Preparations
There are a number of tasks you need to complete prior to commencement day. This section details those tasks. Students will NOT be able to participate in commencement day without first fulfilling the following:
apply to graduate All students must complete a graduation application. These applications have been mailed to students and are also available in the Student Academic & Financial Services area. Applications are due by March 23, 2006.
cap & gown order form pick up at SFS Students may pick up their form now. Cap and gown order forms must be completed and submitted to the Student Affairs Office by March 23, 2006.
cap & gown pick up Caps and gowns may be picked up from the Student Affairs Office on May 15 & 16, 2006, during normal business hours. DO NOT plan to pick up your cap and gown the day of Commencement.
getting your degree The detail printed on your degree will be based on the information we have on file. It is your responsibility to make sure that the information in your file is correct. Our goal is to provide all graduates their diploma at the ceremony on May 18, 2006. In order to do this, you must address all financial obligations and required financial aid paperwork by May 1, 2006.
We recognize that some graduates have payment plans extending until June. If you cannot make your final payment by May 1, 2006, your diploma will be held until you have completed the financial process and then your diploma will be mailed to the address provided on the graduation application.
unable to attend? Although it is traditional to graduate by attending Commencement, there may be circumstances that prevent you from attending the ceremony. If you have completed all graduation requirements, but are unable to attend, you are still considered a member of this graduating class.
questions? Contact Torri Butler at 757-853-3508 ext. 222
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