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Finishing Up - Graduation
They've accomplished a great deal — it's time to celebrate your student's hard work and dedication to reach their academic goals and hone their artistic skills. Preparations begin early in the year to ensure they have met their graduation requirements and to plan the commencement ceremony. Questions about graduation requirements should be directed to the Academic Advising and Registration Office. Any questions regarding the commencement ceremony should be directed to the Student Life Office.
2010 Graduation and Commencement Information
(December 15)
December Graduation & Commencement
Application for graduation must be approved by the Registration Office in order to participate in Commencement. There is a $100.00 application fee. Applications for December graduation must be turned in by October 1, 2010 to the Registration Office. A $25.00 late fee will be charged after the October 1st deadline.
Date: December 15, 2010
Location: The Benson and Edith Ford Conference Center, located in the Taubman Center.
Time: The ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m.
December Graduation Reception
There will be a reception for all graduates and their families immediately following the Commencement Ceremony. There will be a collection of graduating students’ work on display and light refreshments will be available. Free parking is available in the CCS Parking Structure.
Cap and Gown
Graduates are required to wear academic apparel (a cap and gown) for the ceremony. Cap and gown measurement information is collected on the application for graduation. The cap and gown can be picked up in the Student Life Office on or after Wednesday, December 1, 2010. The gown should be put on a hanger as soon as possible; do not iron the gown, steam it if necessary. Graduates will wear the cord(s) that come with their cap and gown around their necks, as each color signifies their specific major and/or minor department(s).
2011 Graduation and Commencement Information
(May 12)
Graduation Ceremony:
Application for graduation must be approved by the Registration Office in order to participate in Commencement. There is an $100.00 application fee. Applications for May graduation must be turned in by February 4, 2011. A $25.00 late fee will apply to applications received after the February 4th deadline.
Date: May 12, 2011
Location: Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway, Detroit
Time: The ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. Doors will open at 4:45 p.m. for ticketed guests of graduates. The ceremony generally concludes at 7:30 p.m. All graduates are to be at the Detroit Opera House by 1:00 p.m. for rehearsal. Graduates must be present for rehearsal and will remain at the venue until after the ceremony. A light buffet will be served between the rehearsal and the ceremony. Do not bring unnecessary items, i.e. purse, coat, etc. as there is not a place for storage during the ceremony.
Graduates are required to wear academic apparel (a cap and gown) for the ceremony. Cap and gown measurement information is collected on the application for graduation. The cap and gown can be picked up in the lobby of the Art Centre Building on or after Wednesday April 27th. The gown should be put on a hanger as soon as possible, do not iron the gown, steam it if necessary. Graduates will wear the cord(s) that come with their cap and gown around their necks, as each color signifies their specific major and/or minor department(s).
Each graduate will receive 20 announcements. They can be picked up in the Student Life Office on or after April 13, 2011.
Each graduate will receive 12 tickets for the ceremony. All guests must have a ticket for admittance. Tickets can be picked up in the Student Life Office on or after April 13, 2011. Distribute tickets to your friends and family before the commencement rehearsal, you will not see your guests until after the ceremony. The graduate does not need a ticket.
If a graduate or guest has a mobility impairment (wheelchair, crutches, etc.) or is hearing impaired, notify the Student Life Office at 313-664-7879 so that appropriate accommodations can be provided.
The official diploma will presented during the ceremony (unless academic requirements are not met or there is a hold on your account).
Custom diploma frames are now available through the Office of Student Life. There are two options: a high glass mahogany frame and a contemporary black frame. Both come with a custom double mat, in maroon and gold, that has the college seal and name embossed in gold. The frames are designed to hold an 11" by 14" diploma.
The cost of each frame is $70 if they are purchased on campus and $85 if they need to be shipped. This price reflects the actual costs. They are also available through the company's website, www.framingsuccess.com, for $130.
If you would like to order a frame you can stop by the Office of Student Life during business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or contact us at 313.664.7879 or studentlife@collegeforcreativestudies.edu.
A professional photographer from Action Photo will be present to shoot a group photo of the graduating class as well as individual photos of each graduate. These pictures will be available for purchase. To order a photo package, fill out a copy of the order form and mail to Action Photo, 4954 Coventry Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48073 or call 248-288-0333. Order forms can be picked up in the Student Life Office.
There will be a reception following the ceremony on campus. The Student Exhibition will be open until 10:00 p.m. and light refreshments will be available. Artwork will not be for sale until the following night at the official Student Exhibition Opening. Free parking is available in the CCS Parking Structure.
Ceremony
Paid parking is available in the Detroit Opera House Parking Structure located on Broadway, just south of the Detroit Opera House.
Reception
Free parking will be available in the CCS Parking Structure.
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The Inn on Ferry Street
313.871.6000
84 E. Ferry St., Detroit, MI 48202
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Student Exhibition and Sale
For additional information, please contact the Events Office at 313.664.7464.
The Student Exhibition transforms the College for Creative Studies into a gallery of more than 3,500 student works of art. It is one of Detroit's largest celebrations of creativity showcasing creations by graduating seniors and other up-and-coming artists who craft furniture, sculpture, ceramics, hand-blown glass, jewelry, paintings, photography and other extraordinary works of art. All proceeds from the sale of art go directly to the students to help jump start their careers in art and design. We hope you'll join us either on Opening Night (tickets are available for purchase), or the following two weeks when the event is free & open to the public.
