Congratulations to our Spring 2008 Warner College of Natural Resources Graduates!
Please read the following instructions carefully and inform your guests of times, locations, parking, and building access. Also, please complete the attached “Commencement Attendance” form and return room 110 Natural Resources Building by MAY 2nd.
Please Note: Masters and Ph.D. candidates will be recognized at the Graduate School Ceremony at Moby Arena, Friday, May 16th, 3:00 p.m.
Download and print Required Commencement Attendance Form (pdf)
Line-up:
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Place: North Ballroom, 2nd Floor North End, Lory Student Center
The Ceremony:
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2008
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Place: Main Ballroom, 2nd Floor, Lory Student Center
Reception:
Time: Immediately following ceremony (10:30 a.m.)
Place: Food Court, Lory Student Center
We invite all graduates (Seniors, Master’s, Ph.D.’s) to attend the College Commencement, although the Friday afternoon ceremony on May 16th at 3:00 p.m. in Moby Arena is specifically for Masters and Ph.D. candidates.
Caps and Gowns: All students must wear traditional academic regalia. Students graduating with academic honors (cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude) will wear gold robes. Cum Laude students MUST bring your letter from the Registrar’s Office to the Art Lounge in the Lory Student Center to pick up your regalia. University Honors Scholars wear green robes and a bachelor stole.
Our regalia company will have a sufficient supply available to accommodate everyone. Regalia will be available in the Art Lounge of the Lory Student Center on Tuesday, May 13th, Wednesday, May 14th and Thursday, May 15th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Return of regalia will be immediately after the ceremony in the Art Lounge, Lory Student Center. Please note that you may be charged for late returns. Any late returns should be sent directly to Unique Recognition, 333 E 4th St, Ste 102, Loveland, CO 80537. Rental costs for regalia are as follows (tax included, no refund or deposit): Students, except for doctoral candidates, keep cap and tassel
Bachelor's cap, gown, and tassel $18.00
Extra souvenir tassels (green, gold or degree colors) $6.00
Master's cap, gown, hood, tassel $35.00
Ph.D. cap, gown, hood, tassel $35.00
(Note: The regalia supplier will accept CASH ONLY for payment)
Your tassel (russet for Natural Resources) identifies the degree you are receiving. Master's hood colors match the degree, not the major. All Master's tassels are black.
In recognition of the tradition and dignity of a graduation ceremony, you should not decorate your regalia in any way. Tassels are worn on the left side. Do not switch your tassel during the ceremony. Your mortarboard cap should be worn level, not on the back of your head.
Lineup: You will receive your name card and line-up instructions from the Dean’s Office staffers. During the ceremony, your name will be read from the card as you receive your diploma cover. Line up with other students in your major.
Guests: Due to limited space, there is a LIMIT OF 5 on the NUMBER OF GUESTS you may invite to the ceremony. Persons in wheelchairs can be accommodated. An elevator is available in the Student Center. Those who might have difficulty in climbing steps should arrive early. Interpretation services for the hearing impaired will be arranged at each ceremony.
Announcements: Announcements may be ordered at the University Bookstore in the Lory Student Center flea market area from an official representative from the announcement company. Customized orders will be taken Tuesday, February 19th through Thursday, February 21st, 2008, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and received within 7 to 10 days of being ordered. Orders placed after February 21st at www.cbgrad.com or by calling 800-433-0296. Non-personalized announcements can be purchased at the Lory Student Center bookstore anytime.
Parking: Parking is available north of the Student Center without a permit after 4 p.m. on Friday. Visitors can park anywhere on campus except for the 20-minute loading zones and red zones. Enjoy entering through the new Transit Center, going up one level, and following the hallway to other stairs and elevators to the Main Ballroom on the second floor. Additional information regarding parking can be obtained from University Parking services at 491-7041.
Inclement Weather: In the event of inclement weather, please call 970-491-SNOW for updates on the university's operating status and news of any closures or cancellations.
Processional: The processional will form in the North Ballroom of the Lory Student Center. Look for your Department sign and follow instructions for line-up given by the Department and College marshals. Please report to the North Ballroom no later than 8:30 a.m.; the ceremony will start promptly at 9:00 a.m. Allow adequate time for parking, walking to the Student Center from the car, weather delays, driving, etc. It is very important that you pick-up your name card from the check-in table before getting into line. This card will be used to read your name during the ceremony.
Decorum: This ceremony is a very public event, reflecting upon you, your Department, your College, and the University. For this reason, we request that your behavior during the ceremony reflect the dignity and importance of this occasion for all of us. University administrators and members of the Board of Governors will participate in our ceremony. Alcoholic beverages or inappropriate substances or objects are not in keeping with the dignified nature of our commencement ceremony and are not permitted. Such items will be confiscated as you enter the line-up area. This ceremony is the capstone of the academic experience for you, other students, and families and friends. Your recognition of the rights of others to enjoy the ceremony free from disruptive or inappropriate behavior is appreciated.
Can't Attend? If you are unable to attend the ceremony, diploma covers are available in the Provost’s Office (undergraduates only) or from the Graduate School (graduate students only). Diploma covers can be mailed to you by calling 491-6614 or for graduate students, 491-6817. The cost is $3.00 postage for U.S. mailing. The actual diploma will be mailed to you approximately 6 weeks after commencement.
Questions? If you have questions, please contact the Dean’s Office, Warner College of Natural Resources, Room 101 Natural Resources Building, or call 491-5443.
Download and print Required Commencement Attendance Form (pdf)
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