On behalf of the faculty of the Department of Anthropology I would like to invite you to the annual Departmental Convocation. This event recognizes the achievements of our graduating students and it provides an opportunity for you to celebrate with family, friends and the faculty. We encourage you to attend and would like to send you two complimentary tickets to the event. You may also invite additional guests by purchasing in advance up to ten tickets at $4.00 each. If you wish to accept this invitation (or simply receive your departmental certificate by mail), please provide the information below and return the RSVP to the department office (BT 350) by Friday, May 5th, 2006. Please include payment for any guest tickets with the RSVP. You may also mail your response to the Department of Anthropology, San Jose State University, 1 Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0113.

                                          Regards,

                                                Prof. J. A. English-Lueck, Chair

Event Information

The Departmental Convocation begins at noon in Washington Square Hall room 4 on 5/27/06, immediately following the University Commencement at Spartan Stadium. Refreshments will be provided, as well as an opportunity to chat with friends, family and faculty members. At 12:30pm-1:00pm we will move across the hallway to room WSQ109 for the formal part of the event. Each student (wearing cap and gown) will be introduced, presented with a signed departmental certificate of recognition, and given the opportunity to take a few minutes to share any thoughts about completing this milestone in their life. You are under no obligation to say anything, but we encourage you to do so. You may, for example, wish to thank particular people for their support, comment generally on what your education has meant to you, or simply say a few words about your future plans. If you prefer not to say anything you may rest assured that you will not be pressured to do so. After you receive your certificate you will pass along a receiving line to be greeted by each member of the faculty (also in cap and gown). Following the formal part of the event you invited back to the reception for further refreshments.

If you have any further questions please contact:
                                                 Gloria Montez @ 408-924-5341.

This event is wheelchair accessible. Individuals needing sign language interpreters, escorts, or accommodations are encouraged to contact us as soon as possible at 408-924-5710.