Graduation

Graduation Commencement Ceremony 2008

The Graduation Commencemenet Ceremony for the Class of 2008 will be held on Friday, May 16, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Roy Wilkins Auditorium at Saint Paul RiverCentre.

Graduates: Attend the "Graduate Salute" information event on April 3, 2008 to:

• pick up your Cap & Gown
• get instructions for attending Graduation Practice
• get instructions for attending the Graduation Commencement Ceremony, and
• get information for your friends and family who will be attending the ceremony.

Class of 2008 Commencement
Friday, May 16, 2008
7:00pm
Roy Wilkins Auditorium

Graduation Guests: Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis for family and friends. Handicap-accessible seating will be available on the floor of the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.

Graduation Ceremony Participation

If you plan to participate in the commencement ceremony, you must meet the following criteria:

Eligible Students
Students who will complete their program requirements the end of

Fall Semester 2007
Spring Semester 2008
Summer Term 2008

Complete Graduation Application Form
If you plan to graduate, you need to submit a Graduation Application form, whether or not you plan to attend the Graduation Ceremony. The forms are available at the Student Records Office.

Graduation Cap and Gown
Your Student Senate has paid for the caps and gowns that you may keep after the ceremony. You may pick up your cap and gown at our annual Graduate Salute.

Graduation Announcements
You can order personalized graduation announcements directly from Herff-Jones (www.herff-jones.com/college/graduation). Remember to allow 3 weeks for delivery — so order NOW!

Required Exit Loan Counseling
If you received a Student Loan during your enrollment at Saint Paul College, you will be required to do an "exit loan" on-line counseling session. You will receive more information from the Financial Aid Office or stop by the Financial Aid Office for details.

Diploma/Award Document
Your formal award document will be mailed approximately 8 to 10 weeks after the end of the semester.

Additional Services for Graduating Students

Transcripts
Unofficial Transcripts (student copy) are available online when you log into your Student Account. When you print it from your account, it is an "unofficial" transcript.

Official transcripts ($5.00 fee) can be ordered through the College Web site via the Student Clearinghouse, and mailed directly to a third party (employer or transfer college) or you may pick it up from Student Records. The transcript, if picked up, is considered official if it is given to you in a sealed envelope and remains sealed until you deliver it to an employer or transfer college.

Career/Job Search Assistance
Need help with your resume, cover letter, interview skills or job search? Visit the Career and Placement Center, Room 171. Check out the information on the College Web site at http://www.saintpaul.edu/resources/careers/. Your faculty advisor is also a great resource!