2009 Xavier University Faculty/Staff Commencement R.S.V.P.

Xavier will be holding commencement ceremonies on May 16, 2009 in the Cintas Center. The undergraduate ceremony is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. The second ceremony, beginning at 2:00 p.m., will be for masters and doctoral degree recipients.

In order to plan for these events, it is very important that we know how many faculty and staff will be in attendance. Whether you plan to attend either or both ceremonies, or neither, please complete the response form at the bottom as soon as possible, but not later than Friday, April 30.

Commencement provides the opportunity for the Xavier community to gather and celebrate the academic successes of our graduates. You are strongly encouraged to attend both events. For those who choose to do so, lunch will be provided between the ceremonies in the banquet hall.

DIRECTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY - UNDERGRADUATE CEREMONY

Faculty and staff who plan to robe and be in the procession will assemble in the banquet hall in the Cintas Center. Please use the entrance to the east side of the building (Cohen Center side). When you enter the building, go down the stairs on the right to the main banquet hall. Be there to robe by 8:00 a.m. Breakfast food and drinks will be available.

DIRECTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY - GRADUATE CEREMONY

Faculty and staff who plan to robe and be in the procession will assemble in the banquet hall in the Cintas Center. Please use the entrance on the east side of the building. When you enter the building, go down the stairs on the right to the main banquet hall. Please be there by 1:15 p.m. Cold drinks will be provided.

INSTRUCTIONS

After the closing remarks, we ask that faculty and staff who are marching in the recessional form a walkway in the center aisle for the students to process through. You are responsible for bringing your own academic apparel. We ask that you not leave valuables in the robing room.

If you have any questions, feel free to phone Pat Woeste at x-3096. Thank you for your cooperation.