May 2022 Graduation Update
Email #2
We hope your semester is going well! Here is your second email of the weekly graduation emails.
Here is what you need to know for this week:
- Complete your Graduation Participation Form if you have not already done so! All graduates for the Spring and Summer 2022 semesters are required to complete this form. Once the form is submitted, students will receive a confirmation email. Students who have not completed the form will receive follow-up emails, separate from this email next week before email #3.
- COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for UB Center for the Arts: Attendees ages 5 years old and older are required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated to attend events in the Center for the Arts. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated as defined by the CDC, two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Individuals will not be able to attend events at the Center for the Arts, even if they have a medical or religious exemption. The event will also be recorded and live streamed for guests who are unable to attend.
- Become an Alum From Day One: We encourage all graduates to participate in this program - to not only connect with our Advancement Team and Alumni - but gain cords for Commencement. It's a great way to learn more about the opportunities available to you as an alumni of Trocaire and receive a letter of recommendation from the Advancement Team. Click here to join today!
- Are you a member of Phi Theta Kappa? Did you transfer to Trocaire from a college where you were inducted as a member? Email Lauren Reczek at ReczekL@trocaire.edu to process a membership transfer request. If you are a graduate who received an invitation to join Phi Theta Kappa, we encourage you to check it out - it's a great item to add to your resume and receive recognition for at Commencement.
- Check in on Your Student Bill! Our Student Accounts Team is here to help students with setting up payment plans. A financial hold on your account will prevent you from obtaining your transcripts and your diploma. Connect with Student Accounts to discuss payment plans and other opportunities to help pay down your tuition. Learn more about payment plans here, or contact Student Accounts directly at StudentAccounts@trocaire.edu, 716.827.2427, or visit them in B10.
New Updates This Week
Complete Your Graduation Participation Form
Link: https://my.trocaire.edu/graduation-information/
Students who may not be sure of their Cap and Gown Sizing may sign up for an opportunity to try on their regalia March 7-15 from 11 AM - 5 PM. During this try-on, students will be allowed to change their regalia size as needed, but will not be able to take the regalia with them. Appointments required, no walk-ins. Regalia distribution will occur at the end of April. Here is the link to request a try-on: https://forms.office.com/r/WdUTCVUVm5
Apply to be Commencement Speaker
Eligibility:
- Graduating in Spring or Summer 2022
- Attending ceremony on Tuesday, 5/17
- In good academic, financial, and conduct standing with their program and the College
Application:
- Complete the application
- Submit 3-5 minute written draft of speech
- Secure a current faculty or staff member to provide a letter of recommendation (they'll get an email).
Why Be the Student Speaker?
- Extra tickets for loved ones (up to 5)
- Priority seating for loved ones near stage
- Process in with administration and sit on stage for ceremony
- Graduation Complimentary Items from Commencement Committee
- Networking with speakers and administration
Priority Deadline: Friday, March 25, 2022
FIRM Deadline: Friday, April 1, 2022
Link to Form: https://my.trocaire.edu/student-graduation-speaker-information/
Don't Forget: Nominate Your Favorite Instructors for the Last Lecture
Deadline is Friday, March 25 to submit your nominations!
Has Your Name/Address Changed?
If your address or name has changed since you started at Trocaire College, please complete the Change in Name Or Address Form - and follow up with the requested documents from the Registrar's Office.
Link to the Change in Name/Address Form: https://my.trocaire.edu/academics/change-in-name-or-address/
If your address plans to change after the May 17 graduation date, please let us know as diplomas are mailed out to current addresses after the degree conferral date.
Career Resources - Get Your Resume Ready!
Students are also encouraged to log into Handshake.
- Go to trocaire.joinhandshake.com
- Enter in your Trocaire.edu email and sign in with your webmail password
- Set up your profile
Other Updates
- NURSING PINNING: Details on nursing pinning are forthcoming from Student Nursing Association & the Nursing Department. Note that tickets for pinning are much more limited than the Commencement Ceremony. We thank you for your patience as planning is ongoing.
- Supplemental Instruction: Fourth semester students are encouraged to reach out to the Palisano Learning Center in regard to Supplemental Education for their courses. They may set up tutoring appointments through Trocaire.MyWCOnline.com
Commencement Committee
Email: reczekl@trocaire.edu
Website: https://my.trocaire.edu/graduation-information/
Location: Choate Room 141
Phone: 716-827-2487