Main Ceremony
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Departmental/School Ceremonies
Welcome from President R. Barbara Gitenstein
Departmental/School Ceremonies
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Career and Community Studies Ceremony
Education Building, Room 212
Communication Studies Ceremony
Kendall Hall Main Stage Theater
Criminology Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 225
Engineering Ceremony
Recreation Center
Music Ceremony
Mildred and Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall
Physics Ceremony
Decker Hall Social Space
Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Ceremony
Library Auditorium
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African-American Studies Ceremony
Library Auditorium
Counselor Education Ceremony
Mildred and Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall
Elementary and Early Childhood Education Ceremony
Recreation Center
History Ceremony
Kendall Hall Main Stage Theater
Interactive Multimedia Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 225
Journalism and Professional Writing Ceremony
Decker Hall Social Space
Mathematics and Statistics Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 100
Self-Designed Major Ceremony
Education Building, Room 212
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Main Ceremony
Lions Stadium
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President's Reception
Green Lawn and Quimby’s Prairie
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Business, School of Ceremony
Recreation Center
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Art and Art History Ceremony
Mildred and Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall
Biology Ceremony
Kendall Hall Main Stage Theater
Educational Administration and Secondary Education Ceremony
Education Building, Room 212
Public Health Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 225
Regional Training Center Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 100
World Languages and Culture Ceremony
Library Auditorium
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Chemistry Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 225
Health and Exercise Science Ceremony
Mildred and Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall
Philosophy Ceremony
Library Auditorium
Political Science and International Studies Ceremony
Brower Student Center, Room 100
Psychology Ceremony
Recreation Center
Special Education, Language, and Literacy Ceremony
Kendall Hall Main Stage Theater
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Computer Science
Brower Student Center, Room 225
English Ceremony
Recreation Center
Nursing Ceremony
Kendall Hall Main Stage Theater
Sociology and Anthropology Ceremony
Mildred and Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall
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ROTC Ceremony
Education Building, Room 212
You may have some questions.
What’s the difference between the main ceremony and the departmental/school ceremonies?
All graduates—undergraduate and graduate—are welcome to participate in the main ceremony in Lions Stadium beginning at 3 p.m. The main ceremony consists of the official conferral of degrees and lasts approximately one hour. The main ceremony will take place rain or shine. Departmental/school ceremonies provide an intimate gathering where individual academic departments celebrate each student’s personal success, including the announcement of individual names.
What if it rains?
The main ceremony is an outdoor ceremony and will take place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately. In the event of severe weather, i.e. lightning, the Severe Weather Scenario will be implemented.
Will there be indoor viewing locations?
Yes, guests may view a live simulcast of the main ceremony in various indoor locations on campus.
Where do I park?
Campus Police will direct guests to designated parking areas. Mobility-impaired guests may be dropped off at either the Trenton Hall Circle or the Green Lane entry to Lot #13 (Decker Garage). Golf carts are available to transport these guests to desired campus locations.
Do guests need tickets to attend?
Tickets are not required for any commencement activities, unless you are reserving space in the accessible seating area at the main ceremony or if the college proceeds with the Severe Weather Scenario and the main ceremony is moved indoors.
How many people can attend the main ceremony and/or departmental/school ceremonies?
The number of guests is not limited for all ceremonies, though the college plans for five guests per graduate at departmental and school ceremony locations. In the event of severe weather, two tickets per graduate will be issued for the main ceremony. See the Severe Weather Scenario.
Am I allowed to take photos/videos? Does the college offer photos for purchase?
Yes, guests are permitted to take photos/videos during the main ceremony. The college asks that guests be respectful of others and not obstruct their view of the event. Please check with your graduate’s department regarding departmental/school ceremony procedures. Photos/videos are not available for purchase through the college.
What should I wear?
The main ceremony is an outdoor event. Guests are advised to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Is food available on campus?
Yes, on Thursday and Friday, complimentary food and drinks will be offered throughout the day at TCNJ Commencement Reception on Quimby’s Prairie.
Where do graduates sit at the main ceremony?
Graduates will be seated by school on the ground level of the stadium. View / Download the main ceremony stadium diagram.
Information for Graduates
