Fall 2025 Commencement
Jan 1 to June 30, 2025 Graduates
October 25, 2025
11am Arizona/Pacific
This year’s Fall graduation ceremony will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11am AZ time (11am pacific/12pm mountain/1pm central/2pm eastern). The ceremony will be broadcast on our Sonoran Desert Institute YouTube page, allowing friends and family to join the celebration from anywhere.
Others, stay tuned for future celebrations!
Submit your photo and/or testimonial
To personalize your graduation experience, you can submit a testimonial and/or a photo to be featured in the ceremony. If you do not submit an image, only your name will appear. If you submit a testimonial, it may be chosen to appear in the opening segment of the graduation ceremony.
Image guidelines: Submit a clear, head-and-shoulders photo for the graduation ceremony. Images with military uniforms, emblems, inappropriate content, or profanity on clothing or in the background are not permitted. The photo doesn’t have to be professionally taken, but it should be well-presented.
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Make Your Submission
Graduates from January 1 to June 30, 2025 are automatically included in the ceremony. There is no need to register unless you want to submit a testimonial, photo, or update your address for the graduation gift package.
Scroll up to see the submission directions in the “Next Steps” section above.
If you do not want your name, credential(s), and recognition included in the ceremony, please complete the opt-out form by September 15th, 2025, 11:59 pm AZ Time.
To receive your printed diploma and graduation gift package, make sure your contact information is current. Update your address with us to ensure proper delivery.
Update Your InfoPhoto and Testimonial: The last day to submit your photo and/or testimonial for the event is September 15th, 2025, 11:59 pm AZ Time. If you do not submit a photo by the deadline, only your name and completed program name will be displayed.
Communication: Check your email inbox (and spam/junk folder) for important updates from SDI regarding the ceremony.
Support: If you have any questions, contact us at graduation@sdi.edu or registrars@sdi.edu.
Before the Ceremony
Ceremony Details
After the Ceremony
Join us for an exclusive virtual after-party to celebrate with your fellow grads.
Who is eligible to register for the 2025 Fall online graduation ceremony?
A. All students who graduated between January 1 and June 30, 2025 are eligible.
How do I submit my photo and/or testimonial?
A. Submit your photo and/or testimonial through the provided registration link.
What if I have completed multiple programs?
A. Only the program(s) you completed during the designated ceremony dates will be shown.
What are the technology requirements to view the ceremony?
A. To view the ceremony, you will need the following technology requirements:
Will I be able to invite friends and family?
A. Yes, share the YouTube broadcast link with your friends and family.
Will I receive a physical diploma or certificate when I graduate?
A. Yes, you will receive a printed diploma mailed to your address on file. You should have received it by the time your ceremony takes place. If you have not, please email registrars@sdi.edu. Update your address in your student portal to ensure proper delivery.
Please Note: A student is required to clear any indebtedness to the Institute before a certificate/degree is issued.
What if I experience technical difficulties during the event?
A. You can watch the ceremony later. For immediate support, email marketing@sdi.edu.
How can I connect with fellow grads?
A. There are several ways to connect with fellow grads and celebrate together:
Why haven’t I received an invitation?
A. If you haven’t received an invitation, please take the following steps:
What if I don’t want my name included in the graduation ceremony?
A. If you’d like SDI to exclude your name, credential(s), and recognition from SDI’s graduation ceremony and digital program, you must complete a “Graduation Ceremony Non-Disclosure Request Form” indicating your choice to opt out of sharing this information by September 15th, 2025. Please note that you will not receive a graduation gift package. The last day to opt-out of the event is September 15th, 11:59pm MST. Anyone who has not submitted their Graduation Ceremony Non-Disclosure Request Form with opt-out selections by this deadline will be included in the ceremony.