Graduation is an exciting time in your life, and it represents both past success and future promise. In honor of your achievement, the college community is pleased to invite you to participate in the Graduation Gala and 2012 Commencement Exercises.
As a graduate of Monroe College, you will become part of a proud tradition of accomplished individuals who, through hard work, dedication and commitment, have achieved a milestone in academic success.
We join with your family and friends in extending our congratulations to you on this significant occasion.
Sincerely,
The Commencement Committee
Important Information
GALA Dinner: This dinner and awards ceremony celebrates your accomplishments.
Award Recipients: Summa Cum Laude graduates will receive Academic Distinction and will be recognized at the Gala. Students graduating Cum Laude (3.4 – 3.59), Magna Cum Laude (3.6 – 3.79), and Summa Cum Laude
(3.8 – 4.0) will have their distinction noted in the Commencement Program.
The Graduate and Undergraduate Graduation Gala will be at:
New Rochelle:
Greentree Country Club
538 Davenport Ave
New Rochelle, NY 10805/914-636-8500
Special Note: The Graduate and Undergraduate Galas are two separate events.
The Undergraduate Gala
Date: Monday, June 4, 2012 at 6:30pm
Please respond by:
Friday, May 25, 2012 for the Undergraduate Gala
The King Graduate School Gala
Date: Monday, June 4, 2012 at 6:30pm
Guestsat a cost of $50.00 each are permitted (unlimited/no children)
Please respond by:
Thursday,May 24th2012 for the MBA Graduate Gala
Invitations will be sent to you via mail and your Monroe email.
The Bronx
Bronx Gala and Award Ceremony (Bachelors)
Maestro’s
Tuesday June 5th 6:30pm.
1703 Bronxdale Ave.
Bronx, NY 10460
Bronx Gala and Award Ceremony (Associates)
Maestro’s
Thursday June 7th 6:30pm.
1703 Bronxdale Ave.
Bronx, NY 10460
Commencement Ceremony
Commencement Day
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 W 34th Street
New York, NY 10001-1188
Time:
10:00 am- School of Allied Health, School of Business &Accounting, School of Nursing, Master of Business Administration in Business Management
3:00 pm- School of Criminal Justice, School of Hospitality Management & The Culinary Arts, School of Information Technology, Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Tickets: Four guest tickets will be given per graduate
Graduates should plan to arrive an hour before the start of your ceremony with your academic attire. Please be sure that you eat a light snack before you leave home. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Students who receive academic distinction at the Gala as well as Honors Program graduates should wear their medals and/or honors stoles to commencement.
The academic processions will begin promptly at 10:00am and 3:00pm
Commencement Ceremony
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
Guests: Each guest must have a ticket (no exceptions) and arrive no later than 9:00 (for morning grads) and 2:00(for the afternoon grads).
Attire: Please remember to bring your graduation attire with you. Members of the college staff as well as Jostens will be there to assist you with your cap and gown.
Name card: You will receive your name card at the Grad Finale. Please bring your name card with you to the Commencement Ceremony. The name card is used to call your name when you cross the stage.
Alumni Community
Update your contact information and register with our on-line Alumni Community by 5/24/2012 to receive your special gift: http://www.monroecollege.edu/alumni
Graduation is your time to celebrate and receive recognition for your accomplishments. Everyone at the College salutes you and offers you a sincere congratulations!
CONGRATULATIONS! |