Office of Special Events
CommencementQuestions@ncat.edu
336-256-0863
Commencement Conduct
- Commencement is a time to celebrate and enjoy graduates' accomplishments. However, it is also ceremonial. You are asked to honor the spirit of this important occasion by modeling conduct that is respectful of yourself, fellow graduates, and/or supporters of graduates.
- The use of air horns, bull horns, cow bells, tambourines and/or any other disruptive noise makers are strictly prohibited.
- We ask that all who attend the ceremony show their respect to all graduates by remaining in their seats throughout the ceremony and refrain from whistling, shouting, excessive yelling or any other outbursts. Prolonged screaming is distractive, unfair and disruptive to other graduates.
- Every family attending the ceremony deserves to hear their graduate’s name announced and to see that student walk across the stage without distractions. Aisles must be kept clear throughout the ceremony. Guests wishing to take video and still photography may do so only from their seats. During the recessional, guests should remain until all graduates and the audience have been dismissed.
- Please note that the clear bag policy will be enforced. Cell phones should be turned off or set to vibrate.
