Whether you’re a graduate or an attendee, here’s what you need to know about the event on Saturday.
The Dunwoody College of Technology Spring 2017 Commencement is this Saturday. And the College could not be more excited to celebrate its graduates’ success.
Whether you’re a graduate or an attendee, here’s what to expect over the weekend:
Graduate Reception
Date: Friday, May 19
Time: 5-7:30 p.m.
Location: Dunwoody College of Technology campus
Graduates and their friends and family are invited to the Graduate Reception on Friday, May 19, to relax and celebrate their success before the Commencement Ceremony on Saturday. During the reception, graduates are encouraged to show their friends and family their work, the campus, and introduce them to their instructors. Hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Commencement Ceremony
Date: Saturday, May 20
Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Schedule of events:
| 10 a.m. | Graduates must check-in at Exhibit Hall B. Doors to the Auditorium will open for guests. |
| 10:40 a.m. | Graduates will begin lining up for processional in Exhibit Hall B. |
| 11 a.m. | Graduation processional begins. |
| About 1 p.m. | The Commencement Ceremony will come to a close. |
Parking and Driving Directions
The preferred parking ramp is the 3rd avenue Convention Center (600) ramp. For more information on parking and for driving directions, visit minneapolisconventioncenter.com.
Ticket Information:
Tickets are not required for the event, and there is no limit to the number of guests you may bring. Large groups of guests wishing to sit together are encouraged to arrive early.
Special Accommodations:
Dunwoody strives to accommodate participants or guests with special needs. Please note that wheelchair accessible seats are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wheelchairs and scooters may be rented for Commencement from The Mobility Shop. The Mobility Shop recommends reserving your equipment online at themobilityshop.com in advance to ensure its availability. All equipment is picked up and returned on-site at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
Cameras
Guests are welcome to bring cameras to Commencement, however; they may only take pictures from their seats and should not disturb those around them Only official photographers will be permitted in the graduates’ area or in the area around the stage.
Professional photos will be taken during the ceremony. Proofs can be viewed and photos ordered at gradimages.com. Grad Images will send proofs to the graduates’ personal email.
Visit dunwoody.edu for more information about Commencement. If you have any further questions, email the Registrar’s Office at registrar@dunwoody.edu.
Celebrate your success!
The Minneapolis Convention Center is centrally located and nearby many restaurants and activities to help you celebrate your great achievements. Here are a few suggestions to get you started:
Nearby restaurants:
Brit’s Pub & Eating Establishment
1110 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Butcher & the Boar
1121 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Hell’s Kitchen
80 S 9t St
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Hen House Eatery
114 South 8th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Manny’s Steakhouse
825 Marquette Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Activities:
- Head to a museum like the Minneapolis Institute of Art or the Walker Art Center
- Take a walk around the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes.
- Ride a Segway on the Magical History Tour around the Minneapolis Riverfront area.
- Explore the city on your own on a Nice Ride bike.
Visit exploreminnesota.com for more ideas on what to do in the Twin Cities area.