSTOM DIPLOMA FRAME! ENTER “MYFRAME” AT CHECKOUT. Sale ends June 30, 2021.
Checkout the newest style in Class Rings – The Affinity Collection by Jostens. You customize the ring to your unique style and flavor.
Don’t forget to tell your friends and extended family of your success with Personalized Announcements from Jostens. Checkout their site for a large selection to choose from.
Click here to explore all product options and order your regalia.
Online ordering for graduation caps and gowns will close on June 24, 2021. This
deadline allows you to receive your regalia in time for the July 31 Virtual Commencement.
If you have any questions during the ordering process, please contact Jostens Customer Care directly at 800-854-7464 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time.