pro Graduation Info
pro & Grace Theological Seminary Commencement
pro Graduation Ceremonies are held at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center.
610 Wooster Road, Winona Lake, IN 46590.
pro & Theological Seminary Commencement will be held on May 4, 2024.
pro Graduation Details
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- Doors open to ticket holders one hour before event. All should arrive 30 minutes before event.
- Tickets are required. Only guests with tickets will be permitted entry to the MOCC.
- Children age 3 and younger, do not need a ticket, but will be required to sit on an adult lap.
- Graduates are expected to report to the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center one hour before event to line up for the processional.
- You are strongly encouraged to arrive 30 minutes before event for best seating.
- pro Graduation will be followed by a recessional where graduates will take pictures with friends and professors.
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This year’s commencement ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Graduates will participate in the ceremony of their academic school – double majors according to the “lead” (first listed) degree chosen on the graduation application and blended students according to their “highest” (Master’s) degree.
Ceremony dates and times are as follows:
Saturday, May 4 at 9:00 a.m. for School of Arts & Humanities, School of Science & Engineering, School of Behavioral Science, School of Education
Saturday, May 4 at 1:00 p.m. for School of Business, School of Ministry Studies, School of Professional & Online Education, Grace Theological Seminary
Seating is first come first served. Each graduate participating in the ceremony will receive tickets to be used for your family and friends. Each ceremony will be professionally live-streamed for those cheering you on but not attending in person.
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Only guests with tickets can enter the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center (MOCC). Each graduate participating in the ceremony will receive tickets (number determined in early Spring) to be used for your family and friends. Graduates may be able to request additional tickets if available.
All guests of any age, except children age 3 and younger, are expected to have a ticket for entry to the MOCC. Tickets are free of charge and may not be sold.
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Live Stream – Each ceremony will be professionally live streamed for those not able to attend the ceremony. The live stream will be accessed through the Grace website homepage or www.grace.edu/live. There will be no overflow location on campus this year.
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No rehearsal. Graduates are to arrive 60-90 minutes before their ceremony to check in and line up. Graduates, please see Important Information related to preparing for and participating in Commencement.
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President’s Luncheon for Seminary and M.A. Ministry Studies Graduates
Contact the Seminary with questions at 574-372-5100 ext. 6437.
Presidential Dessert For Undergraduate and Graduate Students and Parents
There will be a Presidential Dessert on May 3rd from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Rodeheaver Auditorium (Formerly Winona Heritage Room – 901 Park Avenue, Winona Lake). Come and enjoy great refreshments with your favorite faculty members and administrators. Parents and family are also invited.
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Graduation Roses – Red roses will be available for purchase the day of Commencement.
Photos – A professional photographer will be taking pictures of each graduate during Commencement. Within three weeks following Commencement, graduates will receive photo proofs by email and mail from our photographer.
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Updates:
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Email:
graduation@grace.edu
Phone:
(574) 372-5100, ext. 6414