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Giving Back & Getting Involved
Frequently Asked Questions
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What if I choose not to participate in the Commencement exercises?
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Will there be a professional photographer taking pictures when the I receive my diploma?
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Where Can We Stay During Commencement Weekend?
How often is
Commencement held?
Neumann University 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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Who is eligible to walk in the May Commencement exercises?
Only students who have successfully completed all their degree requirements are eligible to march at the May Commencement ceremony and receive their diploma. Students who do not satisfactorily complete all of their degree requirements by the end of the Spring Semester may not, under any circumstance, participate in Commencement exercises.
When do I receive
my diploma?
Students who have successfully completed all 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 15, 2013.
All May candidates for graduation are expected to attend the University'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, excluding documented prior learning, at Neumann
University 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
Students who anticipate receiving Graduation Honors, and have completed 60 credits at Neumann, excluding documented prior learning, can check their WebAdvisor account to verify a cum GPA of 3.50 or above. Back To Top
How is the Valedictorian
selected?
The Valedictorian is a graduating senior whose entire academic program has been completed at Neumann University 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 University 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 University-sponsored evaluations listed below and who have, otherwise, completed all academic coursework at Neumann University are still eligible for Valedictorian consideration.
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CLEP
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AP (Advanced Placement as administered through ETS)
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ACT
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DANTES
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ACE Recommended Credits
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Challenge Examinations
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Experiential Learning Portfolio Assessment
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 18, 2013, please SEND A LETTER OR E-MAIL 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: Judith Wynes, Neumann University, One Neumann
Drive, Aston, PA 19014-1298. Deadline: March 15, 2013. If you send an e-mail, please address it to wynesj@neumann.edu and include the last four digits of your social security number. 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 the 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 University Store after April 8th during regular store hours. The bookstore is open Monday through Thursday until 6pm, and Friday until 4pm. They will be open on April 13, April 27, and May 11 (all Saturdays) 11:00am to 2:30pm. Back To Top
What
times are Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement?
The Baccalaureate Mass is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. in The Mirenda Center. 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 17, 2013,
in The Mirenda Center. All those who plan to participate
in Commencement on May 18th 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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Will there be a professional photographer taking pictures when I receive my diploma?
Yes. Professional photographers, Kelly and Massa, will be poised to get two shots of each graduate; one in the procession line and another when he/she is handed their diploma. Each graduate will receive an email and a letter with a proof picture with the option to purchase their pictures.
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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.
Airport Waterfront Inn
103 Taylor Avenue
Essington, PA 19029
610-521-1400
*Neumann University
Preferred Rate: $70.00
Best
Western-Concordville Hotel
Chadds Ford, PA
610-358-9400
Courtyard by Marriott
Philadelphia, PA
1-800-831-4004
Courtyard
by Marriott
Wilmington, DE
302-429-7600
Crowne Plaza
Wilmington North
630 Naamans Road
Claymont, DE 19703
302-791-4604
Embassy Suites Hotel
Philadelphia, PA
215-365-4500
Hampton Inn & Suites - Chadds Ford
40 State Farm Drive
Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-358-9540
Holiday Inn
West Chester, PA
610-692-1900
Holiday Inn Express
1110 Baltimore Pike
Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-358-1700
*Offers Neumann University Preferred Rate
Holiday Inn Express
Philadelphia Airport
101 Taylor Avenue
Essington, PA 19029
610-521-1200
*Neumann University
Preferred Rate: $99.00
Homewood Suites
Wilmington,
DE
302-479-2000
Inn at Wilmington
Wilmington, DE
302-479-7900
Philadelphia Airport Courtyard
Philadelphia, PA
215-365-2200
Quality Inn
Media, PA
610-565-5800
Staybridge Suites
Wilmington-Brandywine Valley
400 Evergreen Drive
Glen Mills, PA 19342
Phone: 610-358-2560
*Offers Neumann University discounted rate - please ask for details when making your reservation.
Radnor, PA
Wayne, PA
610-687-5000
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who
Should Attend the Grad Information Fair?
- Who
Will Be At Grad Information Fair?
- What
if I cannot attend Grad Information Fair?
April 4, 2013 3:00
p.m. - 6:00 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 all of
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 2012, December 2012, or May
2013.
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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 University.
Representatives from Career Development will
be available to answer last minute job questions and provide resources to assist
with your job search.
What if
I cannot attend the Grad Information Fair?
If you are unable to attend this event, you can pick up your materials from the bookstore starting on April 8, 2013. The bookstore is open Monday through Thursday until 6pm, and Friday until 4pm. They will be open on April 13, April 27, and May 11 (all Saturdays) 11:00am to 2:30pm. 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 Engagement
127 Bachmann Main Building
Neumann University
One Neumann Drive
Aston, PA 19014
610-558-5539
campm@neumann.edu
Giving Back &
Getting Involved
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Take Pride in Giving! Learn how to display your Pride on Graduation Day by wearing your Neumann Philanthropy Cord and participating in the Class of 2013 Campaign. For more information, please contact Stephanie Fortunato at fortunas@neumann.edu or 610-358-4252.
Important
Events/Dates for Graduates
March 13, 14 15, 2013
Graduation Portraits
Bachmann, Room 109
Schedule your appointment now by logging onto Herff Jones’ 24-hour
scheduling site, WWW.OURYEAR.COM, entering school code 87153.
You can also call 1-800-OUR-YEAR™ (687-9327), during normal business
hours, to schedule an appointment.
Other Details:
When you schedule your appointment, you will receive complete information
on how to prepare for your portrait sitting and other pertinent information.
Thursday, April 4, 2013
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Grad Information Fair
Bruder Athletic Center, Life Center
Thursday, April 12th - Friday, April 29th
Financial Aid Exit Interviews
(You will receive information from the Office of Financial Aid)
Thursday, April 25th
7:30 p.m.
Student Leadership Awards Ceremony
Meagher Theatre, Life Center
(Recipients and their families will be invited)
Friday, April 26th
7:00 p.m.
Academic Awards Convocation
(Recipients and their families will be invited)
Friday, May 3rd
Last Day of Classes - Day and Evening
Sunday, May 5th
Last Day of Classes - Weekend
Friday, May 17th
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Graduation Rehearsal
Mirenda Center for Sport, Spiritualtiy and Character Development
Saturday, May 18th
10:00 a.m.
Baccalaureate Mass
Mirenda Center for Sport, Spiritualtiy and Character Development
Saturday, May 18th
12:30 p.m.
Commencement
South Lawn adjacent to Our Lady of Angels Convent
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