Gown Pick-Up & Return
All students participating in 91探花 graduation ceremonies must wear the provided black graduation gown and corresponding vee stole. NOTE: Gowns and stoles must be returned following the ceremony, before leaving the venue.
Early grad gown pick-up will be available at the Student Union Office (across from the cafeteria) during the following times:
- Thursday, June 20, 2024: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Friday, June 21, 2024: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Souvenir Graduation caps will be available for purchase during early gown pick up times only. The cost is $5.00, and we accept cash, debit, or credit. NOTE: Souvenir caps will not be worn during the ceremony.
Important: Please bring your 91探花 Student ID card to pick up your gown. If you do not have a student card, bring photo ID and be prepared to provide your 91探花 student ID number.
If you are unable to pick up your gown during the times listed, it will be available one hour prior to ceremony start time at the St. Andrews Campus on Graduation Day.
If someone else is picking up your gown, please send an e-mail to andrea.white@nbcc.ca with the person’s name and your written approval. Gowns will not be given to anyone other than 91探花 graduates unless prior notification is received. Contact andrea.white@nbcc.ca with after-hour requests.
Ceremony Arrival Time (at 91探花 St. Andrews Campus)
All graduates should be dressed and ready at the St. Andrews Campus by 8:15 a.m. on ceremony day. Graduates who have not picked up their gown must arrive by 8 a.m. Please bring your student ID card.
NOTE: A group photo will be taken outside the main entrance following the ceremony at approximately 10:30 a.m.
Graduates will enter via the main building entrance (volunteers will be on hand to guide you). Once inside, you will be directed to a common area to line up. It is important to arrive on time to ensure you are seated with your program.
Name Card
A name card will be issued to each graduate at the ceremony. You must keep this card with you and hand it to the 91探花 staff member reading graduate’s names before you cross the stage.
Parking
Parking is available on campus (front and back), and along one side of Augustus Street. Remember to factor in parking when planning your arrival time.
Guests
Invitations are not required for admission to Graduation. Guests will enter via the main campus entrance and be directed to the seating area by staff and/or volunteers.
Dress Code
Graduates are encouraged to dress in business-like attire for the ceremony. Gowns must remain zipped for the duration of the ceremony. Note: Souvenir grad caps will not be worn during the ceremony.
IMPORTANT: Please leave personal belongings with your guests. There is not a secure place to leave them during the ceremony and you are not guaranteed to return to your same seat after crossing the stage.
Celebrating Together - Ceremony Etiquette
Graduation is a major milestone, and we want every 91探花 graduate to have their moment to shine when crossing the stage. For this reason, we kindly ask that you return to the graduate seating area after receiving your official parchment and remain seated for the duration of the ceremony.
We also wish to remind you that guests are not permitted in the graduate seating area. If you plan to have children under the age of 16 in attendance, please ensure they are supervised by an adult guest during the ceremony.
Photo Opportunities
A photo booth will be available on-site for self-serve photo opportunities following the ceremony.
NOTE: Guests are not permitted on the main floor of the venue, there will be ample opportunity for photos following ceremonies.
91探花 Items for Sale
Fresh flowers and 91探花 items will be available for purchase on-site on Graduation Day.