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April 17, 2015
Dear Graduate,
Congratulations on completing your A.A. or A.S. Degree and/or Certificate from Cañada College!
You are invited to participate in Cañada College's 2015 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday,
May 30, 2015 at 10:00 AM. The Ceremony will take place outside of Building 9 on the Upper Lawn.
Commencement marks the culmination of your academic achievements and is a significant milestone in
your life’s journey. Our faculty and staff take pride in your accomplishment and will join to make this
occasion meaningful to you and your fellow graduates as well as for your family and friends attending.
To participate in the Commencement Ceremony, graduates must:
□ RSVP to Commencement
Complete the online Commencement RSVP form BEFORE 11:59 PM on Friday, May 22 nd.
The form is available at: http://canadacollege.edu/commencement/commencementrsvp.php
□ Go to Rehearsal
Attend Commencement Rehearsal Friday, May 29th at 2:00 PM on the Upper Lawn near
Building 9.
□ Buy Your Regalia
You must wear a dark green cap, gown, and gold tassel to the commencement ceremony.
These items will be available in the Cañada College Bookstore during the second week of
May. The combined cost of the academic attire and tassel is approximately $42.00 plus tax.
You may also purchase Commencement announcements and honors sashes.
□ Review Attached Flyers
Please review the entire Commencement packet.
We hope that your participation in this ceremony will be a cherished moment in your academic career.
If you have any questions, please contact The Center for Student Life and Leadership Development at
canadacollegeascc@gmail.com or visit the Student Life and Leadership team in Building 5, Room 354.
Please visit http://canadacollege.edu/commencement/index.php for the most up-to-date information.
Very truly yours,
Lawrence G. Buckley, Ph.D.
President
Enclosures:
Commencement Frequently Asked Questions
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Commencement Ceremony
Frequently Asked Questions
PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT
Who is eligible to participate?
Commencement is for Cañada College students who have completed their course
work for an A.A., A.S. Degree or Certificate during Summer 2014, Fall 2014 and
Spring 2015. You must have completed the petition for graduation.
Do graduates need to RSVP to participate in Commencement?
Yes, students who plan to participate in the Commencement Ceremony need to
submit their RSVP form to http://canadacollege.edu/commencement/
commencementrsvp.php before 11:59pm on Friday, May 22.
Where can I buy my cap, gown, and tassel and how much will it cost?
Beginning the second week in May, graduates can purchase the complete academic
attire and tassel in the Bookstore. The estimated cost is $45.00 plus tax.
Announcements will also be available for sale.
Are tickets required to attend Commencement?
No. If it rains, however, tickets will be required and the ceremony will move into the
Gym/Building 1. An email with ticket details will be sent to you two weeks before the
ceremony if it looks like it will rain.
When and where can I pick up my extra-curricular sash (For example
TRIO, EOPS, ASCC, PTK)?
Check in with your program director.
DAY BEFORE COMMENCEMENT
Is there a rehearsal?
Yes. The Commencement rehearsal will take place Friday, May 29, 2015 at 2:00
P.M. in the Upper Lawn near Building 9. Graduates are strongly recommended to
attend. The purpose of rehearsal is to practice the processional and answer any last
minute questions.
COMMENCEMENT DAY
Where and what time does the Ceremony start and end?
The Ceremony will begin at 10:00 A.M. outside of Building 9 in the Upper Lawn.
Guests can begin arriving at 9:00 A.M. The Ceremony is scheduled to end by 12:00
P.M.
Do graduates need to Check-In on the day of Commencement?
Yes. All graduates MUST check-in at 9:00 A.M in The Grove (Cafeteria), Building
5, rain or shine, dressed in your cap, ironed gown, and tassel. There you’ll receive
your specialized commencement card to participate.
Will there be a place where I can leave my belongings?
No. All personal belongings should be left in the car or with a family members.
Do I have to stay for the whole ceremony?
Yes. All graduates are expected to stay for the duration of the ceremony—which will
be APPROXIMATELY TWO HOURS.
Where can guests park on the day of the Commencement?
Parking will be available in all student lots. Parking is free.
When are diplomas mailed out to graduates?
All graduates, even if you do not participate in the ceremony, will receive your
diplomas in the mail starting late September. If your address changes before then,
please call the Admissions and Records Office at (650) 306-3122, or email Maria
Lara, Program Services Coordinator, lara@smccd.edu.
Who can I contact if I have more questions?
Email: canadacollegeascc@gmail.com
Location: Center for Student Life and Leadership, Building 5, Rm 354
IMPORTANT WEBSITES RELATED TO COMMENCEMENT
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To the Class of 2015,
Congratulations to you and your families on your achievement! It is our
honor now to call you Cañada College alumni. With your graduation, you
join an impressive group of people, and we know you will wear your new
status with pride. In addition to your achievement, you are now
automatically a member of the San Mateo County Community Colleges
Alumni Association.
As an association member you will receive invitations to special events and
programming. Please keep us informed of your achievements and address
changes by using the online form at www.smcccfoundation.org/alumniupdate
Cañada College itself is an example of the good that these people have done. The alumni that have preceded you
have used their educations and their success to shape and lead this community and have made a huge difference to
all of us and for generations to come. It is because of a whole community of involved people supporting Cañada
College– through donating scholarship money for our students, contributing to school programs, voting for bonds,
providing equipment – that we can provide an education like the one you have just received.
As alumni, as an educated member of this community, it is now within your power to make a real difference by
supporting the students who come after you. As you move on in your life, we ask that you keep in touch. Come out
to campus events, support the programs that you loved, and keep us updated on your many achievements.
Connect with our Alumni Office at 650-358-6873 if you would like to volunteer at alumni events and join us on the
San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation’s Facebook page! We look forward to your continued
involvement with your alma mater.
Congratulations again from the entire San Mateo County Community College community. We are very proud of
you.
Lawrence G. Buckley, Ph.D., President
Prusela Phillips, Alumni Relations Manager
Cañada College
San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation