[Pa25] Follow-up & More tips and tricks RE: Details for Friday' Graduation Ceremony

Thu May 8 09:14:51 EDT 2025

Good Morning Class,
Someone brought to my attention there was a question for our dual students, I do apologize for the oversight as I did not include your specific instruction on here.

Dual students will

  *   walk with only PA
  *   carry both hoods but only be hooded with the PA hood and remain carrying the second hood across the stage
  *   be listed in the program under both degrees
  *   be announced with receiving both degrees as you are walking across stage
  *   can take the class photo with both programs when we are all taking those photos before heading over to the convocation center

If there are any other questions, please do not hesitate to let me know.

A couple of other tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years that you can take advantage of:

  1.  There is VERY limited wheelchair seating. If you have family who need this, I encourage you to arrive early so your loved ones can get these seats, they are first come first serve and saving is not easy.
  2.  The class photo session is not traditionally the most organized activity. If everyone is there and in place first, we can perhaps be the first group to go and get in and out quickly. So if the arrival time is 1pm and we are all there at 12:50, we could possibly be done before the others are all present. 😊
  3.  If you are in need of anything regalia related, the bookstore does have our PA regalia items in stock, I checked with Vanessa yesterday. If you go today and find out that she does NOT have PA now, LET ME KNOW as it’s possible I may have something to get you through the ceremony!
  4.  There are golf carts that will be able to transport your guests from their cars to the doors of the building, just flag them down, there is also handicap parking, just make sure families have their placards visible.
  5.  The doors open at 2pm tomorrow for families and it’s usually a madhouse of families getting in to get those front seats so if your family is one of those that want those front seats, I suggest they get there when doors open.

I know it’s a lot but just wanting to give you those last few tips and tricks.

Thank you,
Kristen Stiltner, MBA<mailto:stiltnerk at campbell.edu> | Campbell University
Program Manager & Analyst | Physician Assistant Program & Analyst

From: Stiltner, Kristen A.
Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 1:05 PM
To: pa25 at list.campbell.edu
Subject: Details for Friday' Graduation Ceremony
Importance: High

Hello Class,
I wanted to make sure you all have all graduation information together in one location and ensure you have everything you need for Friday’s graduation ceremony. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please let me know.

Student Information:

  *   Class Photos – Friday, May 9 at 1:00pm. Meet at the steps of Taylor Hall in full regalia (cap, gown, hood if applicable)
  *   Check in will begin in McCall Court at 2:00. Students will enter through the back entrance of the Convocation Center (double doors).  All guests must use front entrance.  You must be in your assigned seat in McCall Court at 2:30.
  *   A clear bag policy has been adopted, please read, and click on the link below.

 Clear Bag Policy<https://gocamels.com/sports/2022/12/6/clear-bag-policy.aspx>

Family and Friends Information:

  *   The front doors will open at 2:00pm for guests.
  *   Campbell University’s Livestream will be available at 2025 CPHS Graduation<https://vimeo.com/event/4986928>
  *   Concessions will be open with water until 3:00.
  *   Strollers are not allowed in the seating areas, please leave on upper concourse.
  *   Guests are not allowed on the arena floor.
  *   Viewing areas are available for young guests and their companions in the upper lobby.
  *   Tickets are not required for the graduation ceremony.
  *   Photography/Videography: Photographs may be taken during the ceremony from the seat only to ensure that aisles and stairways are kept clear. We will have professional photographers and videographers recording the ceremony.
  *   Clear Bag Policy and Prohibited Items at the Convocation Center:

o   A clear bag policy has been adopted, please read, and click on the following for more detailed information:  Clear Bag Policy<https://gocamels.com/sports/2022/12/6/clear-bag-policy.aspx>

  *   Prohibited Items:

  *   Weapons
  *   Balloons
  *   Glass Vases
  *   Outside food or drink (unless purchased on campus or deemed medically necessary)
  *   Sound or voice amplification devices
  *   Strollers are not allowed beyond the second-floor entry doors
  *   Large posters

Handicap Parking:

  *   The day of the ceremony, Campus Safety and Sheriff Department personnel will direct anyone with mobility issues to the designated drop off and handicap parking. If you have a handicap placard, please have that displayed and visible. Transportation golf carts will be available should a person with mobility issue need assistance getting from a parking lot to the building. Handicap parking will be available in the Student Union lot (located in front of the Convocation Center) and behind the Convocation Center.
  *   Wheelchair accessibility and handicap seating are located along the top concourse inside the Convocation Center

For more detailed information, please visit Graduation – Pharmacy & Health Sciences | Campbell University<https://cphs.campbell.edu/student-experience/graduation/>

Thank you,
Kristen Stiltner, MBA<mailto:stiltnerk at campbell.edu> | Campbell University
Program Manager & Analyst | Physician Assistant Program & Analyst

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