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Note: Robinson Stadium has installed a brand new artificial turf field. We are asking that graduates do not wear stiletto heals or bring gum or sunflower seeds to commencement. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Commencement will take place on Friday June 19, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in Robinson Stadium
Graduation Rehearsal
The graduation rehearsal will take place at 9:00 a.m. sharp the day of commencement. We encourage all graduates to attend the rehearsal. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. in Galloway Plaza (between the Parking Structure on Bonnie Ave. and the east end of Robinson Stadium). The rehearsal will be completed by 10:30 a.m.
Assembly Time and Place
Graduates will assemble at 6 p.m. on the ground level of the Parking Structure located at Bonnie Ave. and Del Mar. Please be on time.
Graduates will be asked to form two lines, those whose last name begins with the letters A through L and those whose last name begins with the letters M through Z. Find the signs in the parking structure and line up accordingly. In case of rain, Commencement will take place in Sexson Auditorium. (top)
Official Name Card and Tassels
If you did not receive an official name card or tassel with your cap and gown or if you have lost it, you can obtain a card at the Graduate assembly line. (top)
Disabilities Accommodations
There is a special section designated in Robinson Stadium to accommodate deaf and hard of hearing students, their families and guests. This special section will afford you the best view of the sign language interpreter.
The reserved seating section will be located on the West end and home side of the stadium and marked VIP section. Look for the VIP signs.
Handicapped-designated parking is available in both of the campus
parking structures and in most of the open parking lots. There is a
large section of designated parking on Level 1 of the structure
labeled Lot 4, near the intersection of Hill Avenue and Del Mar
Boulevard.
Accessible viewing areas for guests with mobility disabilities are
located throughout Robinson Stadium and there are multiple
accessible routes to these locations. There are four wheelchair insets
in the front row of the Home side stands and ten in the front row of
the Visitor side stands. Each wheelchair inset includes bleacher
seating for accompanying guests. (top)
Procession of Graduates from Stadium
Graduates will process out of Robinson Stadium through the East Gate and through the Sculpture Garden, into the Galloway Plaza where a celebration with free refreshments and music will take place. (top)
Where to Meet your Graduate
Meet your graduate in the Galloway Plaza, at the North end of the Scupture Garden! Do not attempt to run onto the field or meet your graduate in line. (top)
Cap and Gown Return
Students: Please remember to return your cap and gown at the Jameson Amphitheater, located at the South end of the Sculpture Garden.
Faculty: Return your cap and gown at the East side of the C building. (top)
Diplomas
You will receive a diploma cover at the Ceremony. Diplomas are mailed to you upon verification of completion of all requirements for graduation. (top)
Restrooms
STAGING AREA - on either side of the TICKET BOOTH
STADIUM – on the VISITOR'S SIDE, TOWARD THE STAGE
QUAD AREA
- C BUILDING (WOMEN’S ON THE EAST END OF THE HALL
- MEN’S ON THE WEST END OF THE HALL.
- ROBBINS BUILDING – LOBBY (top)
Emergencies and First Aid
Seek out a uniformed officer for assistance. Police Officers, campus police, and cadets will be on hand to help handle emergencies that may occur. A FIRST AID STATION is located in the Hutto Patterson Gym on the second floor. (top)
Lost and Found
If you have lost an item, check with Campus Police or call (626) 585-7484. You may turn in found items to the Campus Safety or at the Alumni Info Booth. (top)
Public Telephones
- inside the C Building,
- inside of the Robbins Building,
- in front of the Gym and
- inside the Campus Center (top)
Use of Cameras & Video Equipment
For the convenience of the graduates, the college provides a professional photography service. Please do not use flash or lighted video equipment during the program.
Please be mindful not to block the view of the ceremony while you are taking photos. (top)
Graduation Pictures
Each graduate will be photographed as they receive their diploma. You will receive a photo by mail. Be sure to update your mailing address with the Records Office and the Alumni Office to ensure proper delivery. (top) |
