Spring 2024 Graduation
Baccalaureate Celebration
Prescott College is pleased to invite all graduates from the May 2024 class to an in-person commencement ceremony. This ceremony will be held on May 10, 2024 at 1:30 PM MST.
Virtual Commencement Ceremony
Prescott College is pleased to invite all graduates from the May 2024 classes to a virtual commencement ceremony. This ceremony will be held on May 11, 2024 at 8:00 AM MST. Graduates will receive information in their email from Stageclip regarding the virtual graduation ceremony and their participation.
In-person Commencement Ceremony
Masters and PhD Students
Prescott College is pleased to invite all Masters and PhD graduates from the May 2024 class to an in-person commencement ceremony. This ceremony will be held on May 11, 2024
at 10:00 AM MST.
All graduates are invited with their guests to attend a celebration immediately following the ceremony. Refreshments will be served.
Location: The Quad outside of Manzanita
Graduates that plan to attend in person will need to plan to be at the Prescott College Library at 9:00 AM MST. Students who choose to attend this ceremony will be given time to address their friends and family. We encourage students to spend time thinking about what they would like to say before they arrive. We will have light breakfast fare during check-in.
Doors will open to friends and family at
9:30 AM MST.
Undergraduate Students
Prescott College is pleased to invite all Undergraduate grads from the May 2024 class to an in-person commencement ceremony. This ceremony will be held on May 11, 2024 at 1:30 PM MST.
All graduates are invited with their guests to attend a celebration immediately after the ceremony. Refreshments will be served.
Location: The Quad outside of Manzanita
Graduates that plan to attend in person will need to plan to be at the Prescott College Library at 12:30 PM. Students who choose to attend this ceremony will be given time to address their friends and family. We encourage students to spend time thinking about what they would like to say before they arrive.
Doors will open to friends and family at
1:00 PM MST.
Regalia
Academic Regalia- For Undergraduates and Masters
Academic Regalia- For PhDs
Regalia is not required but it is encouraged for Masters and PhD students. Masters and PhD students will be hooded during the in-person ceremony by faculty members.
Program Hood Color
Environmental Studies - Gold
Resilient and Sustainable Communities - Gold
Interdisciplinary Studies - White
Outdoor Education Leadership - Light Blue
Social Justice and Community Organizing - Citron
Counseling - Gold
Sustainable Food Systems - Gold
Social Environmental Arts - Brown
Sustainability Education - Dark Blue
Education - Light Blue
Critical Psychology - Gold
Sustainability Leadership - Drab
Parking and Lodging
There is parking at and around the college. Please arrive early if you or your guest require special parking needs.
May 10-11
- Students and Guests with mobility concerns use parking Lots 1 & 2
- 10 AM ceremony Students and Guests use parking lots 3, 4, 5, and Street parking
- 1:30 PM ceremony Students and Guests use parking lots 5, 6, and street parking
- Employees- use parking lot 8 and street parking [Shuttle]
Yavapai College and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University are also celebrating their graduation ceremonies the weekend of May 13th in addition to Mother’s Day. Please make your reservations for both restaurants and accommodations early.
COVID Protocols for Visiting Campus:
In preparation for the many events taking place during Graduation Weekend, we want to reach out and let folks know the protocols regarding COVID for our non-resident populations.
For individuals visiting campus to participate in the Graduation events and festivities, we will not be collecting proof of vaccination. We want to remind you that as always:
- Masks are optional indoors and outdoors on campus property
- We ask that you stay home, get tested, and follow guidance from medical professionals should you feel unwell and/or experience symptoms associated with COVID-19.
FAQs
How many guests can be brought to the ceremony?
We do not have a limit.
Regalia - Can the student use other companies?
Yes, you may use another company.
Regalia - May we rent instead of buy it through the suggested company?
Unfortunately these companies no longer offer rental options, but you many use another company for rental options. Regalia is not required for Prescott College Graduation.
Where is the RSVP?
Once the Registrar has approved your petition to graduate you will be sent the RSVP.
Has my RSVP been received?
Please contact judi.latham@prescott.edu to confirm if your RSVP has been received.
Are there any hotels for a reduced rate for graduation?
Unfortunately we do not have any hotels at reduced rates for graduation weekend.
Who can I contact if I still have questions?
Please contact 928.350.4501 or email judi.latham@prescott.edu to discuss specific graduation questions.