{"id":3391,"date":"2024-04-18T08:30:13","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T14:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.coloradocollege.edu\/emailarchive\/?p=3391"},"modified":"2024-04-18T09:01:52","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T15:01:52","slug":"commencement-is-a-month-away-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.coloradocollege.edu\/emailarchive\/2024\/04\/18\/commencement-is-a-month-away-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Commencement is a Month Away!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Commencement celebrations are only a month away! <\/strong> <\/h1>\n

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Class of 2024 Quote: <\/strong> “In a time of destruction, create something.” -Maxine Hong Kingston <\/span> <\/span><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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The countdown is ON. You are in your final weeks at CC! Commencement is set for Sunday, May 19, at 8:30 a.m., in Ed Robson Arena<\/strong> and we can\u2019t wait to celebrate with you! <\/div>\n
As you head into the final block of the academic year, and the flurry of year-end activities that come with it, we\u2019re sharing some need-to-know info to get ready for the big day. Please take note of the dates below and keep a close eye on your inbox and the Commencement 2024 webpage<\/a> for further details and updates.  <\/span> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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Apply to Graduate Deadline is TOMORROW \u2013 Friday, April 19<\/strong> <\/h2>\n

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Graduating seniors must submit their application to graduate by Friday, April 19<\/strong>\u202fto walk in the ceremony this spring. If eligible, you will find the link to the application on your student menu in Banner SSB. It only takes a few minutes to opt in to the ceremony, provide height information for a gown, and confirm other important details. Please also record your name in NameCoach<\/strong> to ensure proper pronunciation at the ceremony.\u202f<\/span><\/div>\n
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Announcing This Year\u2019s Honorary Degree Recipient  <\/span><\/h2>\n
CC is pleased to share that we will be presenting Jim Rosenthal ’70 <\/strong>with an Honorary Degree during Commencement. Honorary Degrees are awarded to individuals who have rendered distinguished service to society or made extraordinary achievements in their own profession. Learn more about Rosenthal and why he\u2019s being honored.<\/a><\/span>
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Other end-of-year events and festivities include: <\/em>  <\/span><\/div>\n

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Honors Convocation\u202f<\/strong> <\/h2>\n
Tuesday, May 7, 11 a.m.<\/strong>, Shove Memorial Chapel\u202f <\/span><\/div>\n
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This is CC\u2019s opportunity to honor outstanding students and faculty. The annual program includes departmental awards, all-college awards, and awards from the CC Student Government Association.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Sesquicentennial Ice Cream Social<\/strong>, immediately following Honors Convocation (approx. 12:15 p.m.) on Tava Quad. NOTE: <\/b>If inclement weather is expected, this event will be moved to Armstrong Great Hall. <\/span><\/div>\n
Rastall hours will be extended to 2:30 p.m. on Tues. May 7 to accommodate students and employees attending the all-campus events set for this day. <\/span><\/div>\n

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Saturday, May 18, 3 p.m., <\/strong>Shove Memorial Chapel<\/span>
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Baccalaureate Speaker \u2013 <\/strong>Rebecca Garcia, CC Professor of Mathematics, has been selected as this year’s Baccalaureate speaker.\u202fEach year, graduating seniors nominate a faculty member to deliver the Baccalaureate address. Professor Garcia\u2019s nomination offered praise for her inclusive philosophy, honor of unique talents, and commitment to advocating for students. <\/span><\/div>\n
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Departmental Receptions <\/strong> <\/h2>\n
Click here<\/a> for dates, times, and locations of all academic department-specific receptions, most of which take place after Baccalaureate on May 18<\/strong>. Invitations are sent directly from each department. <\/strong> <\/span><\/div>\n
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Post-Commencement President\u2019s Reception<\/strong> <\/h2>\n
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Immediately following the Commencement ceremony, President L. Song Richardson will host a reception for all to enjoy on Tava Quad until approx. 12:30 p.m. <\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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Submit Your Info for Senior Spotlights <\/h2>\n
We want to honor the outstanding achievements of our senior students! To be featured on CC\u2019s social media accounts leading up to Commencement, just complete this\u202fquick survey<\/a>, which asks you to share about your CC experience, favorite memories, and post-graduation plans. <\/span><\/div>\n

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Commencement Photos<\/strong> <\/h2>\n
GradImages will be on campus during Commencement weekend. Register in advance at\u202fgradimages.com\/registration<\/a>\u202fin order to view and purchase photos more quickly after graduation. <\/span><\/div>\n

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