The Spring 2006 Commencement ceremony, followed by a reception, will be held on Saturday, May 13, at 11:00 a.m.
Due to the weather forecasted for Commencement Day and the days leading up to the event, we have decided to hold the ceremony and reception indoors. The ceremony will be held in Bouck Gym; the reception in Bouck Ballroom. Having said that, please note the following:
Graduates
- Each graduate will receive 3 guest tickets for Bouck Gym. Tickets are to be picked up at the College Bookstore when you pick up your cap and gown.
- No additional tickets are available from the Commencement Committee ; however, we suggest you check with your fellow graduates to see if they plan to use their 3 allotted tickets.
- The doors to the Gym will open at 10:00 a.m .
- Satellite viewing will be available in Bouck Theater and Prentice Dining Hall.
- Parking for guests will be in “F” lot
- Parking for physically-challenged guests will be in the lot behind Bouck Hall.
- Students are to arrive to Bouck Hall no later than 10:00 a.m.
- Students will line up by bachelor and associate degrees in the downstairs hallways of Bouck Hall. Signs will be posted and Faculty Marshals will be there to direct you.
- Baccalaureate students should pick up their hoods in the Student Activities Office in Bouck no later than 10:00 a.m.
Faculty, Staff, College Council
- Faculty and staff are to park in their usual parking areas with the exception of the lot behind Bouck Hall and the lower Wheeler lot.
- College Council members are asked to park in the lower Wheeler lot.
- Robing for faculty, staff, and College Council members will be in the Tigers' Den in Bouck hall
- Line-up will be in the hallway outside the Athletics Department Office.
THE TWO EAST DOORS TO BOUCK HALL WILL BE LOCKED. EVERYONE MUST ENTER THROUGH THE MAIN DOORS, CENTER OF CAMPUS , or the rear, downstairs door for those parking behind Bouck or the Lower Wheeler lot.
If you have any questions, please e-mail commencement@cobleskill.edu, or call 518-255-5560.
Announcements
Personalized graduation announcements will be mailed directly to students. For those who did not order personalized announcements, the College Bookstore has ordered announcements which students may purchase. They will be available in the Bookstore beginning May 1.
Gowns, Caps, and Tassels
Gowns, caps and tassels can be picked up in the College Bookstore during regular hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) beginning May 8. They also will be available on Saturday, May 13, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Bookstore.When you pick up your gowns, you will receive a name card that will be used to announce your name during the commencement ceremony.
Verify your name when receiving the card. Make any corrections directly on the card. If your name might be mispronounced, please print a phonetic spelling immediately below the printed name.
PLEASE NOTE: Gowns, caps, and tassels are your personal property and should be taken with you following Commencement.
Hotel Accomodations
Hotel information may be obtained through the Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce at (518) 295-7033.
Commencement Fee
All students participating in Commencement must pay the $50 Commencement Fee (which includes your cap and gown) that was noted on the Fall 2005 or Spring 2006 bill (payable at the Student Accounts Office, Knapp Hall). If you have questions concerning the fee, please call the Student Accounts Office at 518-255-5539
Fees and Fines
All outstanding bills, fees or fines must be paid prior to transcripts or diplomas being sent. Payments can be made at the Student Accounts Office in Knapp Hall during normal
business hours (8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) on weekdays. Please note
that the Student Accounts Office will NOT be open on Commencement Day.
Line-up
Graduates will line up for the processional outside of Bouck Hall no later than 10:00 a.m. on Commencement Day, May 13. Faculty Marshals will be there to assist with the formation of the processional. If it is necessary to hold Commencement in Bouck Gym, graduates will line up in Bouck Hall, by 10:00 a.m. You must use the main doors to Bouck Hall as the side entrances will remain locked to avoid congestion during line-up.
Bring your name card with you to the Commencement ceremony so that you can be introduced as you walk across the stage.
Dress
Commencement is a formal academic ceremony. All graduates should dress appropriately and wear proper academic attire. Individuals should respect this special event that is for their fellow graduates and guests, so conduct and proper decorum is expected.
Pictures
Families are welcome to bring cameras to take pictures. We do ask that those taking pictures do so within the designated photo area.
Reception
A reception will be held adjacent to the Commencement site immediately following the ceremony. Graduates and their guests are cordially invited to join faculty and staff for this occasion. In case of inclement weather, the reception will be held in Bouck Hall Ballroom.
Physically Challenged Guests
At both the outdoor or indoor ceremony, parking and seating accommodations will be made for those who are physically challenged. If you or a guest requires special attention, please contact Karen Reavey in the President's Office 518-255-5111.
Diplomas
Diplomas will not be distributed at Commencement. They will be mailed to each
graduate’s permanent home address upon certification by the faculty that all graduation requirements have been met.
Directions
From I-88 east or west, we suggest taking Exit 21, then turning right onto Route 7. Proceed 1 mile to the main campus entrance. There will be University Police Officers and Orange Key Students directing traffic from there.