On May 21st the Department of Humanities will hold its Spring 2009 Convocation, celebrating the accomplishments of its Summer, Fall and Spring graduates. The Convocation includes Liberal Studies, Humanities and Religious Studies majors. Creative Arts majors have their own convocation. If you have been registered in the 2008-2009 Academic Year including Summer 2009, we invite you, your family and guests to attend the ceremony.*
During the ceremony, each student's name will be announced. The Department Chair will congratulate each student on stage and have their picture taken together. Your official SJSU diploma will be mailed to you at a later date by the University.
Below is the FAQ Section regarding this event. If you have questions, please contact Ana Molina at 408/924-4414 or ana.molina@sjsu.edu.
Remember to invite your favorite professors to the ceremony. Their admission is free!
Q: When and where will the Liberal Studies/Humanities Department Convocation be held?
A: Thursday, May 21, 2009 at the Morris Dailey Auditorium
2:00 pm - Decorations
2:45 pm - ALL graduates arrive at Morris Dailey for check-in and rehearsal
3:30 pm - Group photos
4:30 pm - Doors Open at Morris Dailey Auditorium
4:50 pm - Graduates line up for Processional March
All participating students assemble outside the Morris Dailey Auditorium. Specific instructions will
be given to you at that time. Come dressed in your cap and gown.
5:00 pm - Ceremony starts with Processional March into the Auditorium.
7:00 pm - Refreshments
Parking information is available at: http://www.union.sjsu.edu/Maps_and_Directions/directions.htm
Q: How do I participate in the Convocation?
A: RSVP by Friday, March 13 to ana.molina@sjsu.edu or call 924-4414. You MUST RSVP even if you are not going to invite guests.
Participants must contact Ana Molina to verify graduation status.
Purchase your guest tickets from Ana Molina between April 27 to May 21.
Ticket cost is $50. This allows 12 guests per student.
Graduates: FREE
Maximum Guests per Graduate: 12
All sales are final - No refunds allowed. All tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
GUESTS MUST BRING THEIR TICKETS WITH THEM TO ATTEND THE CEREMONY.
Starting May 11, further instructions will be emailed to students who have made their reservations.
Q: What happens before the ceremony?
Q: Do we receive caps, gowns and tassels?
A: No. You will need to purchase caps, gowns, and white tassels at the bookstore on campus or on-line at www.spartanbookstore.com
Q: Are there announcement invitations available?
A: Yes. You can purchase personalized ones under "campus links" on www.spartanbookstore.com and
generic/blank cards are available at Spartan Bookstore on campus.
Q: Will there be any food or drinks served at the event?
A: Spartan Catering will serve light refreshments after the ceremony outside on the north side of the auditorium facing Clark Hall.
Q: Will professional photographs be taken?
A: Yes. A professional photographer will be taking group pictures before and during the ceremony.
There is no obligation to purchase any photo packages offered.
Q: Is there reserved seating at the Morris Dailey
Auditorium?
A: No. We recommend that your guests arrive early to secure the best seats.
Q: Are there any items guests cannot bring into the Auditorium?
A: Yes. The following items are prohibited:
Note: *The event is wheel chair accessible. Graduates needing special accommodations should contact Ana Molina immediately.
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