Graduation Survey and Application for Graduation

Specialist Diploma Application and Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions About MCC's Graduation Ceremony

When is the next ceremony?
MCC’s graduation ceremony for 2008 Summer, 2008 Fall, 2008/09 Winter, 2009 Spring graduates, will be held Saturday, May 9, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Auditorium.

For further information about the graduation ceremony, please contact Lynn Smith at 402-457-2568. For questions about the graduation application process, please contact Jan Littler at 402-457-2354 or jlittler@mccneb.edu.

If you have friends or family who require special needs seating, please contact Diana Kerwin-Kubr at 402-289-1416 to make arrangements for seating at the ceremony.

Where?
Civic Auditorium
1804 Capitol Avenue

What time does the ceremony begin?
2:00 p.m.

How long does the ceremony last?
Approximately 1 1/2 hours. Graduates are expected to stay until the end of the ceremony.

What time should the graduates arrive?
12:30 p.m.

What time do graduates line up?
1:30 p.m.

What happens if I arrive late?
You will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Is there parking available?
Parking for a fee, is available in the Civic Auditorium parking garage & parking lots adjacent to the auditorium. Street parking surrounding the Civic is available at no charge.

Where do I get my cap & gown for the ceremony?
Caps & gowns may be picked up at any MCC Campus Bookstore.

What color are caps and gowns?
Black. Graduates may keep their gown, cap, and tassel.

Is there any additional charge for the cap and gown?
No

What can honor society members wear?
Members of Phi Theta Kappa, Kappa Beta Delta, Alpha Delta Omega, and the National Technical Honor Society are eligible to wear the sash or medallion of their honor society. Contact your honor society advisor for information on ordering. Order early to ensure delivery in time for graduation.

Where can students purchase graduation announcements?
Five complimentary announcements are given to graduates when they pick up their robes. Additional announcements are available for purchase at the MCC Bookstores.

Is there a limit on how many guests to invite to graduation?
No, but we strongly encourage families to allow plenty of time to park and find seats.

Is there a charge for family and guests?
No

Will I receive my diploma at graduation?
No. A diploma cover is used for the ceremony. Graduates will receive their diploma through the mail about four weeks after the term of program completion.

Will my family be able to take pictures?
Friends and family are not allowed onto the processional floor. Professional photographers will take pictures of the graduates as they receive their awards. These pictures are available for purchase. A proof will be mailed to you about a week after the ceremony.

A photographer will also be available before and after the ceremony in the Main Lobby to take optional professional graduation portraits.

The entire graduation ceremony will be videotaped and available for purchase. Ordering information can be found in your ceremony packet.