Alejandra Alberto

Reporter

 As graduation season approaches many students are eager to find more tickets, since the amount of tickets students receive is limited to 7 tickets for graduating seniors to ensure adequate seating in the main soccer field.

 For undergraduate commencement priority tickets are required for each guest seated in the Main Soccer Field, except for lap children under the age of 3.

 After the registration deadline on April 29, 2018, students were expecting a n email telling them if there were more tickets available, however, there were no tickets left over.

 Many students find that 7 tickets aren’t enough, therefore they are eager to find more so their loved ones could be part of the spectator’s in the Main Soccer Field.

 Some CSUB students are attempting to sell or purchase their graduation tickets through social media platforms.

 The Director of Public Affairs and Communications, Michael Lukens stated that it is unethical to sell or purchase graduation tickets.

 “CSUB’s Office of the President works hard to make sure that commencement is a memorable experience that students can share with their families and guests. As part of that effort, students are provided seven FREE tickets for admission to commencement.  We believe it is unethical for students to sell tickets that they did not pay for”, said Lukens.

 There have been various complaints from students regarding this issue because tickets are given for free, yet students are selling them. Some people may agree or disagree with this action; however, CSUB announced on its Instagram page that:

 “It is unethical and unacceptable for students to engage in the selling or purchasing of commencement tickets. Continued solicitations to sell commencement tickets could result in student conduct sanctions.”

 For more questions it is said to contact them at the CSUB commencement website.