Congratulations once again on reaching this incredible milestone! We are very excited to celebrate with you tomorrow at our Psychology Recognition Ceremony. We currently have 190 graduates who will be in attendance, as well as about 1,000 family members, friends, and guests. We ask for your patience and cooperation to ensure everything flows smoothly and everyone enjoys the morning. Here are some essential details for the big day:
Date: 05/22/2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: GYM 100
Graduate Arrival: Please arrive by 9:00 AM to allow ample time for check-in. We will have registration and check-in for graduates between 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM. The ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00 AM and will end at noon.
Agenda:
- Procession (Faculty, MA Graduates, Undergraduates)
- Hooding of MA Graduates by Concentration
- Recognition of BA Graduates
- Pictures outside the gym after the ceremony
What to Do When You Arrive:
1. Arrive in Cap and Gown: Make sure you're dressed in your graduation regalia—cap and gown—before arriving. Graduates not wearing regalia should come dressed in business casual attire.
2. Check-In: When you arrive, head to the front of the gym and check in at the designated graduate registration table. While checking in, you will write down the phonetic spelling of your name on an index card to ensure it is pronounced correctly during the ceremony. You will hand this card to the faculty member calling names before your name is called on the stage.
3. Line Up with Other Graduates: After checking in, join the other graduates in the designated waiting area. Ushers will be available to guide you to this location.
Instructions for Your Guests:
1. Parking: Paid parking is available in Lots 20 and 25. Regular shuttle and cart services will be operating as well. Guests are encouraged to arrive at SFSU no later than 8:45 AM to secure parking.
2. Separate Check-In for Graduates and Guests: Both graduates and guests will check in at the front of the SFSU gym. However, separate check-in locations will be designated for graduates and guests. Please direct your guests to their designated check-in upon their arrival.
3. Tickets: Remind your guests to have their e-tickets ready on their phones/devices to expedite the line and ensure timely seating. Ticket check and seating will begin at 9:00 AM. We are aiming to have all guests seated by 9:45 AM.
4. Program Access: In line with our green values, we have an electronic program this year. The program is accessible via the attached QR code for your convenience. Please feel free to send this to your guests before they arrive.
5. Seating Arrangements: Our staff and faculty will direct guests to their seating areas, with volunteers available for assistance.
6. Avoiding View Obstructions: Remind your guests to refrain from bringing signs, air horns, or other items that may obstruct the view or detract from the celebratory nature of our event.
7. Post-Ceremony Photos: Although the ceremony concludes promptly at noon to prepare for the next event, ample time will be available for photos outside the gym after the ceremony.
LIVESTREAM DETAILS:
- Topic: Psychology Recognition Ceremony
- Date: May 22, 2024
- Time: 09:45 PM Pacific Time
- Meeting ID: 891 1724 3404
Please note that the ceremony will not be recorded and will only be live during the event. Virtual guests can join starting at 9:45 PM, but they will not see the ceremony until it begins at 10:00 AM.
Additionally, if you notice that your name is missing from the program, there's still time to add it. We can accept name additions until 3:30 PM today. Please review the program and let me know if your name needs to be included.
We're excited to celebrate your achievements together!