Commencement 2009
Volunteers
Thank you to the many faculty and staff who have volunteered to usher on commencement day, a celebration of student accomplishment and an occasion in which every member of the Buffalo State community should take great pride.
So that the day runs smoothly and to provide an enjoyable atmosphere for our graduates and guests, MANY volunteers are needed to usher guests into the arena, assist with handicapped seating, assist with the graduate lineup and processional, assist in the Robing Room, distribute programs, take tickets, etc. Your participation as a volunteer in one or more ceremonies is critical to this success and most appreciated!
Register
Online registration is now closed. You may view the list of currently registered ushers.
Please e-mail commence@buffalostate.edu with any questions about volunteering.
Rehearsal for volunteers
A rehearsal for volunteers is scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 3:00-4:00 p.m., in the Sports Arena. Your role on commencement day is to assist graduates and their guests. You will receive specific instructions and assignments during the rehearsal.
Reporting times
Volunteer ushers and graduate lineup ushers please report for ceremonies at the following times on commencement day:
10:00 am. Bachelor's morning ceremony
Report no later than 8:30 a.m.
(doors for guests open at 9:00 a.m.)
2:00 p.m. Bachelor's afternoon ceremony
Report no later than 12:30 p.m.
(doors for guests open at 1:00 p.m.)
6:00 p.m. Master's/C.A.S. ceremony
Report no later than 4:30 p.m.
(doors open for guests at 5:00 p.m.)
Instructions for all ceremonies
Enter the Houston Gym and report to the main gymnasium. Be sure to sign in and pick up your name tag and arena map at the volunteer registration table at the top of the stairs.
A hospitality room will be available throughout the day for your convenience. Please arrive early if you wish to enjoy refreshments before your reporting time.
