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Important Information from
Dr. Gerard O’Sullivan
Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Academics
Office of The Registrar
Information for Graduating Students:
Commencement
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is
Commencement held?
Neumann College schedules one Graduation Commencement Ceremony which
is held each May. However, there are three graduation dates during
the academic year [August, December, and May]. Back
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When do I receive
my diploma?
Students who have successfully completed their degree requirements
by the conclusion of either Summer Session II [August] or at the
conclusion of the Fall Semester [December] may receive their diploma
after they have been certified for graduation by the Registrar.
August and December graduates who have already received their diplomas,
but who wish to participate in the May Commencement ceremony are
encouraged to do so . . . but . . . must notify the Registrar's Office by
March 3, 2008.
All May candidates for graduation are expected to attend the College's
May Commencement ceremony and will receive their diplomas that day. Back To Top
How
are Graduation Honors determined?
A baccalaureate degree with honors is
awarded to students who have earned a minimum of 60 academic credits at Neumann
College and who have demonstrated superior academic achievement in their respective
areas of study.
Summa cum laude is awarded
to those students with a cumulative Grade Point Average from 3.900 to 4.000
Magna cum laude is awarded to those students with
a cumulative Grade Point Average from 3.700 to 3.899
Cum
laude is awarded to those students with a cumulative Grade Point Average from
3.500 to 3.699
Any student who is receiving Graduation Honors will
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How is the Valedictorian
selected?
The Valedictorian is a graduating senior whose entire academic program has been completed at Neumann College on a full-time basis, and
whose cumulative Grade Point Average is the highest in his/her class. The student’s
involvement in leadership activities at the College and his/her community service
are also considered in the selection process.
With regard to these
eligibility criteria, students who have earned credits through either standardized
examinations or through the College-sponsored evaluations listed below and who have, otherwise, completed all academic coursework at Neumann College are still eligible for Valedictorian consideration.
- CLEP
- AP
(Advanced Placement as administered through ETS)
- ACT
- DANTES
- ACE Recommended Credits
- Challenge Examinations
- Experiential
Learning Portfolio Assessment
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Is
there anything that might prevent me from graduating?
In order to graduate, you must have applied for graduation at
the Registrar’s Office. You must also have had an exit interview
with Financial Aid (if you are receiving Financial Aid), and all
outstanding balances must be paid in full. During the Grad Information Fair,
the Registrar, the Business and Financial Aid offices will be open
for you to make sure that any outstanding academic or business issues
are resolved. In addition, any outstanding outside credits must
be submitted, via an Official Transcript, to the Registrar's
Office prior to the week before Commencement.
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What
if I choose not to participate in the Commencement exercises?
If you elect not to walk with your Class on May 17, 2008, please
send a letter stating that you will not be attending and indicate
whether you would like to pick up your diploma or have it mailed
to your home. The letter is to be addressed and mailed to: The Office
of the Registrar, Attn: Ginny Hoesch, Neumann College, One Neumann
Drive, Aston, PA 19014-1298. Deadline: March 3, 2008. Back
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How
do I get my Cap & Gown?
Caps and gowns are distributed at the Grad Information Fair. All degree candidates
must check-in at Grad Information Fair and provide their height and major.
When this information is provided, students will receive their cap,
gown, and hood. If you are not able to attend the Grad Information Fair, you
may pick up these items in the College Store after April 10th during
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What
times are Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement?
The Baccalaureate Mass is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. in the
Gymnasium. All graduates and their families are welcome to attend
this wonderful event. The Commencement exercises are at 12:30 p.m.
on the South Drive Lawn. Specific meeting times and parking instructions
will be provided at the Grad Information Fair.
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Do
I have to attend rehearsal?
Graduation Rehearsal will be held at 5:30 p.m. on May 16, 2008,
in the Gymnasium at the Life Center. All those who plan to participate
in Commencement on May 17th must attend this activity. During
this rehearsal, each graduate will be given a seating assignment
as well as rain-tickets in the event that Commencement is held indoors.
In addition, any student who has Graduation Honors will be notified
at rehearsal. The Office of the Registrar will be open that evening
to answer any additional questions. Back
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Where Can We Stay During
Commencement Weekend?
If you have friends or family attending from out
of town, you may want to consider one of the hotels listed below.
Best
Western—Concordville Hotel
Chadds Ford, PA
610-358-9400
Courtyard by Marriott
Room - King
Room - Double
Philadelphia, PA
1-800-831-4004
Courtyard
by Marriott
Wilmington, DE
302-429-7600
Embassy Suites Hotel
Philadelphia, PA
215-365-4500
Express Inn
Media, PA
610-565-5800
Holiday Inn
West Chester, PA
610-692-1900
Homewood Suites
Wilmington,
DE
302-479-2000
Inn at Wilmington
Wilmington, DE
302-479-7900
Residence Inn
Studio Suite
Two Bedroom Suite
Philadelphia, PA
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Grad
Information Fair
Frequently Asked Questions
WHEN:
April 10, 2008 3:00
p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Bruder
Athletic Center
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Who Should Attend
the Grad Information Fair?
Students who have successfully completed or are expecting to complete
their degree requirements by May and who plan to participate in
Commencement exercises should attend the Fair. Candidates must
have applied for graduation for August 2007, December 2007, or May
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Who Will Be
At the Grad Information Fair?
Academic Affairs will give information about what you
can expect during Commencement Weekend as well as complimentary announcements.
Representatives from Alumni Relations and Annual Giving will be
available to talk about involvement after graduation and giving back to Neumann
College.
Representatives from Career Development will
be available to answer last minute job questions and provide resources to assist
with your job search.
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What if
I cannot attend the Grad Information Fair?
If you are unable to attend this event, you may make arrangements
with The College Store to pick up your materials during regular
store hours after April 10th. There is no guarantee that your size
or hood color will still be available.
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For questions or more information concerning Grad Information Fair,
please contact:
The Office of Student Activities
Lower Level, 43-A Bachmann Main Building
Neumann College
One Neumann Drive
Aston, PA 19014
610-558-5539
campm@neumann.edu
Giving Back &
Getting Involved
Take advantage of the
ALUMNI Online Community
ALUMNI
Online is the place to learn what Neumann can continue to do for you. Learn
about benefits of being a Neumann graduate, learn about upcoming events, stay
in touch with classmates, share pictures of your adventures, your children or
grandchildren, become a mentor, visit our career center, review the member directory,
catch up on class notes, start your own message boards, enjoy our featured ALUMNI,
News, Events & much more. Free & exclusively for Neumann
College Alumni. Sign in today.
~ PLEASE NOTE: Access to the ALUMNI Online Community site
will be available by March 25th. ~
Participate in the Class Campaign of 2008
As a tradition at Neumann College, this program is designed
to give graduating students the opportunity to help make a difference and say
"thank you" to Neumann College.
What does the Class Campaign support?
Take a look around . . . faculty
resources and equipment in the Budike Lab, library,
or computer labs
Take
a look around . . . resources and services to assist our students in
the John C. Ford Academic Resource Center
Take a look around . . . technology in the classroom ~ make them smart and keep them smart
Take
a look around . . . student development, Freshman Experience and
student
leadership activities
Take a look around . . . students
and more students experiencing a Neumann education,
a Catholic Education in
the Franciscan Tradition
When it comes right down to it, annual
support from alumni makes up the difference between revenue from tuition to keep
the College running each and every day. Educational costs continually rise each
year, but our alumni and friends help make those increases manageable you, the
students!
Remember, you are benefiting NOW due to the generosity of those
who attended Neumann before you.
Here's how it works:
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Make a pledge of $200 over five years (or make a one-time gift this year at any level) and your first payment of $20.00 is due by June 30
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Your Campaign Commitee will present the contribution to President Mirenda at Commencement Rehearsal
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A special page in the Commencement program will be dedicated to the Class Campaign of 2008 and your name will be listed as a participant
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At your five-year reunion, the Class of 2008 will be honored by naming a project on campus chosen by your Campaign Committee
Click here to make your pledge
Click here to make a gift
For questions or more information concerning Giving
Back & Getting Involved, please contact The Class Committee, or Christina
Farrell in the Office of Institutional Advancement and College
Relations by calling
610-558-5513.
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Important
Events/Dates for Graduates
Thursday, April 10th
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Grad Information Fair
Bruder Athletic Center, Life Center
Monday, April 14th - Friday, May 9th
Financial Aid Exit Interviews
(You will receive information from the Office of Financial Aid)
Friday, April 25th
7:00 p.m.
Academic Awards Convocation
(Recipients and their families will be invited)
Friday, May 2nd
Last Day of Classes - Day
Monday, May 5th
Last Day of Classes - Evening
Tuesday, April 29th
7:00 p.m.
Student Leadership Awards Ceremony
Meagher Theatre, Life Center
(Recipients and their families will be invited)
Friday, May 16th
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Graduation Rehearsal
Saturday, May 17th
10:00 a.m.
Baccalaureate Mass
Bruder Athletic Center
Saturday, May 17th
12:30 p.m.
Commencement
South Lawn adjacent to Our Lady of Angels Convent or in
the case of inclement weather, Bruder Athletic Center, Life Center
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