Recognition Ceremony Guide

Spring 2013 Certificate Recognition Ceremony

When:
OBR One-Year Certificate Ceremony
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 6 p.m.
Candidates should arrive at 5:15 p.m. in M100.
The ceremony will last approximately 30 minutes.

Career Enhancement Certificate Ceremony
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 6 p.m.
Candidates should arrive at 5:15 p.m. in M100.
The ceremony will last approximately 30 minutes.

Note: Both ceremonies have been combined into one ceremony at 6 p.m. on December 19.

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Where:
The recognition ceremony will be at Stark State College, 6200 Frank Ave NW, North Canton, Ohio 44720. See http://www.starkstate.edu/content/ssct-directions for directions.

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Guests:
Admission to the certificate ceremony does not require a ticket; however, seating is on a first come, first serve basis.  It is recommended that candidates limit their guests to four.

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The Ceremony:

• Dress:
  • Gentlemen – black slacks, dress shoes, white shirt & tie.  No sport or tennis shoes please. 
  • Ladies – black dress, skirt, or slacks & white shirt.  Conservative height heels are recommended.
• Line Up: Candidates will go to the Graduate Check-in table to receive their seating assignment.  Please do not bring any personal items with you that you cannot carry on you.  

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Accessibility Concerns:
Candidates and guests requiring accommodation assistance because of a disability should call the Disabilities Services at 330-966-5450 ext. 4423, V/TDD 330-966-5451 by Monday, June 3.  Seating areas are available for guests who use wheelchairs or cannot climb stairs with family seating in nearby seats.

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Transcripts:
Certificates are typically posted to the transcripts within 7 days of the end of the semester.  If you order a transcript before your certificate is posted, mark the request to indicate that the transcript should be sent after the certificate/degree is posted.

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Certificate:
Certificates will not be given at the ceremony; they will be mailed for all completers starting on June 24.  Please ensure you have a correct address on file.

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Tips for an Extraordinary Ceremony:

• Leave personal items like coats with your guests.  There are no facilities available for storing these items during ceremony.
• Arrive early enough to allow adequate time to line up with your department.
• There is no formal rehearsal for the ceremony, although a detailed explanation of the ceremony will be reviewed outside of M100. 
• Direct your guest to the seating area when you arrive.  
• Dress appropriately for this special occasion.

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