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Semester after semester, class after class, test after test, it is all incessantly done so students can ultimately graduate with an associate degree. For some of you graduation is finally just around the corner. I am presenting a graduation checklist to those who have applied for graduation for Spring 2010.
Graduation day is now scheduled for Friday, April 30 according to school officials. It will be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall. Check-in starts at 1 p.m. and graduates must be in the robing area to be lined up for the processional by 1:30 p.m. The processional will start promptly at 2 p.m. A professional photographer will also be present to take a complimentary picture of each student as they receive their degree; the photographs and diplomas will be printed and mailed for no charge approximately 6 to 8 weeks after the end of the semester.
“I am so excited to walk across the stage and receive my diploma,” said fellow graduating student Kari Johnson, 23, an elementary education major.
This spring semester will also be my last one here at HCC. It was a wonderful experience of learning and growth. Now I am well on my way to the next stage of my education, transferring to a university to acquire my bachelor’s degree. I am exceptionally thrilled yet at the same time, nervous.
For those of you who may feel nervous about the day like I am, here is a graduation checklist. These tips may help in relieving the pressure.
All of you should have already applied for your degree by now, the deadline was this past Jan 22. If you forgot to do so make sure you apply for summer graduation, the deadline is March 13 if you want your name in the commencement.
The first thing a student should do in preparing for graduation is to speak with an academic adviser. Advisers can verify that all general education requirements as well as specified elective requirements have been met or you can check the progress of degree on the web adviser at the HCC website.
If you are transferring next fall to a university and have not applied yet, you must do so before the deadline. Find out what the deadlines are for each university at FACTS.org.
The third thing is to purchase a cap and gown. The cost is $25, and they are available at any campus bookstore.
To make sure your diploma and graduation picture from the photographer get delivered to you, make sure the college has your correct mailing address on file.
Lastly, make sure you pass all of your classes this semester. Go out with a bang and shoot for all A’s. I wish all of you the best in your future to come. For those of you not graduating this semester keep studying hard, and your time will come sooner than you think.
Any student can find this information on the HCC website. Go to the main page, click on "Current Students." Under the Academics heading, click on "Graduation Information." Also feel free to contact your campus admissions office if you have any additional questions.
To those of you who are in my shoes, congratulations! We did it. The graduation ceremony will be an exhilarating and important milestone in our lives. I hope these tips help you in preparation for the big day.
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