The Hooding Ceremony for the Communication Studies MA program, sponsored by CGSA, is a special event celebrating graduating master's students. This intimate ceremony recognizes their academic achievements with the formal presentation of the master’s hood, symbolizing their transition from students to scholars. Faculty members place the hood over each graduate’s shoulders in a tradition that highlights mentorship and academic accomplishment. The event will include speeches, acknowledgments, and a reception, providing graduates with a meaningful opportunity to celebrate their success with peers, faculty, friends, and family.