Graduation

Spring 2021 Commencement

Spring Commencement Ceremonies will be held on May 4th, 6th, and 7th at 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 7:00 pm on each day. Spring Commencement includes eligible Spring and Summer graduates. Participating graduates will be assigned a ceremony date and time and communication regarding your assigned ceremony will be sent to your student email account. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time as we try to offer students the full graduation experience, while also adhering to health and safety guidelines.

Deadlines for Spring Commencement
Submit graduation application by March 11th to participate in Spring Commencement. Order cap and gown now through March 19th. See details below on how to meet commencement deadlines.

How do I submit a graduation application?

Meet with your advisor to ensure your programs requirements will be met by the end of the term you plan to graduate. You will complete your graduation application at the appointment, have it signed by your advisor, and then submit it to Enrollment Services in Building 15.
**Your graduation application must be received in Enrollment Services by the published graduation application deadline found on the Academic Calendar for your name to be included in the printed commencement program.** Schedule an appointment to meet with your advisor before the deadline.

How do I order a cap and gown?

To place your order visit –> https://www.bkstr.com/fgcstore/shop/graduation or stop in to the FGC Bookstore in Building 14. If you order online, there is an option to have your cap and gown shipped to you. For students who choose in store pick up, cap and gown pick up date will be communicated to participating graduates. Contact 754-4320 or email Bookstore.follett@fgc.edu with any questions.

Can I borrow a cap and gown?

You may borrow a gown from a previous graduate, if the graduate participated in commencement in the past year to ensure the correct shade/material of gown. If you want to participate and are not placing an order with the FGC Bookstore, you must email enroll@fgc.edu about participating in commencement (include your name, ID number, program of study and phone number).

Ceremony Information

• A ticket will be required from each guest for entrance into the ceremony. The number of tickets provided for your guests will be determined after the cap and gown deadline has expired. Tickets are included with your cap and gown pick up or shipment.
• You and your guests should arrive at the Ceremony no more than 15-20 minutes early for your ceremony time. Since we’re holding a ceremony every hour, this is critical to the flow of each ceremony and the safety of our visitors.
• You should arrive fully dressed in your graduation regalia.
• When you arrive, you will pick up your name card (to show the speaker when you cross the stage for your name and degree to be announced) and be given instructions on line-up.