As the end of the semester quickly approaches, it is time to share pertinent information concerning one of the most important series of events for our college: Commencement Week 2012. Please share this information with anyone who may not ordinarily read electronic information.
The schedule for the Spring Honors Convocation, Baccalaureate Mass, commencement exercises and related activities is listed below. All faculty members are expected and encouraged to attend the ceremonies pertaining to the level at which they teach, since students look forward to having their mentors join them in celebration of their academic accomplishments.
Graduate Ceremony (May 16)
Wednesday, May 16 in Koessler Athletic Center
- Assemble in the Patrick Lee Center at 6 p.m.
- Procession begins at 6:45 p.m.
- Ceremony begins at 7 p.m.
- Academic regalia is worn for this event.
Spring Honors Convocation (May 18)
Friday, May 18 at 2 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center
- Assemble in Old Main Faculty Lounge by 1:40 p.m.
- Academic regalia is worn for this event.
- Awards will be presented to outstanding graduating seniors from each academic department and various programs.
- In addition to student awards, the Kenneth L. Koessler Distinguished Faculty Award will be presented to Melissa Bekelja Wanzer, EdD, professor, communication studies.
- Refreshments will be served following this event to all honorees and their guests.
Baccalaureate Mass in Honor of All Members of the Class of 2012 (May 18)
Friday, May 18 at 5 p.m. in Koessler Athletic Center
- Assemble on the first floor of Koessler Athletic Center in the hallway next to the gymnasium at 4:45 p.m.
- Procession begins promptly at 4:55 p.m.
- Academic regalia is worn for the Mass.
- The Undergraduate Student Association will sponsor a reception following the Mass in the Patrick Lee Center.
Undergraduate Ceremony (May 19)
Saturday, May 21, at 11 a.m. in Alumni Arena on the north campus of SUNY at Buffalo
- Please arrive at the Edward Wright Practice Gym (the rear portion of Alumni Arena) no later than 10 a.m.
- Procession will begin promptly from the Triple Gym at 10:45 a.m.
- Academic regalia is worn for this event.
Parking
- Graduate ceremony, Honors Convocation and Baccalaureate Mass: attendees are welcome to park in any available spot on campus.
- Undergraduate ceremony: please park in one of the nearby lots to the right or behind Alumni Arena (follow the direction of their parking attendants). The easiest route to use is the NYS Thruway (I-90), proceeding to I-290 (Exit 50, the Youngmann Highway) and take Exit 5B, Millersport Highway North. Proceed on Millersport to the State University exit across from the Northtown Ice Rink (formerly known as the Amherst Pepsi Center) – this is identified as the SUNY at Buffalo Coventry Entrance. Turn left onto the campus, and Alumni Arena is the building immediately in front. **Please be aware that there is construction around the campus and to prepare for extra time getting to the Alumni Arena. **
Family Pictures
Any employee of the college receiving a degree or who has a spouse or child receiving a degree is welcome to have a complimentary family photograph taken immediately following the graduate and undergraduate ceremonies. Those who sign up for this photo session will be contacted as to where and when to report for this picture. To make arrangements, click here to RSVP for the above events no later than Friday, May 11.
Questions may be directed to Amanda Snider, special events coordinator for academic affairs, at Ext. 2123 or snidera@canisius.edu.
Submitted by: Amanda Snider, assistant director of academic special events, academic affairs
