Mark the Date
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2020
- Morning: 9 a.m. - School of Business and Economics/Education, Health and Human Services
- Afternoon: 2 p.m. - Arts and Sciences
- Location: Gymnasium, SUNY Plattsburgh Field House
On Saturday, May 16, 2020, nearly 1,000 SUNY Plattsburgh students will begin a new
phase of their lives as they receive their degrees during the 2020 Spring Commencement
ceremonies.
The first ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. and will be held for students majoring in
programs within the School of Education, Health and Human Services and the School
of Business and Economics. The second ceremony will commence at 2 p.m. for students
in the School of Arts and Science.
This celebration of achievement would not be as poignant without the careful attention
to the numerous details involved in planning this momentous occasion. The procedures
on protocol covered here have proven to be highly effective in preserving the dignity
of the proceedings over the years. They also establish proper decorum guaranteeing
a memorable event for graduating students and spectators alike.
We encourage you to read this information carefully.
Schedule of Events
Prior to Commencement
Cardinal Spring Graduation Expo
Date: March 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: College Store
SUNY Plattsburgh will host the Cardinal Graduation Expo in The College Store. If you're planning to graduate in May 2019, this is a great opportunity to purchase
caps and gowns, diploma covers, commencement announcements, class rings, diploma frames
and other gift items relating to Commencement.
Honors Center Medallion Ceremony
Date: TBD
Location: E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall
Graduating students in the Honors Center will receive medallions during this ceremony,
which is open to family, friends and relatives. Refreshments will be available after
the ceremony.
Any questions, please contact the Honors Center by phone at 518-564-3075.
Education, Health, and Human Services Awards and Honors Ceremony
Date: TBD
Location: E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall
Students from departments and programs in the school of EHHS will receive special
awards and scholarships for their achievements during the past academic year. Students
who have been named to the Dean's List during the previous two semesters will also
be recognized. Any questions, please contact Robin Prenoveau or Jacqueline Lowther
at 518-564-3066.
Commencement Reception
Date: TBD
Location: Flynt Commons, Angell College Center
The Commencement Reception for the Class of 2019 is an opportunity for you to gather
with your fellow classmates, family members, faculty and staff for a final goodbye.
Family and friends of the graduating students are invited to attend the reception,
which is free of charge. Reservations are not required, and dress is casual. SUNY
Plattsburgh's newest alumni will receive a gift from the Office of Alumni Relations.
This event is sponsored by the Plattsburgh Alumni Association, Plattsburgh College
Foundation and College Auxiliary Services. Any questions, please contact the Alumni
Office at 518-564-2090.
School of Business and Economics Graduation Reception
Date: TBD
Location: Charles and Nancy Warren Ballrooms, Angell College Center
Graduates in the School of Business and Economics receiving departmental awards are
honored at the reception. Friends and family members are invited to attend. Any questions,
please contact the School at 518-564-3185.
Annual Arts and Science Academic Achievement Awards Ceremony
Date: TBD
Location: E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall
Students from departments and programs in the School of Arts and Sciences will receive
special awards and scholarships for their achievements during the past academic year.
Students who have been named to the Dean's List during the previous two semesters
will also be recognized. Friends and family members are invited to attend.
Pinning Ceremony for Nursing Students
Date: TBD
Location: E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall
Please join the faculty of the Nursing Department at SUNY Plattsburgh in recognizing
the nursing students who will graduate in the Class of 2018. Any questions, please
contact Theresa Wenig at 518-564-3124.
Commencement Ceremonies Depend
On Academic Major (Spring)
In the spring, the college holds two commencement ceremonies, with participants divided
based on their academic major.
Students planning to walk on stage to receive their diploma must register for the correct ceremony.
Morning Ceremony
The first ceremony at 9 a.m. is held for students majoring in programs within the
Division of Education, Health and Human Services and the School of Business and Economics.
Students in the following degree programs should participate in the morning ceremony.
School of Business and Economics
Bachelor Degree Programs
- Accounting - BS
- Business - BS
- Business Administration - BS
- Economics - BA/BS
- Entrepreneurship - BS
- Finance - BS
- Global Supply Chain Management - BS
- Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management - BS
- International Business - BS
- Management - BS
- Marketing - BS
Education, Health and Human Services
Bachelor Degree Programs
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) - BS
- Communication Disorders and Sciences - BA/BS
- Fitness and Wellness Leadership - BS
- Human Development and Family Relations - BS
- Nursing - BS
- Nutrition - BS
- Social Work - BS
- Special/Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) - BS
Combined Bachelor's/Master's Programs (BA/MST)
- Chemistry/Adolescence Education
- English/Adolescence Education
- French/Adolescence Education
- Geology/Adolescence Education
- History/Adolescence Education
- Mathematics/Adolescence Education
- Physics/Adolescence Education
- Spanish/Adolescence Education
Master of Arts Programs
- Liberal Studies - Leadership
- Speech-Language Pathology
Master of Science Programs
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- College and Agency Counseling
- Leadership
- Mental Health Counseling
- Student Affairs Counseling
Master of Science in Education Programs
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Literacy (Birth-Grade 6)
- Literacy (Grades 5-12)
- School Counselor
- Special Education (Birth -Grade 2)
- Special Education (Grade 1-6)
- Special Education (Grades 7-12)
- Teaching & Learning
Master of Science for Teachers Programs
- Adolescence Education (Grades 7-12)
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Certificate of Advanced Study Programs
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Educational Leadership
- School Counselor
Certificate of Advanced Study/Master of Science in Education
Certificate Program
- Communication Disorders & Sciences - CERT
Graduate Certificate
Afternoon Ceremony
The afternoon ceremony will commence at 2 p.m. for students in the Division of Arts
and Science. Students in the following degree programs should participate in the afternoon
ceremony.
Arts and Science
Bachelor Degree Programs
- Anthropology - BA
- Art - BA
- Art Studio - BFA
- Audio-Radio/Digital Media Production - BA/BS
- Biochemistry - BS
- Biology - BA/BS
- Canadian Studies - BA
- Chemistry - BA/BS
- Communication Studies - BA/BS
- Computer Science - BA
- Criminal Justice - BA
- Cytotechnology - BS
- Ecology - BS
- English - BA/BS
- Environmental Science - BA/BS
- Environmental Studies - BS
- Expeditionary Studies - BS
- French - BA/BS
- Geography - BA
- Geology - BA/BS
- History - BA/BS
- Individualized Studies - BA/BS
- Information Technology - BS
- Journalism: Magazine -BA/BS
- Journalism Multimedia - BA/BS
- Journalism: Newspaper - BA/BS
- Latin American Studies - BA
- Mathematics - BA/BS
- Medical Technology - BS
- Music - BA
- Philosophy - BA/BS
- Physics - BA/BS
- Political Science - BA/BS
- Psychology - BA/BS
- Public Relations - BA/BS
- Public Relations/Advertising - BA/BS
- Public Relations/Organizational Communication - BA/BS
- Sociology - BA
- Spanish- BA/BS
- Theatre - BA
- TV-Video Production/Broadcast Journalism - BA/BS
- Women's Studies - BA
Master of Arts Programs
Master of Arts/Certificate of Advanced Study
Master of Science Programs