May 2022 Graduation Update
Email #5: Week of March 18
You're HALFWAY THERE!
We're less than 60 days until graduation! As we get closer to the big day, we want to share some more updates with you through this email.
If you have ANY questions, please email ReczekL@trocaire.edu and let us know.
This is a kind reminder to review your Graduation Participation Form - and check for any errors or issues. We've had more than 15 students verify their regalia size with our office in the past week. Please check yours and make an appointment with Lauren should you have ANY questions.
Apply to be the Student Speaker!
Who is eligible to be the Student Speaker?
- Must be attending the ceremony on May 17, 2022
- Must be in good standing with their program and the College (academic, financial, conduct).
- Must be comfortable speaking in front of a large audience
Perks to being Student Speaker
- Up to Five EXTRA Tickets (Guaranteed)
- Priority Seating - Front ROW for your loved ones
- Process in with platform party
- Name and biography featured in the program
- Special graduation package from our Committee
What do I need to apply?
- Complete the Application no later by March 25 - latest April 1
- Submit a 3-5 minute written draft of your speech - share your story, be authentic.
- Select a current Trocaire employee to provide a letter of recommendation (they will get a notification once you submit the form). The recommendation must be in by April 1.
Apply today: https://my.trocaire.edu/student-graduation-speaker-information/
Participate in the Slideshow Traditions
What is Meet the Grads?
Meet the Grads features our graduates, their plans for after graduation, and their career goals. Graduates are featured on our social media starting the week of May 2.
Check out last semester's Meet the Grads video: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CXm1jryFTXt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
What is the Thank You Slideshow Tradition?
The Thank You Slideshow Tradition began in Spring 2020 from a student who wanted to share their thanks to their supporters that cheered them on as they completed their degree. The tradition stuck and we've been doing it ever since! Graduates are able to write up a message of thanks to share with their support system, family, friends, colleagues, classmates, etc. who have helped them along their journey. They may include up to five images to be featured. Photo collages will not be accepted for the 5 images. The slideshow will launch on Monday, May 9 at 6:00 PM via private YouTube link to all students.
Check out our past semesters video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SRNIgL_X84
The deadline for BOTH of these opportunities is Friday, April 15, 2022! No late submissions will be accepted. Submit these as soon as you can.
Link for submission: https://my.trocaire.edu/graduation-information/
Extra Tickets
Graduates will receive FIVE (5) guest tickets. If you have a child that can fit comfortably in the lap of a loved one (i.e. my three year old can fit in my lap), they do not need a ticket.
The lottery for extra tickets will begin the week of April 25. Students whose names are drawn during the lottery will be emailed.
If you're not attending Commencement, we highly encourage you to enter your extra tickets into the pool for students who need them!
Link to Extra Ticket Exchange & Pool: https://forms.office.com/r/nR3GR2QdYn
Please note that you will NOT receive a confirmation email from this form.
There is also an opportunity through the Spring Soiree where a pack of five (5) extra tickets with priority seating will be raffled off. If you're interested in participating in this golden opportunity, please let us know and email Lauren Reczek at ReczekL@trocaire.edu for more details.
Commencement Committee
Email: reczekl@trocaire.edu
Website: https://my.trocaire.edu/graduation-information/
Location: Choate - 141
Phone: 716-827-2487