Dear Volgenau School Graduate,
Congratulations on earning your degree! Your Convocation is Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. in the Patriot Center. Our records show that you will complete the requirements for graduating this spring or summer or have recently graduated in January 2010. In celebration of your achievement, I am pleased to invite you and your family to attend the Volgenau School Convocation honoring the Class of 2011. At this ceremony, you will be individually recognized and your name will be announced as you walk across the stage.
Convocation will take place at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2010 in the Patriot Center. You will need to be in Parking Lot A next to the Patriot Center by 1:45 p.m. in your cap and gown. The ceremony should last about two hours and out of respect for all participants you will be required to stay for the entire ceremony.
Below you will find a checklist of important items to note about Convocation. All Convocation details are available at volgenau.gmu.edu/events/convocation/details.php. If you have any questions, please e-mail Joyce Rose at [log in to unmask] or call 703-993-1500.
Best regards,
Lloyd Griffiths
Dean, The Volgenau School
The Volgenau School Convocation Checklist for May 19, 2011 |
Before May 19
- If not already completed, purchase your cap and gown (required for the ceremony) at the University Bookstore
- Tickets are NOT required for Convocation
- Plan to arrive by 1:45 on May 19, 2011 at Parking Lot A dressed in your cap and gown
- Visit events.gmu.edu for more information on University Commencement, to be held on Saturday, May 21, 2010 as well as information for out-of-town guests.
On May 19
- By 1:45 p.m., in Parking Lot A, line up by the sign with to your degree program
- Process into the Patriot Center lead by your faculty marshal
- Remain at the ceremony from 2:30 p.m. until recessional at approximately 4:30 p.m.
- Attend your academic program’s reception following the ceremony
After May 19
- Attend University Commencement on May 19, 2011. Visit events.gmu.edu for more information
- Visit www.gmu.edu/alumni/ to learn more about your benefits and network as a Mason Alumni
Regards,
Sisi Jou
Sisi Jou
Academic Programs Manager
ECE Dept@ Volgenau School of Engineering
George Mason University MS 1G5
Fairfax, VA 22030
Office: (703)-993-1569
Fax: (703)-993-1601