Commencement
When it comes time to get ready for Commencement Day itself, here are the facts you need to make the most of the occasion.
Calendar
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December 2012
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May 2013
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| Baccalaureate Service |
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Commencement for traditional undergraduates
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- Friday, December 14, 7:30 pm
- Carlson Gymnasium
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- Saturday, May 11, 10:00 am
- Carlson Gymansium
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| Commencement for School of Adult Learning and graduate programs |
- Friday, December 14, 7:30 pm
- Carlson Gymnasium
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- Saturday, May 11, 3:00 pm
- Carlson Gymnasium
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| Commencement for the Seminary |
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Friday, December 14, 7:30 pm
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Carlson Gymnasium
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- Saturday, May 11, 7:00 pm
- Anderson Chapel
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Tickets for Commencement
May Commencement
Due to space limitations, tickets are required for the 10:00 am commencement ceremony for traditional undergraduates. Each graduate participating in the commencement ceremony will receive four tickets at rehearsal. We expect a capacity audience for this event. Doors to the Gymnasium, Hamming Hall, and Viking Café will open for ticket holders at 9:15 am. Tickets will not be required after 9:45 am. After 9:45 am, if space permits, ushers will seat guests without tickets.
A limited amount of seating will be available in Viking Café for viewing the ceremony on live video. This option may be advisable for people with small children or anyone who might find climbing the bleachers difficult.
Commencement Ceremony Live Streaming
For individuals who wish to participate in the Commencement ceremony virtually, a live-streaming video will be available at www.northpark.edu/live for both the 10:00 am and 3:00 pm ceremonies. Tune in to watch your graduates walk across the stage and join the social chat to share your comments and congratulations.
Eligibility
To be eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony, all course and degree requirements must be completed. Students completing degree requirements in December have the option to participate in the December ceremony or the following May. Students completing degree requirements in August have the option to participate in that December's ceremony or the following May.
Caps and Gowns
You indicated on your Graduation Application your gown size information. This information remains confidential and is used solely for placing the order. The cap, gown, hood, tassel, honor cords (if applicable) and commencement tickets will be distributed at commencement rehearsal. All commencement regalia is yours to keep.
Commencement Rehearsal
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December 2012
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May 2013
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Wednesday, December 12
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| Traditional undergraduates |
- Regalia distribution: 4:00 to 5:15 pm, Wikholm Lounge
- Rehearsal: 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Carlson Gymnasium
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- Regalia distribution: 4:00 to 5:15 pm, Wikholm Lounge
- Rehearsal: 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Carlson Gymnasium
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| School of Adult Learning and all graduate programs |
- Regalia distribution: 4:00 to 5:15 pm, Wikholm Lounge
- Rehearsal: 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Carlson Gymnasium
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- Regalia distribution: 4:00 to 5:15 pm, Wikholm Lounge
- Rehearsal: 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Carlson Gymnasium
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North Park Theological Seminary
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- Regalia distribution: 4:00 to 5:15 pm, Wikholm Lounge
- Rehearsal: 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Carlson Gymnasium
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- Regalia distribution and rehearsal: Friday, May 10, 10:00 am, Anderson Chapel
- Robing: Saturday, May 11, 6:00 pm, Olsson Lounge
- More details
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Class Rings and Insignia Merchandise
You may purchase personalized announcements, diploma frames, or a class ring from Jostens.