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Whats the difference between “graduating” and “walking” at commencement?

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Whats the difference between “graduating” and “walking” at commencement?

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Students can graduate (that is, have completed all requirements for their degree and have stopped taking classes) during any quarter of the year. Then, a few months after the end of the Degree Expected Term (DET) that they have declared through URSA, they will be issued a diploma from UCLA. Commencement ceremonies, however, occur only once per year (Spring Quarter). You are invited to participate in these ceremonies even if your degree expected quarter is Summer 2009. This is the time for you to be publicly recognized by the University and your friends and family for your scholastic achievements. Participating in any Commencement activities does NOT guarantee that you will actually earn a degree. You should consult a UCLA College and/or departmental counselor for detailed information on satisfying degree requirements.