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The following information is representative of the 2009 Commencement.
The 2009 Cuyahoga Community College Commencement took place on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wolstein Center of Cleveland State University, located at 2000 Prospect Avenue in Cleveland.
Location:
The Wolstein Center occupies the entire block bounded by Carnegie Avenue to the south, Prospect Avenue to the north, East 18th Street to the west and East 21st Street to the east. Follow the direction options below:
- I-71 South and I-90 West - Exit at Prospect Avenue, turn right and proceed west for two blocks
- I-90 East, I-71 and I-77 North - Exit at East 22nd Street, turn left at the end of the ramp and proceed north for two blocks
Parking:
Public Parking is available, for guests at their own expense, in lots around or near the Wolstein Center. One complimentary parking pass will be given to each graduation candidate for designated areas only.
Seating:
No tickets are required. General seating is available for guests of the graduates by entering through any gate at the complex. The Wolstein Center also has wheelchair seating sections available.
Televised Commencement:
The Commencement Ceremony will be broadcast live on Thursday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. on Time Warner Cable digital channel 195 in the City of Cleveland; Cox Cable digital channel 216; and Brunswick Area Television on channel 24. The ceremony will be rebroadcast on Thursday, May 28 and Thursday, June 4 at 7 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Is there a limit to the number of guests who can attend?
No, but arrive early since all seating is general admission. There is no assigned seating. No tickets are required.
- Can I approach the stage to take photographs?
No. The college has made arrangements with a professional photographer to capture the exact moment each candidate crosses the stage. For security purposes, family members are not permitted on the main floor where graduates are seated. For individuals taking photographs from the general arena area, please be courteous to others.
- How will I know which side of the arena floor my student will march down?
There is no way to identify which side your student will march down. When the procession begins, the two lines split behind the stage and come together again at the rear of the arena floor. In terms of planned seat assignments for candidates, refer to the assembly diagram which indicates how seating is separated by degree.
- How long will Commencement last?
Approximately two hours
- Does my graduate have to stay for the entire ceremony?
YES. The College has made every attempt to consolidate the length of the ceremony by shortening the speeches and providing a constant flow of candidates as they walk across the stage. It is important all candidates be given the opportunity for their special moment in the spotlight. Therefore, as a courtesy to candidates and their guests, we ask that you remain until the conclusion of the program.
- If you are a student and need more information about Commencement, please click on the link:
Tri-C Student Commencement Guidebook.