George Mason University School of Law Graduation Information
Congratulations Class of 2008!
Page Contents:
Graduation Ceremony | Graduation Reception | Caps & Gowns, Announcements, Class Rings, etc.
Contact Information
Graduation Ceremony
Graduation is on Saturday May 17, 2008
| 10:00 a.m. | University Commencement | Patriot Center, Fairfax Campus |
| The University Commencement is officiated by the University President and recognizes all 2008 graduates of George Mason University. Law graduates are welcome to attend. Tickets are required; each graduate is allotted four (4) tickets. | ||
More information about the University Commencement
| 2:00 p.m. | SCHOOL OF LAW CONVOCATION | Concert Hall, Fairfax Campus |
| doors open at 1:15 p.m. | ||
| The School of Law Convocation is a special convocation ceremony for law graduates only. This ceremony is not to be confused with the University Commencement, which recognizes all George Mason graduates. Graduates may attend both. No tickets are required for the School of Law Convocation ; however, each graduate is allowed six (6) guests. The ceremony will be followed by a reception with light refreshments. | ||
Graduates and Guests should park in the Visitors Parking Garage next to the Concert Hall.
Fairfax Campus Map & Directions
Accommodations Near the Fairfax Campus
Accommodations Near the Arlington Campus
Information for Graduates:
| 12:05 PM | Park in the Parking Garage next to the Concert Hall . Law Graduates arrive at Concert Hall. Robe in theatre area, backstage. Tassels worn on right for ceremony, left for conferral of degree. Graduates may keep tassel. Do not bring personal items, purses, or valuables with you into the theatre area. There will be no security to protect them from theft! |
| 12:30 PM | Panoramic class photograph taken outside the Concert hall weather permitting. The photo will be taken at 12:30 . If inclement weather, class photo will be done in Concert Hall. Don’t be late! |
| 1:00 PM | Graduates form alphabetically, backstage in processional line. Promptness is essential! |
Graduates should advise the SBA if they will be having guests needing special assistance or with children under 2 years old NO LATER THAN April 28. Call 703-993-8160 or e-mail lawgrad@gmu.edu.
Graduation Reception
The Student Bar Association invites graduates, their families, and guests to the
Annual Graduation Reception
Friday May 16, 2008
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
The Levy Atrium, Hazel Hall
George Mason University , Arlington Campus
Arlington Campus Map & Directions
Each year, the Student Bar Association hosts a special reception for graduates the evening before graduation. The reception gives graduates a chance to relax and socialize with their fellow graduates, family members, guests, and faculty/staff/administrators from the School of Law . The reception will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Graduating students should RSVP and advise the SBA how many guests will be attending no later than May 7 by e-mailing lawgrad@gmu.edu.
Parking information will be announced as it becomes available.
Caps & Gowns, Announcements, Class Rings, etc.
Caps & Gowns
Caps and gowns should have been ordered at the Graduation Fair on February 4 or 5. If you were unable to attend the Graduation Fair, you should order your cap and gown from the Arlington Campus Bookstore NO LATER THAN March 28, or you will incur a late fee.
Caps and gowns will be distributed on May 14, 15, and 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Arlington Campus Bookstore.
Announcements, Class Rings, & Accessories
Click Here for more information about announcements, class rings, and accessories
Contact Information
All inquiries about the 2008 Graduation should be directed to the Student Bar Association Graduation Committee by calling 703-993-8160 or e-mailing lawgrad@gmu.edu.
Office Location:
Hazel Hall Room 334
George Mason University Arlington Campus
Mailing Address:
SBA Graduation Committee
3301 Fairfax Drive , MSN 1G3
Arlington , Virginia 22201