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Department of Psychology Commencement Ceremony

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Congratulations on your upcoming graduation as a PSYC Terp! The Department of Psychology’s Commencement Ceremony will take place on Monday May 21st 2012 in the Reckord Armory from 4:00pm - 5:30pm. We strongly encourage you to join us as we recognize your achievements and celebrate this significant milestone.

Undergraduates must report to the basement level of the Armory by 3:15pm.

Before the ceremony the Department will be hosting a reception for you and your guests from 2:00pm - 3:00pm in the BRB Courtyard (basement level). We look forward to seeing you at both the reception and ceremony!

RSVP or Tickets?

Whether you plan to join us or not, please take a moment to RSVP for the ceremony and reception by visiting http://ter.ps/PSYCrsvp no later than by Tuesday May 1st. Note that on that survey you’ll be asked about the number of guests that you expect will attend and whether any of them will require special accommodations. You will not need a physical ticket to enter the armory but you must have RSVPed in order to participate in the ceremony.

Am I Eligible to Participate in the Ceremony?

All students cleared to graduate in August 2011, December 2011 or May 2012 may participate. For those that anticipate graduating in August 2012, you must contact Ms. Lori Kader, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies to obtain clearance to participate in the ceremony (lkader@umd.edu).

Masters and doctoral students should contact Carol Gorham (cgorham@umd.edu).

Remember that you must apply to the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences for a diploma by the last day of schedule adjustment for the semester in which you plan to graduate. For information on applying for a diploma visit http://www.bsos.umd.edu/for-students/advising/graduation-information.aspx

Please note that you must have a cap and gown to participate. The University Book Center will take your order. Do not wait until the last minute to place your order. Inquire about this by mid-semester.

Latin Honors

Students with questions about graduating with Latin Honors (summa cum laude, magna cum laude and cum laude) should contact BSOS Advising .

Main Campus Ceremony

We also encourage you to join us and your fellow graduates at the campus-wide ceremony on Sunday May 20th beginning at 1:00pm. For details visit http://www.commencement.umd.edu/

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