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Fall 2008 Graduation information

More than two dozen students will celebrate December graduation on Dec. 14, 2008. Below is information on the ceremony and reception that you might find helpful:

Ceremony: Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008 at 2 p.m. in the Charleston Museum Auditorium, 360 Meeting Street.

Time: The ceremony begins promptly at 2 p.m. Graduates should assemble in the Courtyard at the Charleston Museum NO LATER THAN 1 p.m. A group photo will be taken at this time. All guests should be seated no later than 1:45 p.m.

Tickets: Admission is free and unlimited.

Attire: School of Law regalia: tam, tassel, gown, and hood. See Dean Benfield to order regalia. Honor cords and pro bono cords will be distributed before the ceremony.

Under the robe you should wear comfortable clothing. You will want to be appropriately dressed for the reception once you remove your robe. Gentlemen should wear a tie. Do not wear a suit jacket under the robe.
What not to wear/bring: sunglasses, croakies, purses, cell phones, flip flops, or jackets (men).

Photos: Classic Photo will be taking pictures of each graduate as they cross the stage. Please complete a Classic Photo information card if you are interested in ordering pictures. See Graham Ervin.

Reception: There will be a reception for family and friends in the School of Law Barrister following the Ceremony. Please let Graham Ervin know approximately how many guests you expect to attend.

Graduation Checklist:

Complete Graduation Application and Bar Certification Registration forms (see attachments) and submit to Kim Duroncelet.
Order Ceremony Regalia, Invitations and Class Ring (see Dean Benfield).
Complete Classic Photography Information Card (see Graham Ervin).
Notify Graham Ervin of expected number of guests attending the reception.
Confirm completion of pro bono requirement with Michelle Condon.

Problems?

If you have any problems, please give us a call at 843.329.1000.