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CFCC Summer COMMENCEMENT 2024

Friday, August 2, 2024 | 9 AM

Congratulate Your Graduate with Flowers!

Celebrate your loved one’s graduation with a gift of flowers! Not only do they spread joy, but your purchase also supports PTK memberships, scholarships, and professional activities.

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Questions? Contact us at gradinfo@cfcc.edu .

Wilson Center

LOCATION

The commencement ceremony will be held at the Wilson Center at CFCC’s downtown Wilmington Campus.

Parking

Guests and families may park FREE in the student parking deck (Hanover Street Deck) or Student Parking Lot #2.

Get Directions to the Wilson Center

Access the Wilmington Campus Map

WHEN AND WHERE TO PICK UP TICKETS

Tickets will be available for pick-up at the Cashier’s Office on both the Wilmington Campus (Union Station building, downtown) and the North Campus (McKeithan Center, Castle Hayne) starting July 8.

Any extra tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis following rehearsal.

Tickets
Graduates

Need a cap and gown?

Caps and gowns are available for purchase through Herff Jones.

Deadline to order – July 8

Order Your Cap and Gown

If you prefer to purchase in person, Herff Jones will have a pop-up shop at the CFCC Wilmington Campus Bookstore on Wednesday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

REHEARSAL

Commencement rehearsal will be held at the Wilson Center at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024. All students participating in the ceremony are encouraged to attend the rehearsal event. You do NOT need to wear or bring your cap and gown to rehearsal.

Graduation
Graduates

What to Know for Commencement

Name Pronunciations and Special Accommodations

2024 Graduation Information Sheet

Arrival and Check-In
  • Students should arrive at the Wilson Center, Theater stage entrance, one hour before the ceremony begins.
  • Upon arrival, graduates will proceed to the Student Service Check-In table located just inside the Wilson Center to collect their name cards. These cards will be handed to the name reader as graduates approach the stage.
Regalia and Attire
  • Graduates must arrive dressed in full regalia, including cap, tassel, and gown. Assistance with regalia will be available during the line-up.
  • Graduation caps may be decorated, but only in a 2-dimensional fashion.
  • Please wear shoes that are suitable for walking on the theater stage.
Seating Arrangements
  • Graduates will not be lined up alphabetically. If you wish to sit with teammates or friends, plan accordingly. If you’re undecided, this is a great chance to meet someone new.
Guest Information
  • The Wilson Center will open for guests one hour prior to the ceremony.
  • Tickets are required for all guests, including children and infants, in accordance with fire code regulations.
  • The ceremony is expected to last approximately 95 minutes.
Graduation Photos
  • Get ready to smile! Professional photos will be snapped on the big day and will be available for free. You can find and download them from our this website four to six weeks after the ceremony.
  • Share your graduation photos with the hashtag #cfccgrad.

9 AM Ceremony – May 2024

12 PM Ceremony – May 2024

Livestream
  • The ceremony will be live-streamed for family members and friends not able to attend the ceremony. The link to the livestream will be made available from this webpage prior to the commencement ceremony.
Your Diploma
  • Diplomas will be mailed to your preferred address once all degree requirements are met and any outstanding balances are paid.
  • If you need to update your address, please follow these instructions .
Honor Cords
  • Honor cords will be distributed at the Student Service Check-In to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
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