There are two events celebrating the achievements of recent social work graduates (September 2007 and January 2008) and new graduates (May 2008). Recent and new graduates may participate in the following events:
Social Work Convocation
Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 3:30PM
Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Graduates must assemble at 2:30p.m.
NYU All-University Commencement
Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Further information about the All-University Commencement is available in the University Commencement section of the NYU Web site.Below are answers to frequently asked questions about the School and the University’s graduations ceremonies.
What is the difference between the Silver School of Social Work Convocation and the NYU Commencement Ceremony?
There are two graduation ceremonies. The Silver School of Social Work Convocation is for Social Work students only. You will have the opportunity to walk across the stage, accept your mock diploma (letter of congratulations from the Dean), and shake hands with the Dean. When you accept your degree, a professional photographer will take a formal photo. You will have an opportunity to review proofs and place an order if you fill out the information card on the back of your graduation ticket.
Please note that guests must remain in their seats throughout the ceremony, though they may briefly stand to take photographs from their seats. No one is permitted in the aisles during the ceremony except graduates on their way to and from the stage. There will be opportunities for personal photos both before and after the ceremony.
NYU Commencement is the all-University ceremony where all NYU graduates are recognized (asked to stand) by individual schools within the larger ceremony.
Will I be able to attend both the All-University Commencement and the Silver School of Social Work Convocation?
This year, the Commencement and Convocation ceremonies are on the same day, Wednesday, May 14. All-University Commencement will end at 1:00 PM at Yankee Stadium and students are expected to line up at Avery Fisher Hall at 2:30 PM for the SSSW Convocation. This should allow students and their families to enjoy both ceremonies.
We strongly encourage students and their families to take the subway from Yankee Stadium to Avery Fisher Hall, in order to avoid traffic and parking delays. The D train goes from Yankee Stadium directly to Columbus Circle in about 35 minutes. For information on how to get to and from Yankee Stadium or Avery Fisher Hall, please check out HopStop.com.
Am I eligible to graduate?
You are eligible to participate in the SSSW Convocation and NYU Commencement ceremonies if you are either a Spring or Summer degree candidate. If you have finished your coursework by May 2008, you are considered a Spring graduate. If your coursework will not be finished until June 2008, you are considered a Summer degree graduate, with an official graduation date of September 2008.
In order to participate in the May graduation ceremonies, you must have fulfilled all the requirements for your degree (including incompletes) by May (for Spring graduates) or have no more than 6 credits outstanding that will be completed as of June 2008 (for Summer graduates). You may verify your graduation eligibility through Albert, your academic advisor, or the Office of Registration Services (Room G07A, tel. 212.998.5960).
If you have six or fewer credits outstanding as of June 2008 and wish to petition for an exception to participate in the SSSW Convocation and University Commencement ceremonies, please fill out a Dean's Exception Application, available in the Registration office or online.
How do I register for graduation?
May degree candidates must have registered for graduation through Torchtone (212-995-4747) to be eligible for both the NYU Commencement and the Silver School of Social Work Convocation.
Once registered through Torchtone, you will receive information regarding SSSW Convocation including the Convocation Ticket Request Form via e-mail. You must electronically transmit the SSSW Convocation Ticket Request From in order to register for SSSW Convocation. (Please note: you must register through Torchtone in order to receive SSSW Convocation information.)
Is academic attire required for both ceremonies? How do I obtain academic attire?
Yes, graduates and degree candidates who wish to participate in NYU Commencement and/or the SSSW Convocation are required to wear academic attire. Rental information and an order form is included with the Commencement invitation you receive from NYU once registered through Torchtone. To order attire on-line, consult the Academic Attire section of the NYU Commencement website.
How many guest tickets are students allotted for each ceremony? When can I pick them up?
Students are guaranteed six guest tickets for the University Commencement ceremony. Students are guaranteed four tickets for the SSSW Convocation and may request one additional ticket from the lottery for a total of five tickets.
Do all guests need a ticket for admission to the SSSW Convocation Ceremony?
All guests, including infants of any age, will require a ticket to enter the SSSW Convocation venue due to New York City occupancy fire code regulations observed by Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center.
How will my name appear on my diploma?
Your name on your diploma will appear as it does in official University records. If there is a concern or you would like to request a name change, contact the University Registrar.
When will I receive my official diploma?
Diplomas are mailed to the graduate’s permanent addresses by the Office of the University Registrar approximately eight weeks following the date of graduation. For further information regarding diplomas, contact the Office of the University Registrar at (212) 998-4260.