○ Pick up your graduate card , which will be scanned when your name is called on stage. ( You will need this card to walk across the stage. DO NOT LOSE IT )
○ Proceed to your assigned line (A–E) as indicated on your graduate card. Marshals will guide you from there.
Processional & Ceremony Instructions ● Procession :
○ The procession will begin 20 minutes before the start time of the ceremony. ○ Follow instructions from the marshals during the procession. Please stay in an orderly line.
● Seating : Fill all seats completely — do not leave empty seats or skip rows.
Crossing the Stage : ● You will be in line waiting for your turn to cross the stage.
● A staff member will stop you at a certain point and let you know when to begin walking.
● When prompted, hand your graduate card to the staff member on stage so it can be scanned.
● When your name is called:
○ Walk across the stage.
○ Shake hands and receive your diploma cover .
○ Doctoral students will be hooded on stage .
○ Pause briefly for a photo at the end of the stage. (You will be directed by a photographer)
○ Return to your seat (please note: this may not be the same seat you started in).
Reminder: Please remain seated until the ceremony has ended to honor and respect all graduates
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