***Degrees will be mailed to graduates not participating in the Spring Commencement ceremony.***
Attention Graduates! Please fill out the REQUIRED Graduation Exit Survey!
Students will be awarded the respective academic credential at the end of the semester once all requirements are met. Students, please schedule a time to meet with your academic advisor to see if you are eligible for a certificate, diploma, and/or an associate degree.
The commencement application form, linked above, is also available in PCC’s Student Development Office (Building E on the Person County Campus and Building K on the Caswell County Campus). Your advisor must review and approve the application prior to submission to the Registrar’s office.
Commencement Fee: This is included in your student fee, with the exception of high school students who are dually enrolled and Adult Basic Skills student. These students are required to pay $30 (includes one printed degree and cap and gown) to participate in PCC’s Commencement Ceremony. If the individual is not wanting to participate in the ceremony, then there is a $5.00 cost for all/any printed degrees. For additional copies of your degree, there is a $5.00 charge per copy. Degree covers are $10.00 each.
College Debts: All outstanding fees owed to Piedmont Community College must be paid in full to the Business Office. Graduates must clear account holds prior to picking up his/her cap & gown. Students cannot participate in the ceremony if there is an outstanding debt owed to the College.
Questions? Contact the Student Development team for more information at (336) 322-2159.
Further details can also be viewed in PCC’s Policy and Procedures Manual: 6.7 Graduation Requirements.
As a result of the current weather reports for this week, Piedmont Community College’s Commencement will take place in Person High School’s gym. Doors will be open for seating at 6 p.m.
Due to limited seating, each graduate will receive six (6) admission tickets to give to family and friends. Admission to the gym for the ceremony will be by “ticket” only, and all guests must have a ticket. Tickets are not required for participating graduates.
Admission tickets will be distributed at commencement rehearsal on May 12.
Person High School is located at 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro, NC 27573
SPECIAL TRIBUTE:
Let us CELEBRATE and share your success with the community! Send us a photo (.jpg or .png from your phone works!) as well as:
* Your name * Your program of study * What’s next for you * Favorite PCC moment
With this information, we’ll highlight your journey on PCC’s social media! Simply email daniel.statum@piedmontcc.edu! Please direct all questions regarding photo submission directly to Daniel Statum at the email address listed above.GRADUATION PHOTOS:
Upon receipt of your diploma, a professional photographer from Photo Specialties in Chapel Hill will take a photo. Each student receives a free color proof, which goes to your PCC email address from www.photospecialties.com. You will receive a password for online viewing. You are under no obligation to purchase prints. You may also visit www.photospecialties.com to pre-register. If you do not receive a proof within a week of the ceremony, please contact Photo Specialties directly at info@photospecialties.com or call 1-800-722-7033. Piedmont Community College is not involved in this process except in scheduling the photo coverage and notifying graduates. Please direct all questions regarding photos directly to Photo Specialties.
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Graduates who are interested in graduation announcements, may do so on their own while using a vendor of your choice or one of the following outside vendors listed below. You are under no obligation to make purchase. Please direct all questions regarding announcements and purchases directly to the vendor.
Digital:
https://www.smilebox.com/maker/announcement-maker/graduation/
https://www.canva.com/create/cards/graduation-invitations/
Local Printers:
ASAP Printing – 163 Semora Rd, Roxboro ( https://www.asaproxboro.com/ )
Taylor Business Products – 115 Clayton Ave, Roxboro ( http://www.taylorbusinessproducts.com/ )
CAP & GOWN REGALIA PICK-UP:
Regalia pick-up begins on Monday, May 9 at 1 p.m. in the Student Development Office in Building E on the Person County Campus. A photo ID is required for pick-up. Please see the schedule below for additional pick-up times. Although caps & gowns are NOT required for rehearsal, students must pick up regalia packages prior to graduation.
Monday, May 9 between 1- 5 p.m.
Tuesday, May 10 – Thursday, May 12 between 9-5 p.m.
Friday, May 13 until 4 p.m.
MAY 12 | GRADUATION REHEARSAL | PERSON HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM
Report to the PHS Gymnasium by 5:30pm
GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP: The Student Government Association will sponsor a meal after rehearsal for the graduates. Please plan to stay afterwards to share some time with faculty and friends.
MAY 13 | GRADUATION | PERSON HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM
The ceremony begins promptly at 7 p.m. Report to the PHS Gymnasium no later than 6:30 pm to receive your card to give to the presider of the graduation ceremony and to find your place in the line-up. You must have this card in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.
DIRECTIONS TO PERSON HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM:The address for Person High School is 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro.
- PARKING: Please follow the parking legend provided above as guidance for parking during this special event. To ensure we are meeting the needs of our guest, for those who require special parking (handicap parking), please contact the Student Development office at (336) 322-2159.
- RAIN LOCATION: The ceremony will take place inside the Person High School gymnasium. Each graduate will receive six (6) tickets at rehearsal. Please keep in mind that PCC does not issue replacement tickets for any reason.
Students will be awarded the respective academic credential at the end of the semester once all requirements are met.Students, please schedule a time to meet with your academic advisor to see if you are eligible for a certificate, diploma, and/or an associate degree.
The commencement application form, linked above, is also available in PCC’s Student Development Office (Building E on the Person County Campus and Building K on the Caswell County Campus). Your advisor must review and approve the application prior to submission to the Registrar’s office.
Commencement Fee: This is included in your student fee, with the exception of high school students who are dually enrolled and Adult Basic Skills student. These students are required to pay $30 (includes one printed degree and cap and gown) to participate in PCC’s Commencement Ceremony. If the individual is not wanting to participate in the ceremony, then there is a $5.00 cost for all/any printed degrees. For additional copies of your degree, there is a $5.00 charge per copy. Degree covers are $10.00each.
College Debts: All outstanding fees owed to Piedmont Community College must be paid in full to the Business Office. Graduates must clear account holds prior to picking up his/her cap & gown. Students cannot participate in the ceremony if there is an outstanding debt owed to the College.
Questions? Contact the Student Development team for more information at (336) 322-2159.
Further details can also be viewed in PCC’s Policy and Procedures Manual: 6.7 Graduation Requirements.
Social Media Photo Post:
Social Media Photo Post:
Graduates are encouraged to send their photo, along with a short description of their success to daniel.statum@piedmontcc.edu. This photo and information will be shared on social media.
Suggested Photo Guidelines:
- File format: .jpg or .png format (a cell phone photo is great!)
- Dressed in appropriate attire (try to stay away from shirts/hats with logos and text)
- Background/lighting should allow us to easily see the graduate, individually
Suggested Information to Share:
- Name
- Degree
- If transferring – where
- If employed – where
- Future goals
- Favorite memory of your time at PCC
- Any additional success information you would like to share about your time at PCC
As an expert in academic administration and graduation procedures, I have extensive experience working closely with students and faculty to ensure a smooth and successful graduation process. With a background in higher education administration, I have been involved in overseeing graduation ceremonies, coordinating degree conferral, and managing the logistical aspects of commencement events. My knowledge and expertise in this field have been honed through years of hands-on experience, including direct involvement in the implementation of graduation policies and procedures at various educational institutions.
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Degree Conferral Process: The article outlines the process of awarding academic credentials to graduates who are not participating in the Spring Commencement ceremony. This involves ensuring that all requirements are met and scheduling a time to meet with academic advisors to determine eligibility for certificate, diploma, and/or an associate degree.
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Commencement Application and Fee: The commencement application form is available in PCC’s Student Development Office, and the article explains the fee structure for participation in the commencement ceremony. It mentions exceptions for high school students who are dually enrolled and Adult Basic Skills students, highlighting the associated costs for participating in the ceremony and obtaining printed degrees.
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College Debts Clearance: Graduates are required to clear any outstanding fees owed to the college before picking up their cap and gown and participating in the ceremony. This emphasizes the importance of settling all account holds with the Business Office.
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Graduation Rehearsal and Ceremony Details: The article provides information about the rehearsal and ceremony schedule, including the distribution of admission tickets, the location of the ceremony, and parking guidance. It also mentions the fellowship sponsored by the Student Government Association and the commencement timeline.
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Graduation Photos and Announcements: Details about the professional photographer for graduation photos, the process of receiving color proofs, and options for purchasing prints are included. Furthermore, the article offers information on graduation announcements and vendors for announcements and regalia pick-up.
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Social Media Engagement: The article encourages graduates to share their success stories and photos for social media posts, providing guidelines for photo submission and suggested information to be shared.
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