Graduation Frequently Asked Questions
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| How do I confirm that I have met all the requirements to graduate? |
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Questions regarding requirements for graduation and application status can be found in the college calendar applicable to your year(s) of study. Specific questions can be directed to the Office of the Registrar.
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| When will I receive my invitation to attend Convocation? |
| Invitations will be emailed to all eligible students by the end of March. |
| How many guests am I allowed to bring? |
| To allow each student and their family to fully participate in Convocation, the first three guest tickets are free, there will be an option to purchase extra tickets for a charge of $10.00 + GST if additional tickets are available. |
| Do graduates need a ticket to Convocation? |
| No, once you have completed the RSVP form and paid the gown rentals, grads will have assigned seats, only guests require a ticket. |
| What do I need to do before I can graduate? |
| You must have completed or be in the progress of completing all requirements for the credential you are working toward before you submit an Application for Graduation Form online. |
| How do I arrange for a gown to wear at Convocation? |
| The RSVP for Convocation Form includes space for you to provide specifications for your gown. A gown will be rented on your behalf, labeled with your name and waiting for you in the Student Gowning area when you arrive for Convocation. |
| What do I wear underneath the grad gown? |
| Wear regular business dress. The gown has long sleeves and will complement any style of dress shirt underneath. Men may want to wear a shirt and tie to complement the open collar. Light clothing is best as the gowns are a heavy material. |
| How will my name appear on the parchment? |
| Your name will appear on your parchment as recorded in the official student record. If you require a change to your record, please complete the Student Change of Information Form and forward it to the Office of the Registrar. |
| I have responded to the Convocation invitation indicating that I would attend the ceremony, but am no longer able to do so. Who should I contact? |
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Please contact the Office of the Registrar.
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| What do I have to do so that I can attend Convocation? |
| You must have completed or be in the progress of completing all requirements for the credential you are working toward before you submit an Application for Graduation Form online. |
| How can I order a ring? |
| Graduation rings are available through various vendors such as Jostens and are the responsibility of the student. Jostens does set up a booth on campus 1-2 times through the academic year. Watch for posters indicating dates and times. |
| How long is the ceremony? |
| The ceremony lasts approximately 2 hours. |
| Is it okay if my sister brings her baby? |
| Yes, we encourage all family members to participate in this celebration of your accomplishments. Please keep in mind that the ceremony will be approximately 2 hours long and that this is a long time for a child/baby to sit quietly. We politely ask that if a child starts to get restless or loud that they leave the convocation area to allow all guests to enjoy the ceremony. Children over the age of 12 months require a ticket. |
| When will I receive my parchment? |
| Parchments are not prepared until all final marks are received and graduate status has been determined. Once eligibility has been determined, parchments are prepared and signatures are obtained. Applications for Graduation are processed after the 10th of each month. When this process has been completed, the parchment is held for pick up or mailed to the "Permanent Address" on the student's official record. If you require a change to your record, please update your address through your Self Service account or complete the Student Change of Information Form and forward it to the Office of the Registrar. |