Graduation and Commencement
Graduation
The University Registrar is responsible for the academic side of graduation. It requires that each student file a Notice of Candidacy for Graduation Form prior to graduation. See the Registrar's site for details.
Commencement
May Commencement normally takes place on the Sunday immediately following the conclusion of final examinations. Students who have properly filed their Notice of Candidacy will receive information concerning the baccalaureate service, the candlelight ceremony, and the College Commencement ceremony from the Office of Student Affairs.
The day after the college-wide ceremony, graduating History majors and their families and friends are invited to attend the departmental ceremony, at which they will receive their diplomas, as well as any individual awards. After the presentation of diplomas, a reception is held in honor of the new graduates.
Students who are eligible to receive a degree in two majors will be asked in advance to select the department from which they wish to receive their diploma in person.
