Commencement Q & A
When is Commencement?
Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at 7 p.m., in the Allen County Memorial Coliseum Arena.
Who is eligible to attend the ceremony?
Students who completed degree requirements in December 2007, or who anticipate completing degree requirements in May 2008 or either summer session 2008, are eligible to participate in the ceremony.
Do we need tickets for the Commencement ceremony?
No, you do not need tickets for our Commencement ceremony.
How do we know if we are graduating with honors?
Students graduating with honors and participating in the ceremony will receive a letter regarding honor cords from the Academic Ceremonies office in mid March. A tentative listing of honors should be available in the Ceremonies office the second week of March. Students may also contact their academic dean or advising office.
When will we actually receive our diplomas?
December graduates will be notified by postcard when diplomas are available. Diplomas for May graduates will be available at the graduation celebration following the Commencement ceremony. Summer graduates will be notified by postcard when their diplomas are available.
Where do I get a cap and gown?
Caps and gown are available through the IPFW bookstore February 26-March 16 with late orders taken April 2-13 ($3 late fee assessed). All students participating in the ceremony must go to the bookstore to fill out appropriate forms and receive instruction sheets for Commencement.
What time do students need to be at the Coliseum?
Candidates for graduation are to line up by their department/degree sign in hallways of the Arena by 6:30 p.m. on May 14. The signs include school, department, and degree. Find the one that matches your degree and line up.
Is there a rehearsal for students? How will we know what to do?
There is no rehearsal for students. Faculty marshals will lead the students throughout the ceremony. Just read through the information sheet included with your cap and gown, pay attention to the speakers, and follow the leader (your faculty marshal).
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