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General Information
Commencement Date, Time & Location
In case of bad weather, please see the Inclement Weather Plans.
Congratulations!
This is a momentous event in your life, and a fantastic ceremony is planned to celebrate your achievement. There will be a new Commencement stage that proudly displays the Cameron logo. Also, a large video screen will capture your moment up close and personal as you walk across the stage. As part of the effort to bring nationally recognized leaders to campus, Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command an American spacecraft, will deliver the commencement address. She is a true pioneer, and her talk will be inspiring. Following last year’s new tradition, the ceremony will conclude with a breathtaking fireworks display. This web site will provide other significant details to keep you informed and ensure that you have the best possible commencement experience. Candidate InstructionsCandidates for graduation will assemble in Cameron Stadium at 38th Street and Gore Boulevard no later than 7:00 p.m., in the east end zone, as shown in the map on the adjacent page, according to department and major. The ceremony will begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. You must present the enclosed name card to a designated reader as you cross the platform during the ceremony. If you lose or forget your card, it is imperative that you check in with Commencement officials at the table located near the east end zone. As a security precaution, officers will conduct safety checks of all carry-in baggage (handbags, purses, camera bags, or any like container) for unacceptable items such as illegal drugs, alcohol, weapons, fireworks, signs on poles, or noisemakers. Oversized bags, backpacks and duffle bags will not be permitted, as well as coolers with drinks, cans or bottles. Please leave your personal belongings with family and friends as it is likely you will not return to the same seat after the presentation of diploma covers. All attendees are encouraged to remain until the end of the ceremony so that every graduate is appropriately honored and acknowledged. The ceremony should last approximately two hours. Additional or special instructions are available for the following groups:
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Congratulations on completing your academic degree at Cameron University! 
 | Capture Your Special Day in Personal Photographs and Video You and your guests are encouraged to capture this important occasion in photographs and on video. Special areas on the stadium floor in front of the north and south stands are provided during the ceremony. In addition, two stages suitable for private family photos are available for use before and after the ceremony, one under the tent north of the main gate and a second stage immediately south of the Aggie Gym. |
Professional Photographs
Professional photographs will be taken as each graduate receives a diploma cover. The photographer will contact you with the option to purchase copies of your photograph; however, there is no obligation to do so. All transactions must be made between the photographer and individual candidates. Cameron University is not involved in the billing or collecting of monies for this service. You may contact Candid Color Photography at 1.800.345.1443, http://www.candidcolorphotography.com/. The professional photos are available for viewing within 48 hours of the ceremony at http://register.partypics.com/proof_formccp.asp.
Commencement Video
If you wish to obtain a DVD recording of the Commencement ceremony, contact KCCU at 580.581.2472. DVDs will be available for a nominal shipping and handling fee.
Inclement Weather
Please assume Commencement will be held at Cameron Stadium unless an announcement to the contrary is made over KCCU radio, locally on 89.3 and 102.9 FM, and other broadcast media.
The date for the indoor ceremonies is: Saturday, May 10, 2008.
See the Inclement Weather Plans for detailed information on date and times, parking, assembly, processional, and presentation of diplomas.
