A comprehensive listing of activities during Emory Commencement Weekend.
Information about events is current for Commencement 2008. Please visit this site frequently for additional information.
Monday, May 5
3:00-6:00 p.m.
Shepard Award Presentation and Reception
Rollins School of Public Health, Lower Level
Wine and Hors d'oevres. For all Rollins School of Public Health students, faculty and staff. No charge.
Contact: April McMahan, 404.712.2464
Tuesday, May 6
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Distinguished Emeritus Faculty Award Reception
Cox Hall Ballrooms
Each year Emeritus College selects 2 to 4 emeriti professors to receive Distinguished Emeritus Awards. The recipients are chosen by a nominating committee for their outstanding contributions to their field, to the University, and to the wider community. Family members, alumni, friends, former students, and colleagues are invited to attend.
Parking is available at Peavine Deck.
Open to all; no charge. Registration required via website.
Contact: Rhonda Dubin, 404.712.8834
Wednesday, May 7
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Commencement Achievement Celebration and Reception
Emory Conference Center Hotel
Free for Rollins School of Public Health graduates.
Contact: April McMahan, 404.712.2464
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Oxford College Sophomore Banquet
Turner Lake Complex
Open to all Oxford sophomores. No charge. RSVP required.
Contact: Sheilah Conner, 770.784.8302
7:00-8:00 p.m.
School of Medicine Senior Banquet
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Road, NE
By invitation only. For students graduating with the doctor of medicine degree and invited faculty and staff.
Contact: Margo Kuisis, 404.727.5655
Thursday, May 8
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Oxford College Continuee Reception
Miller Ward Alumni House
Annual reception to visit with Oxford College alumni who are scheduled to graduate from Emory.
Open to Oxford College alumni who are graduating from Emory in May 2008. No charge. Parking available at the Miller Ward Alumni House.
Registration required.
Contact: Tammy Camfield, 770.784.6414
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Class Day
Glenn Memorial Auditorium
For baccalaureate degree graduates of Emory College, Goizueta
Business School, and the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of
Nursing. Featuring the 2008 Class Day speaker. More Class Day information.
Contact: Tricia
Stultz, 404.727.6022
7:00–8:30 p.m.
Emory Senior Class Reception
Emory Conference
Center Hotel
For students graduating with baccalaureate degrees from
Emory College, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing,
and Goizueta Business School; others by invitation only.
Shuttles will be available to carry passengers from campus. The reception offers an opportunity for students to celebrate
their graduation with one another before commencement events
that are open to family and guests begin. The reception ends
with the traditional Coca-Cola Toast by a distinguished
faculty member and a ceremonial candlelight Crossover Ceremony
to the Miller-Ward Alumni House. RSVPs are required
from all attendees.
Contact: Dean
Joanne Brzinski, 404.727.6160
.8:30 p.m.
Senior Dessert Reception
Miller Ward Alumni House
For students graduating with baccalaureate degrees from
Emory College, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing,
and Goizueta Business School. Shuttles will be available
to return you to campus following this event.
Contact: Office
of Campus Life, 404.727.6169
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Friday, May 9
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Shepard Award Oral Presentation and Luncheon
Rollins School of Public Health, Rita Ann Rollins Room
All Rollins School of Public Health students, faculty and staff are welcome. No charge.
4:00-7:00 p.m.
Goizueta Business School PhD Graduation Reception
Goizueta Business School, Dolive Room 500
Join in celebrating the accomplishments of the Class of 2008.
Contact: Allison Gilmore, 404.727.6353
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Oxford College Baccalaureate Service
Old Church, Oxford
For Oxford College 2008 graduates, their families and friends, faculty and staff.
Contact: Office
of the Dean, 770.784.8302.
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Baccalaureate Dinner
Oxford College Green
Students and their parents are invited to dinner with members of the Oxford faculty on the College Green following the baccalaureate service. There is a refundable reservation fee of $10 per person for dinner. Please include your graduate in the number attending.
Reservations must be made by credit card at the Oxford Commencement website.
Registration for dinner begins April 18 and ends on May 2. Your credit cardwill be
charged only if you do not attend the dinner.
For Oxford College 2008 graduates, their families, faculty and staff. Charge $10 per person. Registration required. Parking available at Oxford College.
Contact: Sheilah Conner, 770.784.8302
8:00-9:00 p.m.
100 Seniors Honorary Reception
Miller Ward Alumni House
By invitation only. No charge. Parking available at Miller War Alumni House.
Contact: Kate Stevens, 404.712.0464
8:00-9:00 p.m.
GALA/PRIDE Reception
Emory Conference Center Hotel
By invitation only. No charge. Parking available at Emory Conference Center Hotel.
Contact: Michelle Edwards, 404.712.1015
9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
The Torch and Trumpet Soirée
Emory Conference Center Hotel
This fabulous dance party and reception is an annual Emory Commencement Weekend highlight! The Soirée features live music, cash bar, dessert buffet, coffee and more. All alumni, faculty, staff, graduating students, family, and friends are welcome to toast the Class of 2008 on this special evening.
Open to all. The soirée is free for Emory students with ID, $10 for others. Registration required via website. Parking is available at the Emory Conference Center Hotel.
Contact: Gloria Grevas, 404.727.1911
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Saturday, May 10
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Oxford College Commencement Exercises
Oxford Green
Dean Stephen Bowen will preside and President James W. Wagner
will confer diplomas. Oxford's 2008 Commencement speaker will be Dr. Robert A. Paul, Dean of Emory College. Following the commencement ceremony, there wll be a reception for graduates and their guests in the dining hall courtyard.
Open to all. Parking
around periphery of the campus.
Contact: Sheilah Conner 770.784.8302.
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Weekend Executive MBA Graduation Celebration
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
For all graduating Weekend Executive MBA students and their guests. Class of 2008 student speaker, academic and faculty awards.
Reception immediately following.
Contact: EMBA Program Office, 404.727.0310
10:30-noon
23rd Annual Legacy Reception
Miller-Ward Alumni House
Graduating Legacy students will receive their Legacy medalliions to be worn at Commencement.
By invitation only for graduating Legacy students and their families. No charge. Parking available at Miller Ward Alumni House.
Contact: Amy Hokkanen, 404.727.0673
11:00-Noon
Walking Campus Tours
Dobbs University Center
Tour guides will lead an informative walking tour pointing out prominent features of Emory's changing campus as well as its classical architecture. The walking tour will depart from the front of Dobbs University Center near Asbury Circle.
Open to all. No charge. Registration requested.
Noon-3:00 p.m.
Block Party
Asbury Circle
Enjoy a great afternoon of games, music and food.
Open to all. No charge. Registration required via website. Parking TBA.
Contact: Gloria Grevas, 404.727.1911
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Goizueta Business School BBA Graduation Celebration
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
The graduation address, class speaker, honors and awards, serious and fun presentations. No tickets are required. Reception following the event.
Contact: Harriet Ruskin, 404.727.6644
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Reception for BBA Graduates and Guests
Goizueta Business School Courtyard
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Longstreet/Means Farewell Reception
The Bricks in front of Longstreet/Means
Calling all Longstreet/Means alumni! Come say farewell to these two Emory landmarks. The Office of Residence Life and Housing in conjunction with the EAA invite you to walk through the halls where so many memories and leaders were made beforewe break ground for the new freshman quadrangle. Enjoy refreshments, drinks, and meeting up with your former hall mates.
(Rain location on the covered area between Longstreet/Means lobby.)
Hosted by Joseph De 03C 05MPH; Andel Jones-Foster 97C 00MPH 07MBA; and Sarah Martino 05C 09L.
Open to all. $15 PER PERSON. Registration required. Parking available at the Peavine Parking Deck.
Contact: Melissa Kontarides, 404.727.6181
3:30 p.m.
Evening MBA Graduation Celebration Event and Reception
Goizueta Business School, Boynton auditoriium, Room 130
For all students Evening MBA students and families. Featuring multimedia presentation, speakers, student awards, faculty awards.
Reception immediately following.
Contact: Evening MBA Office, 404.727.4477
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Modupe Dayo
Cox Hall Banquest Halls, 3rd floor
Black Student Alliance, CEBA, and the Office of Multicultural Programs host an African themed graduation ceremony celebrated with drummers and African dancers. Reception immediately following.
By invitation only. No charge. Registration required. Parking: Peavine, Lowergate, or Fishburne.
Contact: Patricia Taylor, 404.727.6754
5:00-6:30 p.m.
Goizueta Business School Full-time MBA Graduation Celebration
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
For all graduating full-time MBA students and their guests. Keynote speaker and student graduation speeches by the Class of 2008. Academic awards will be presented.
Contact: Harriet Ruskin, 404.727.6644
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Goizueta Business School Full-time MBA Reception
Goizueta Business School, Jenkins Courtyard
6:30-9:00 p.m.
Modular Executive MBA Graduation Celebration
Michael C. Carlos Museum, Reception Hall, 3rd floor
For all graduating Modular Executive MBA students and their guests. Class of 2008 student speaker, academic and faculty awards.
Reception immediately following.
Contact: EMBA Program Office, 404.727.0310
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Sunday, May 11
PLEASE NOTE: in 2009, Baccalaureate will begin at 9:00 a.m.
Baccalaureate Service
Glenn Memorial Auditorium
The Baccalaureate tradition is an integral part of Commencement
exercises, marking the end of a student's undergraduate
years. Emory's Baccalaureate is an inter-religious service
with prayers and readings from various religious traditions.
Baccalaureate is for all students receiving bachelor's degrees
(BA,BS,BSN,BBA) and their guests.
Students in caps and gowns
assemble on the Quadrangle near the Administration Building
at 9:00 a.m. and follow marshals and the bagpiper to Glenn.
In case of rain, graduates should go directly to Fellowship
Hall of the Church School Building behind Glenn Auditorium.
For
the service, guests should park in the Fishburne Parking
Deck. Those attending the Commencement brunch may then walk
or ride the shuttle to the Brunch.
Contact: Commencement
Coordinator, 404.727.6022
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Commencement Brunch
Dobbs University Center
For all degree candidates, their families and guests, and
attendees at Emory Weekend. Sponsored by the Division of
Campus Life .
Commencement Brunch Menu
Tickets are required for each person; tickets are $9.00 per person and may be ordered beginning online or by mail/fax from Emory University
Dining Services.
Click here t o purchase tickets
Students can pick up tickets at the Information Desk in the DUC beginning Wednesday, May 7 through Saturday, May 10. A limited number of tickets will be available for purchase on the day of the event, by cash or check. No tickets will be mailed.
Shuttles will be available from the Dobbs University Center
to the President’s Open House and to the Michael Street
and Fishburne decks. .
Contact: Emory University Dining Services,
404.727.8960.
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
President’s Open House
Lullwater House
For all graduating students, their families and guests,
and alumni . Hosted by President and
Mrs. James W. Wagner.
Graduates, alumni, and their guests
are invited to meet the Wagners and to tour Lullwater House.
Shuttle buses located in front of the Dobbs University Center
will take brunch guests to Lullwater House. Those not attending
the Commencement brunch should park at the Michael Street
Parking Deck, from where shuttle buses will take guests
to Lullwater. Shuttles will return guests to both the Michael
Street and Fishburne decks.
Contact: Commencement
Coordinator, 404.727.6022
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Pinning Ceremony
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
Presentation of the nursing pin to bachelor of science in nursing candidates. In the profession of nursing, the pinning tradition is celebrated across the country. The pin is symbolic of the graduate's rite of passage into nursing. Families and faculty are invited.
Contact: Melanie Chastain, 404.727.8128
2:00-4:00 p.m.
The Cherry Emerson Memorial Alumni Concert
Miller-Ward Alumni House, Governor's Hall
Acclaimed pianist and Emory Professor William Ransom will be joined in this classical concert by two past Emory students: Katherine Blumenthal 01C, one of Emory's finest sopranos (returning to campus from Paris) and Lee Demertzis, now a doctor in St. Louis as well as a professional-caliber pianist. They will be joined by a current Emory student. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy this amazing concert.
Open to all. No charge. Registration requested via website. Parking available at Miller Ward Alumni House.
Contact: Gloria Grevas, 404.727.1911
2:30 p.m-4:00 p.m.
Emory College Honors Ceremony
Glenn Memorial Auditorium
Dean Robert A. Paul will preside. Recognition of academic
honorees. For College senior honors recipients, their parents, and
college faculty. A reception on the Glenn Lawn will follow at 4:00 p.m. Contact: Meggan Arp , 404.727.0674.
3:30-5:00 p.m.
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Reception
Woodruff Library, west Terrace
Annual Woodruff Reception honoring BSN, MSN and PhD graduates. School of Nursing doctoral students and their advisors will be recognized. Reception attendees are invited to continue the ladies' tradition of wearing hats to this event. For graduating students, their guests, alumni, and faculty.
*Please note: Visit the School of Nursing site for information about parking and handicapped accommodations.
Contact: Melanie Chastain, 404.727.8128
3:30-5:30 p.m.
Law School Legacy Reception
Dean Partlett's Home
Law School reception for 2008 Law School graduates who are also legacies from any Emory school, college, division or program.
By invitation only to 2008 Law School Legacy graduates. No charge. Registration required via website.
Contact: Ethan Rosenzweig, 404.727.6857
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Volunteer Emory Reception
Dobbs University Reception Room 355
Reception for graduating Volunteer Emory student staff and volunteers. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and conversation and see photos from the trips and projects over the last four years.
By invitation only. No charge. RSVP requested. Parking available in the Peavine Parking Deck.
Contact: Melody Porter, 404.727.6269
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Service of Sending Forth, Candler School of Theology
Cannon Chapel
For graduating theology students, their families, and guests.
Reception following in Brooks Commons.
Contact: Dean
Barbara Day Miller, 404.727.6153.
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Parent Council Commencement Reception
Miller-Ward Alumni House
To celebrate Parent Council families and their 2008 graduates.
By invitation only to Parent Council members and their families. No charge. RSVP.
Parking available at Miller Ward Alumni House.
Contact: Amy Hokkanen, 404.727.0673
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Monday, May 12
The information below describes events planned
for fair weather (the weather typical of Commencement day
at Emory). If we experience inclement weather, please refer
to the Inclement Weather
page on this web site
7:15 a.m.
Various locations around the Quadrangle
All students line up at locations designated for their schools. Schools will distribute Instructions and locations.
8:00-9:15 a.m.
The 163rd Commencement Exercises of Emory University
The Quadrangle
The academic procession begins at 8:00 a.m. President James
W. Wagner will preside over the exercises. The ceremony includes the Commencement speaker, conferral of Honorary Degrees, and conferral of graduate degrees en masse.. Parking is available
in all University parking decks and around the campus periphery,
with shuttle service to the Quadrangle. Guests should plan
to arrive early. The diploma ceremonies for the various
schools will proceed at locations and times listed on this
Event Schedule.
Contact: Commencement
Coordinator, 404.727.6022
9:30-11:15 a.m.
School of Medicine Reception
School of Medicine Building Commons (First floor) and tents in the Courtyards
1648 Pierce Drive
Immediately following the Quadrangle ceremony, graduates, their families and guests enjoy a reception before the diploma ceremony. Tours of the new School of Medicine building.
9:45 a.m.-12:30 noon
Emory College Diploma Ceremony
Quadrangle
Graduating seniors and their guests will remain on the Quadrangle
following the completion of the University commencement
exercises. Dean Robert A. Paul will preside over the presentation
of diplomas.
A professional photographer will take pictures as each graduate crosses the stage. Proofs and information on viewing the photographs of the ceremony will be mailed to the student's home address of record.
Contact: Brenda
Nix, 404.727.6040.
9:45-10:30 a.m.
Goizueta Business School BBA Reception
George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center, East Courtyard
For BBA graduates and their guests prior to the diploma ceremony.
9:45-11:00 a.m.
Candler School of Theology Diploma Ceremony
Glenn Memorial Auditorium
Dean Jan Love will preside.
Contact:Jamila Garrett-Bell , 404.727.0792.
Immediately following the diploma ceremony, graduates, their families and friends are invited to a reception in
Brooks Commons of Cannon Chapel.
Contact::Jamila Garrett-Bell , 404.727.0792.
10:15 a.m.-Noon
Goizueta Business School Diploma Ceremony
George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center
For graduates earning MBA and PhD degrees.
Reception immediately following the ceremony in the Jenkins Courtyard of the Goizueta Business School, for graduating students and their guests.
Contact: Goizueta Program Offices
10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall
Immediately following the Quadrangle Ceremony, PhD candidates, their advisers, master’s candidates, and all friends and family should proceed directly to the hooding and diploma ceremony. Graduates will enter with a formal processional. Dean Lisa Tedesco will preside.
A reception will be held on the west end of Woodruff Library Plaza immediately following this ceremony; all guests and graduates are invited.
Contact: Queen Watson, 404.727.6170.
10:30-11:00 a.m.
Allied Health Professions Diploma Ceremony
Silverbell Pavilion
Emory Conference Center Hotel
Graduating students and their guests will proceed to the
diploma ceremony from the Quadrangle. Guests are invited to a reception immediately following the ceremony.
Contact:Michael Behler, 404.727.5683
10:30 a.m.-12:00 noon
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Diploma Ceremony
School of Nursing Courtyard
Graduating students and their guests will proceed to the ceremony from The Quadrangle. Dean Marla E. Salmon will preside.
Reception following the ceremony for graduating students and their guests in the School of Nursing Plaza/Courtyard.
*Please note that professional photographers will take photographs of each student receiving a diploma.
*A live video feed of the Nursing Diploma Ceremony will be available in the School of Nursing Auditorium on the Plaza Level..
Contact: Melanie Chastain, 404.727.8128
10:30 a.m.-12:00 noon
Rollins School of Public Health Diploma Ceremony
Rollins Plaza adjacent to the Grace Crum Rollins Building.
Dean James W. Curran will preside. A reception will follow
the ceremony.
Contact: April McMahan, 404.712.2464.
10:30 a.m.-12:00 noon
School of Law Hooding and Diploma Ceremony
Gambrell Hall Lawn
Graduating students and their guests will proceed to the
South Lawn ceremony from The Quadrangle. Dean David Partlett will preside. Reception immediately following on the West
Terrace of Gambrell Hall.
*Please note that a professional photographer will take photographs of each student receiving a diploma.
Contact: Celeste
Katz, 404.727.8031
10:45 a.m.-Noon
Goizueta Business School BBA Diploma Ceremony
George W. Woodruff Physical Education Center
For graduates earning BBA degrees. No tickets required.
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
School of Medicine Diploma Ceremony
Glenn Memorial Auditorium
Dean Thomas J. Lawley will preside in honor of the Class of 2008. Recognition of Honors, Dual Degrees, Class Accomplishments and the Hippocratic Oath will be highlighted.Arrangements for seating for guests with special disability needs can be made through Kathleen Brennan, 404.712.3859.
Contact: Margo Kuisis, 404.727.5655
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