COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY INFORMATION
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As we count down the days to the big weekend, please take a moment to review these essential updates and reminders to ensure everything goes smoothly.
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Friday, June 12 at 1:45 p.m.
- Meet at the corner of South Terrace Lane and South Lane (near Sorum House)
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Pre-ceremony information:
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- Regalia check: Double-check that you have all your regalia: cap, gown, tassel and any stoles or cords for honors/organizations. Take them out of the packaging ahead of time to let wrinkles fall out or give them a quick steam.
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Dress comfortably: Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of standing and walking (including across the stage). Dress business casual under your gown; you'll be taking photos with the gown both on and off.
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Food & hydration: The ceremony will last about two hours, and the current forecast is calling for hot, sunny weather. Bagels will be available at the line-up location and water bottles will be provided at the seats, but we encourage you to eat a good meal and hydrate before arriving.
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Severe weather plan: If severe weather occurs, the ceremony will move to the M&T Bank Center. We will communicate details this week if this becomes a distinct possibility.
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The four rain tickets you received when you picked up your cap & gown will serve as your guest allotment if we move indoors.
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8:45 a.m. – Check-In: Head directly to the check-in tables upon arrival. You will receive a card with your name and seat number (graduates are arranged alphabetically).
- DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD. Take a photo of it immediately. You will bring it with you when you cross the stage to receive your diploma case.
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9:15 a.m. – Line-Up: Everyone must be in place and ready to roll. Pay close attention to instructions from faculty and student marshals and event staff for the procession.
- Late Arrival: If you miss the procession, go immediately to the Class Dean table near the entrance to Karp Hall. They will give you your name card, and a marshal will help you find your row.
- Note: If you arrive after your name has already been called, you will be placed at the end of the student line.
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- Cap & Tassel Etiquette:
- Wear your cap flat on your head with the point facing forward.
- Your tassel starts on the right side and is moved to the left at the end of the ceremony.
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You will toss your cap when President Kiss instructs you to do so!
- Ceremony Expectations:
- Silence your cell phone.
- Be respectful: Avoid disruptive noises (air horns, yelling, stomping, etc.) so every graduate's name can be heard.
- Remain seated during the ceremony as a courtesy to others.
- NO alcoholic beverages are permitted at the ceremony or in the student line-up areas.
- Crossing the Stage:
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Follow your marshal's cues. After walking the path from Karp to Schaffer, give your name card to the photographer’s assistant for your first photo.
- Move toward the stage and check in with the Senior Class Dean, who will direct you to wait behind Dean Angrist.
- When Dean Angrist reads your name, walk to center stage.
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Take the diploma case with your LEFT hand, leaving your RIGHT hand free to shake President Kiss' hand. A second photo will be taken here.
- Exit toward the Lippman Hall walkway, stopping for a third and final professional photo.
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Photography: Please ask your guests to refrain from blocking aisles or views. Grad Images will email you proofs about two weeks after the ceremony with an option (not an obligation) to purchase.
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- Meeting Point: Coordinate a specific meeting point with your family and friends ahead of time, as the crowd will be large and cell service could be spotty.
- Rugby Field will be set up with tables for academic departments, programs, student affairs and athletics (see the map in your Commencement program). Come socialize and celebrate with family, classmates, faculty and staff.
- Diplomas: Please note that you will not receive your actual diploma on Sunday. Digital and hard-copy diplomas will be sent to you officially after Commencement.
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Congratulations, graduate! Enjoy this special day. You've earned it!
Sincerely,
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Dean Angrist (she/her/hers)
Stephen J. and Diane K. Ciesinski Dean of the Faculty and
Vice President for Academic Affairs
dof@union.edu
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