2018 Guide to Graduation

With graduation right around the corner, here are a few important details to remember:

• Caps and gowns may be picked up through June 14 at Enrollment Services between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays. On June 15, graduates can pick up their caps and gowns in the gym.
• Honor students will receive their medallions and honor cords when they pick up their caps and gowns.
• Graduation announcements and souvenir tassels are available at the bookstore.

ON GRADUATION DAY – Friday, June 15

• The ceremony will be outside – rain or shine. No tickets are needed, but seating is limited. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets.
• Your tassel should be on the right side of your cap to start.
• All participating graduates need to check in at the gym no later than 3:15 p.m. DON’T BE LATE!
• The processional will begin exactly at 3:45 p.m.
• During the processional:
  • March slowly when the music starts.
  • Make sure each person has a seat before starting a new row.
  • When your name is called, proceed across the stage. You will receive a diploma cover (your diploma will be mailed in about six weeks).
  • You will exit down the center of the stage and return to your seat.
• Remind family and friends to arrive early to find parking.
• Parking for disabled family members is available in the library parking lot.
• Family and friends are invited to attend the reception in the cafeteria following commencement.
• The ceremony will be aired on Channel 3 and videotaped. DVDs will be available for $10 after June 30 at the Student Life and Involvement Center.
• Graduation photography by Giske Image Design will be available before the ceremony from 2:30-3:15 p.m. in the garden walkway between the Hanson building and the gym. Photos can be viewed and ordered online at www.ccgraduation.com.