Where: Hershey Hall
When: Saturday, May 3
Processional: 10 a.m.
You should be dressed in cap and gown and in line for final check
no later than 9:40 a.m. Items adorning the gown are limited to
those recieved at Honors Day. We ask that men wear ties (coats
are not necessary) and women wear dresses. It may be warm in the
gym, so dress accordingly.
Seating
We will have seating available for graduates’ family members
and friends who are unable to climb stairs. The lower bleachers
of the balcony sections on both sides of the gym will be reserved
for easy access.
Graduates may invite as many guests as they wish. Seating is not
reserved.
Unlimited guests may be invited, however seating is not reserved.
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Parking
Please see enclosed information. Disability accessible parking is on
the west side of Hershey Hall (Zollner Golf Course side).
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Commencement Photographs
Tri-State University has contracted Chappell Studios of Fairfield,
Iowa, to take individual pictures of graduates as they receive
their diplomas. Proofs will be sent to each graduate; there is no
obligation to buy.
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DVD Orders
TSU has a camera crew that will capture all the memories of
Commencement 2008, from the opening procession to the closing
remarks. Each graduate will be viewed walking across the stage
to receive his/her diploma and congratulations from university
administrators. Cost is $15. (The DVDs will be mailed by the end
of June.) Please complete the enclosed form and return it no later
than April 30, 2008.
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Announcements and Cap/Gown Pickup
Graduation announcements are now available in the University
Bookstore at a cost of $1.25 each. Orders for caps and gowns
were taken during Senior Salute. Call the bookstore immediately
at 260.665.4153 if you have not yet placed your order. Caps and
gowns will be available for pickup at the bookstore beginning
April 7 for those who placed orders during Senior Salute. The
gown is wrapped in plastic, and you will probably need to hang it
up to get rid of the wrinkles.
If you cannot pick up your cap and gown by 4 p.m. (Eastern
Daylight Time) on May 2, please call the bookstore at 260.665.4153
to make arrangements for pick-up.
The charge is $28 (with tax) for the cap and gown; they are yours to
keep.
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Obligations
All library books and overdue fines are due on Thursday, May 1.
If you’ve lost the library book(s) loaned out to you, check with a
librarian to arrange replacing the book(s).
Please make sure that all financial matters with TSU have been
settled. School policy states that transcripts, diplomas, and other
records will be held if there are any monies owed to the University
or organizations officially recognized by the University.
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Second Degree Forms
If planning to continue at TSU for a second degree, make sure you
have filed the proper form. Forms are available in the Office of the
Registrar and should be filled out and returned as soon as possible.
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Incomplete Grades
Diplomas cannot be issued to students with “I” or “IP” grades on their records.
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Senior Grade Reports
Spring grades will be mailed on May 6 to U.S. students’ home
addresses (on file in the Office of the Registrar) and to international
students’ local addresses unless otherwise specified by the student.
Transcript copies previously requested will be mailed on May 9 at
the earliest. If you need copies of your transcript, fill out the form
in the Office of the Registrar. Remember, there is a $3 charge per
copy due at the time of request.
You will receive a complimentary personal copy of your
completed transcript through the mail.
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Diploma Distribution
Fall '07 graduates: You should have received your diploma. If you have not received it, check with someone in the Office of the Registrar.
Spring ’08 graduates: You may pick up your diploma on the
Tuesday following commencement, May 6, between 1 p.m. and
5 p.m. in the Office of the Registrar. Diplomas that are not picked
up will be mailed to an address specified by the graduate.
Summer and fall ’08 graduates: You will receive your diploma after
you have completed your final term.
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From the Career Center
Congratulations, graduates! It has been such a pleasure to work
with so many 2008 TSU graduates in the job search. Many
of you have already accepted offers, and others have opportunities
in progress. For those who have not used our services, we
encourage you to consider our assistance.
Once you have accepted employment, please notify us at
careerservices@tristate.edu. This information is used for statistical
purposes only and, we assure you, is kept confidential. As you
advance in your careers, remember that TSU placement services
are available to alumni for a lifetime. Perhaps some day you will
be in a position to encourage your employer to consider a TSU
graduate. It is very satisfying to help a young professional launch
his or her career.
For your entire professional career, pursue your future with
ambition, perseverance, and integrity!
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