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Gold tassel with blue push pin
2012 Gavilan College Graduation

Friday, May 24, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.
Gavilan College Gymnasium

Disabled parking is available in parking lot G.


Ticket Information

Graduates may pick up 4 tickets in the bookstore when they purchase their cap and gown. The tickets are free, but each guest will need one in order to attend the ceremony. Yes, children attending the ceremony will need a ticket in order to attend as well.

We regret that extra tickets are not available..

Attending staff and faculty may pick up their two tickets by contacting Grace Cardinalli in Student Services.

The Ceremony

The ceremony will last approximately 2 hours. The gym is not air conditioned, so dress accordingly. Bottled water will be available for sale.

* * * We ask guest NOT tot bring balloons to the ceremony as they block the view of other audience members* * *

An area will be set up for graduates to take photos. Balloon bouquets, strollers, and any animals except licensed assistance animals are not permitted inside the gym.

ASB Reception

The Associated Student Body will be hosting a reception immediately following the ceremony for graduates and their guests. The reception will be held in the Student Center.

 

Smoking

Gavilan College is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. Smoking is only permitted within the designated areas in the parking lots.

 

 

Diploma wrapped with a red ribbon

 



Graduate Information

Last Day to Purchase Caps and Gowns

Friday, May 24, is the last day to purchase caps and gowns at the bookstore.  
But don't wait until the last minute!

Reminder: graduates must wear a cap and gown in order to participate.

Group Photo

Graduates will assemble in front of the Social Sciences Building for a group photo on the lawn at 4:45 p.m. on graduation day. Graduates please wear your cap and gown. Cost to purchase the photo is $25. Order forms will be provided by NW Photography when the photo is taken. Be sure to bring your cash or check.

Individual photos will be taken at the ceremony as you cross the stage. Two weeks after the ceremony, graduates can order these photos by visiting http://www.nwphotographyinc.com/ External Link

Black graduation cap with black tassels and a diploma

Assembly Time and Location

Graduates will gather in the courtyard in front of the theater at 5:15 p.m. on graduation day. There, graduates will receive instructions before marching to the gym for the ceremony. Graduates, please be on time!
Last modified: May 9, 2013
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