Graduation/Commencement information and other related reminders !
The 99th Annual Commencement Ceremony of Queens College »
Please note that the 99th Annual Commencement Ceremony of Queens College of the City of New York University will take place on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 9:00 am on The Quadrangle at Queens College.
We invite the graduates of the Class of 2023, their families and friends, students, faculty, staff, and alumni to join us for the celebration.
Please check this link for further details and related information about graduation and related content. https://www.qc.cuny.edu/ce/
Graduation, Diplomas, & DegreeWorks
https://www.qc.cuny.edu/qchub/graduation-diplomas-degreeworks/
In addition, here is a pdf for steps explaining how to apply for graduation.
Student RSVP
If you have not registered for graduation, please click the RSVP link to submit your information to the Commencement Events Team. Student RSVP
Procession begins at 9 am; students need to line up in their assigned assembly area at 8 am. A confirmation email will be sent to you upon submission of the RSVP.
Senior Portraits 2023
Senior Portraits for the 2023 “Silhouette” Yearbook!
When: Monday, April 17 – Saturday, April 22nd
Where: Student Union, Room 314
Schedule your appointment at www.ouryear.com, using school code 87135. Questions? 1-800-OUR-YEAR
(687-9327), Mon – Fri, 9am – 4pm.
Portraits will be taken in your Business Attire, and Cap & Gown.
Cap & Gown will be provided.
Note: Be sure to have your QC Id Card with you.
Diplomas
The degree conferral date listed on the Registrar’s web page indicates a student’s official academic record of when the degree was earned. Diplomas for fall/winter graduates will be printed and available in the beginning of spring which indicates a student’s official academic record of when the degree was earned.
Commencement Ceremony information will be sent to the email you have provided. Please make sure the Registrar’s Office has an updated address on file as all graduation and Commencement-related information, including your diploma, will be directed to this address.
Academic Attire / Online Pre-Order
Proper academic attire is mandatory. To place your order now, visit
https://collegegrad.herffjones.com/
. Students are not obligated to purchase the packages as advertised. Caps, gowns, and tassels are sold separately (see ‘cap and gown’ in blue font on top tab). The deadline to place an order is April 18.
Those who will participate in pre-commencement activities (before the big day on June 1st), your order must be submitted by April 18.
If you’ve pre-ordered online and have not yet received the order, please keep in mind that your order should arrive as it gets closer to graduation. Herff Jones is prioritizing orders by ceremony date.
Should you have any questions, please contact Herff Jones directly at thegraduateguy@aol.com or (516) 781-5928.
FAQ
https://www.qc.cuny.edu/ce/faq/
If you have additional questions about the graduation ceremony:
You can send an email to (commencement@qc.cuny.edu). Be sure to indicate your full name, 8-digit student ID#, and a detailed description of your inquiry.