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The Oglethorpe Alumni Association extends congratulations to 2010
degree candidates. We look forward to welcoming you into the
association!
Wednesday, March 10: Graduation Fair
Noon - 6 p.m., Great Hall of Hearst
The Oglethorpe Bookstore hosts the annual Graduation Fair, providing an opportunity for graduation candidates to order personalized announcements, cap, gown and hood, a class ring and a variety of other Oglethorpe memorabilia. Come and enjoy the festivities and food along with it.
Thursday, May 6: Carillon Ceremony
5 p.m., Lupton Auditorium
The Carillon Ceremony honors the graduating seniors with an
opportunity to enter a "secret door" in Lupton Hall and climb to the
top of the Lupton Bell Tower. Facilitated by the Alumni Board,
seniors may sign a historical carillon registry book and have their
picture taken ringing a bell. No skirts and please wear tennis shoes. Appetizers will be provided, and there will be a champagne toast to follow the Carillon Ceremony. Registration will open in April; RSVP
by May 3.
Thursday, May 6: Commencement Rehearsal
6:30 p.m., Conant Performing Arts Center
Attendance is required. Essential graduation materials will be
distributed (including rain tickets) and class photographs will
be taken. Dress is business attire - men in
coat and tie and women in dress or skirt - dressy slacks if coming from the Carillon Ceremony. Seven rain
tickets will be issued to each graduation
candidate, to be used for guests in the case of inclement weather and
an inside commencement ceremony.
Friday, May 7: President's Reception
4:30-6:30 p.m., Conant Performing Arts Center
Sponsored by President Schall, his wife, Betty Londergan and the
Alumni Association, this wine and cheese reception honors graduation
candidates, their families, and guests. Formal invitations will be
sent to the graduates' families. Oglethorpe faculty and staff are
also invited. This is a great opportunity for farewells and photos.
Registration will open in April; RSVP by May 3.
Saturday, May 8: Commencement
8 a.m. (report); 9 - 11 a.m. (ceremony), Academic Quadrangle
Graduation candidates in regalia must report by 8 a.m. to Lupton Auditorium. There will be a "Help
Station" to assist with regalia.
After the ceremony at about 11 a.m., faculty and staff will be
available to greet the graduates and their families. See "The Big
Day" below for more information.
IN CASE OF RAIN:
8:00 a.m., Saturday, May 8: Graduation candidates report to Schmidt Sport & Recreation
Center
9:00-11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 8: Ceremony in Dorough Field House
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