Graduation Information
Methodist College holds a Graduation Ceremony in December for
fall graduates and in May for spring graduates. Our next graduation is
scheduled for:
Spring 2012 Graduation Ceremony – May 19, 2012 at 10am.
Graduation Information for Student’s Completing their
Degree Requirements in Summer 2012
Spring 2012 Graduation Information
EVENT LOCATION & FACILITIES
The Spring 2012 graduation will be held May 19, 2012 at 10am at
the Five Points Washington, located at 360 North Wilmor Road, Washington,
Illinois. The facility is located near Washington High School and
features the Caterpillar Performing Arts Center that seats 1,000.
Directions for graduates and family members are included in the ticket
packets. Methodist College will have staff present to direct people
appropriately once they are inside the facility.
TICKET INFORMATION
All graduates will receive 9 tickets. You will be able to
pick up your tickets from Monday, May 14 through Thursday, May 17 from the
Student Services desk (room 619) or on Friday, May 18 at the Graduation
Fair. Only students who indicated that they were participating in the
ceremony, and meet all degree requirements are able to pick up tickets.
Also, please remember that anyone over the age of 2 will need to have a ticket
for entry into the ceremony itself.
GRADUATION FAIR INFORMATION
The College is holding a Graduation Fair on Friday, May
18. Specifically, we have the following events scheduled.
| 9:30am – 10:30am |
Rehearsal at Five Points
Washington |
| 11am – 1pm |
Alumni Registration,
Career Services Information, Badge Drop Off, Transcript Request Forms, Finger
Food in Main Lobby of College |
1pm
|
Class Photos from Color
Classics in room 102 |
Please attend these events as they will provide each of you a
better understanding of Graduation.
DAY OF CEREMONY INFORMATION
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to ceremony for last minute
information and directions. Staff will be present to direct you to your
dressing room. Specific information on the ceremony itself will be made
available to graduates at the rehearsal on Friday, May 18.
Graduates are advised that possession and consumption of alcohol
at the Ceremony is strictly prohibited. Students may be asked to open their
robes as they exit the lineup area for the processional. Any student failing to
comply or found to be in possession of alcohol will not be allowed to
participate.
Questions or concerns regarding accessibility or appropriate
accommodations should be addressed to the Dean of Enrollment Management at
(309) 672-5916
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does my graduation fee
cover?
The graduation fee covers costs associated with the ceremony
itself and your nursing pin. It does not cover your cap and gown or your NCLEX
fees.
What time should guests start
to arrive for the Ceremony?
Guests and graduates should not arrive earlier than one hour
prior to the ceremony start time. The doors to the Caterpillar Performing Arts
Center will not open until one hour before the event itself.
What happens if there is bad
weather?
Graduates and guests should listen to Peoria radio and
television stations for cancellation information. If there is a cancellation
due to inclement weather, Commencement will not be rescheduled.
Is there a limit on the
amount of guests I can bring?
Yes, each student is limited to one guest per ticket.
Tickets are required for admission.
How long will the ceremony
last?
Graduates and guests should plan on the ceremony lasting an
estimated one and a half to two hours.
Is there a dress code for
graduation?
Graduates are expected to dress appropriately for
Graduation. Graduates who wear inappropriate clothing, or alter the
appearance of their caps and gowns significantly will not be allowed to
participate in the ceremony.
Am I required to participate
in Ceremony to receive my diploma?
No. Diplomas and nursing pins will be mailed to everyone who has
met degree requirements regardless of whether they chose to participate in the
ceremony itself.
