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Want to Win an iPad? 

March in the 2012 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 5!

All graduating LCCC and UP students who march in the 2012 Commencement Ceremony will be entered into a drawing to win one of three iPads to be given away at Commencement!

Students who have completed an associate degree, one-year technical certificate or University Partnership degree during Summer 2011, Fall 2011, Spring 2012, or Summer 2012 are all eligible to participate in this year’s Commencement!

Graduation Petition Filing Deadlines 
Prior to graduation, you must file a petition to graduate in Enrollment Services, at the Counseling desk, located in the Bass Library.

Before you file your petition, a $25 graduation fee must be paid at the Financial Services counter for each degree petitioned for.

Spring 2012 Filing deadline March 2, 2012
Summer 2012 Filing deadline July 13, 2012
Fall 2012 Filing Deadline October 12, 2012
Cap and Gown Orders (Students)

Order Deadline: March 30, 2012

Academic Regalia Orders (Faculty and Staff)

Order Deadline: February 29, 2012

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Join us to celebrate your hard work and wonderful accomplishments at this year’s Commencement Ceremony, and you may be one of three lucky students going home with your very own iPad.  Commencement will be held on Saturday May 5, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. in the Ewing Activities Center

We are expecting more than 3,000 people and would love for you and your loved ones to be part of this momentous occasion.  Follow the steps below to ensure you are able to participate in this wonderful event.

Commencement Details and Instructions

Fun Facts - Commencement 2012:

  • This is Lorain County Community College’s 48th Commencement!
  • We are anticipating 600+ students participating, which means we will have an overall attendance of 3,500.  Last year 550 students marched-our largest marching class to date!
  • DVD Sales of the Ceremony will be available for purchase at the reception (pre-order and DVDs will be mailed that following week), or through the bookstore in the weeks following the ceremony.
  • Professional photos will be taken of every student receiving their diploma.   The photographer will contact students in the week following the ceremony with information on how they can purchase their photos.  Proofs will be available for viewing online through a secure site.
  • Watch the bookstore for special “Class of 2012” merchandise to appear as we get closer to the date!  This merchandise will also be available for sale at the reception after the ceremony on May 5th. 
  • iPads will be given away to three lucky students towards the end of the ceremony-you must be present to win!
  • Fun things to do after the ceremony include grabbing a hot dog at the Student Life picnic in the Courtyard, and then grabbing some cake and punch at the reception in the College Center Commons!

Still Have Questions?

  • LCCC Students with general questions should call Ms. Sherry Amick of Enrollment Services at 440-366-7627.
  • LCCC Students with questions regarding their cap and gown should contact the LCCC Bookstore at 440-366-4055.
  • LCCC Students with questions regarding diploma distribution should contact the Records Office at 440-366-4067.
  • University Partnership Students with general questions regarding participating in Commencement should contact 800-995-5222 extension 4949.

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