The College wishes to honor all graduates by hosting a reception and presenting formal copies of their specific awards earned during graduation ceremony. All graduates, their respective parents, relatives, and friends of graduates are invited to the reception, which is observed immediately prior to the graduation ceremony. To ensure compliance with graduation requirements, students should apply for graduation with the Registrar’s Office at least one semester prior to their last expected term. The student will receive a graduation check sheet verifying the courses needed to complete graduation requirements and should register for listed classes the last term.