Graduation
Graduation
TVCC will be hosting graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Athens High School located at 708 E. College in Athens, TX.
Graduates, please arrive at the front entrance no later than 30 minutes prior to your ceremony in order to check-in and get lined up for the processional. There will be ushers there to direct you. The ceremony times are as follows:
-
- 10:00 AM Health Sciences
- 1:00 PM Certificates of Completion and/or Associate of Applied Science and all Dual Credit students
- 4:00 PM Associate of Arts
If you are currently enrolled in Spring classes, your eligibility for graduation may depend upon course completion and the grade(s) you receive. You will be notified if there are any issues concerning eligibility after grades are posted. Please make sure you are checking your TVCC emails for updates.
Caps and Gowns:
- Graduates may pick-up up their regalia (cap and gown) May 2nd – May 12th during regular business hours. There is no cost involved. Graduates attending classes in Palestine and Terrell should pick-up their regalia (cap and gown) at the Business Office. Graduates attending class in Athens can pick-up their regalia in the Athens Bookstore.
- Phi Theta Kappa Members: Check for stole and tassel availability in your bookstore or you can order through the Phi Theta Kappa website.
- Honors and veteran cords will be distributed upon check-in at the ceremony.
- There will be a cap decorating contest at each ceremony with a TVCC Prize basket given to the winners. Details coming soon!
Guest Attendance:
There is no limit on the amount of guests each graduate can bring and there are no tickets necessary for admission. All ceremonies will be streamed on the Cardinal Sports Network. The link will be posted on the TVCC Homepage the morning of the 12th. We encourage those who are unable to attend to join us by viewing online.
Announcements:
Graduation announcements can be ordered at your respective campus bookstore.
Photography:
A professional photographer will be taking pictures as you receive your diploma, and you will be able to order online.
Ordering Diplomas and Certificates:
Instructions regarding ordering diplomas and certificates will be given at graduation (contained inside the diploma tube). Also, emails will be sent to graduates via TVCC email address the following week.