• 2013 Commencement Weekend

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    Special Events
    MS-C1902
    Hamline University
    1536 Hewitt Avenue
    Saint Paul, MN 55104


    commencement@hamline.edu

     

     

  • Senior Day 2013: Friday, March 8

    We know that there’s a lot for you to be worrying about in the next few months, but we don’t want your actual graduation to be one of those things. That’s why we’ve decided to pool together all of our offices and programs in one place, on one day, so you’re not running all over campus trying to get everything checked off your “things to do before Commencement” list.

    On Friday, March 8, 2013, we’ll take over the entire lobby and garden level of East Hall for 2013’s Senior Day. Stop by anytime that day and get ready for Commencement.

    How long will it take:
    How long you’ll need to be there will depend on all the things you want to do, but know that it will probably take longer than you expect. We’ve estimated the time needed for the “required” activities on the checklist and recommend that you plan to spend up to one hour. You can always leave and come back later in the day. You are free to spend as much or as little time as you like at the non-required booths.

    Do I have to go?
    Students who are unable to attend or choose not to attend are responsible for completing all graduation tasks on their own time.

    What do I need to do?
    Just complete the Senior Day checklist! The checklist is an overview of all the information and activities that will be available, showing you which are required and which are optional. View the checklist below and download your own copy. It will also be available at the check-in table on Senior Day.

    Senior Day Checklist

    checkmark  Check-in - Main level lobby 

     

    • Check-in and get a folder for your materials *required

    checkmark   Alumni Relations/Senior Class Gift
    • Learn about alumni benefits, events, and activities, and get involved in GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade)
    • Participate in the Graduation Appreciation Program 
      Deadline: Sunday, April 21 
      Late submissions will not be accepted, due to publication deadlines.
    • Leave a legacy for future Pipers with your Senior Class Gift to Hamline.
    • Learn more about what you and fellow seniors voted as your top fundraising priority and support the cause.
    checkmark Bookstore/Herrf-Jones - 
    • Pick up cap and gown
      (Payment is required) *required 
    • Get information regarding graduation announcements
    • View and order class rings
    • Pick up flier on diploma frames

    checkmark  Career Development Center
    • Complete Recent Graduate Survey *required
    • Pick up job search materials
    • Graduate school/testing and general information
    • Staff available to answer questions
       
    checkmark  Commencement (Main level lobby)
    • Get information regarding commencement weekend and
      sign up for accessible guest seating
    • Register for alternate site seating tickets *required

     

     checkmark  Financial Aid - Room 008
    • Loan repayment information sessions

      checkmark Online Loan Exit Counseling-
              Room 012
    • Complete Stafford/Perkins loan online exit form *required for students
      with a loan
              Room 012 is available all day to fill    
              out forms, or you may complete them
              on your own time.


              There are informational sessions in
              Room 008 at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.,
              12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. Expect to
              send approximately 40 minutes at
              the info session. Information to be
              covered includes repayment terms,
              interest rates, deferment options,
              and loan consolidation.


              Required for exit form and sessions: 
              Bring the name, addresses, and
              phone numbers of at least three
              references; the name, address, and
              phone number of your parents; and
              your drivers license. Call Student
              Administrative Services (x3000) if
              you have any questions.
      

    checkmark Post office 
    • Fill out forwarding address forms
    • Pick up other mailing info
    checkmark  Registrar’s Office - Main level lobby
              (Student Administrative Services)
     
    • Check on progress towards graduation requirements *required
    • Verify parent/family address
    • Spell name phonetically for Commencement ceremony 

     checkmark  Senior Survey

    checkmarkStudent Accounts  
     Student Accounts Room 117E,  main level

    • Check on tuition account balance *required