Commencement
Saturday, May 15, 2010

The information below is for Spring 2010 or Summer 2010 planned graduates only.

Schedule of Events for Commencement:

*Each ceremony includes designated academic departments. All majors within designated departments will march with their respective department with the exceptions noted below:

10:00 A.M. CEREMONY
DEPARTMENT
Biblical & Theological Studies: Also includes:
   AA degrees
   Certificate in Bible
   Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Christian Ministries
Communication
History
Music: Also includes:
   Music Education
   Educational Studies Music Education
Psychology:
   Does not include Human Resource Management (see 2:00 p.m. ceremony)

2:00 P.M. CEREMONY
DEPARTMENT
Art & Graphic Design: Also includes:
   Digital Media Arts
   Visual Arts Education
Business: Also includes Master of Organizational Leadership
Education: Only includes:
   Early Childhood Education
   Elementary Education
   Social Studies Education
English: Also includes Communication Arts/Literature Education
Physical Education, Health, and Kinesiology
Psychology: Only includes Human Resource Management
Science & Mathematics: Also includes:
   Mathematics Education
   Educational Studies Mathematics Education
World Languages: Only includes:
   ESL Education
   Educational Studies ESL Education

Note: Interdisciplinary Studies majors participate in the ceremony with their chosen department.

Graduation Family Brunch
As a family, you have completed an incredible milestone. Join us as we honor the achievements of you and your family. The celebration will include an official welcome to the Northwestern College Alumni Association.

   Event Details:
   - Time: Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Brunch is served from 11:30-12:30 p.m. but attendees are welcome to remain beyond the serving time.
   - Location: Northwestern College's Blue Room (located in Nazareth Hall)
   - Cost: $12.00 per person including graduate
   - Tickets: On sale April 5

Caps and Gowns:
Planned graduates order caps and gowns here. Caps and gowns must be ordered by no later than March 21. They will be distributed in the Blue Room at Grad Expo on Tuesday, May 4. Caps and gowns must be returned to room F2106 (traditional undergraduates) and to room F2128 (DE, FOCUS, and Master's degree students) in the Totino Fine Arts Center following the Commencement ceremony. You may keep your tassel.

Graduation Announcement Ordering:
Planned graduates who desire to order graduation announcements may do so here.

Commencement Tickets:
Tickets are required for guests of participating graduates. The number of tickets provided is based on the total number of graduates planning to participate in commencement. Tickets will be distributed to participating graduates at Grad Expo on Tuesday, May 4. Each participating graduate will receive six (6) tickets. Overflow seating will be available in the Totino Fine Arts Center, room F2211 (no tickets required for overflow seating).

Professional Photographers:
Each graduate will be photographed as diploma covers are presented and at a posed location at the side of the stage. After graduation, you will be given the opportunity to purchase pictures directly from Jolesch Photography for both the morning and afternoon ceremonies.

Diplomas:
Diplomas will be mailed beginning in June if you have:

a. fulfilled all degree requirements
b. paid your student account in full including the graduation fee charged to your account the last term you register (undergraduate: $30; graduate: $50).

(Note: Your diploma lists degree only. Your transcript lists degree, major(s), and any minor(s).)

Grad Expo:
Grad Expo will take place in the Nazareth Hall Blue Room on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, 11:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., for the Spring and Summer 2010 planned graduates. Grad Expo is an event that provides a "one-stop" opportunity for planned graduates to clear from campus. Students planning to graduate will receive an invitation prior to the event.

Questions?
Graduate and Continuing Education: 888-362-8715 or 651-628-3331; Graduate and Continuing Education
Traditional Undergraduates: 800-692-4020, ext. 5239/3428; or 651-631-5239 or 651-628-3428; Registrar's Office