Commencement Ceremony
Information about Commencement
Owensboro Community & Technical College celebrates commencement each year upon the conclusion of fall and spring semesters. Fall commencement typically takes place in December with one ceremony, while Spring commencement takes place in May with two ceremonies across two days. If you’re not sure which semester or commencement ceremony you’re supposed to attend (after applying for and being approved to graduate), you should contact your academic advisor or success coach. Not sure who your advisor is? Visit this webpage for instructions on finding your advisor.
Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony
Owensboro Community & Technical College will hold its Commencement Ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, and Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the RiverPark Center, located at 101 Daviess Street in Owensboro. Practice will take place on Monday, May 6 at 3:30 p.m. at RiverPark Center.
As we have traditionally done in previous years the first evening (Tuesday) is for students earning certificates, diplomas, and associate in applied science degrees. The second evening (Wednesday) is slated for associate in arts, associate in fine arts, associate in science, and Veterinary Technology graduates. Students who cannot attend on their scheduled evening may attend the event on the alternate day.
Nursing (4 PM) and Radiography (5 PM) will hold pinning ceremonies on Tuesday, May 7 in Cannon Hall and Jody Berry Theatre. Veterinary Technology will hold a pinning ceremony on Wednesday (5 PM) in Jody Berry.
What else you need to know before you go
Day 1 -- Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the RiverPark Center (101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY) for the following graduates: students earning certificates, diplomas, and associate in applied science degrees. Please, arrive at 5:30 p.m. that evening.
Day 2 -- Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the RiverPark Center (101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY) for the following graduates: students earning associate in arts degrees, associate in fine arts degrees, associate in science degrees, and Veterinary Technology graduates. Please, arrive at 5:30 p.m. that evening.
Practice will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. at the RiverPark Center (101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY). This session is designed to give you important information concerning your commencement. Your participation is practice will be greatly appreciated.
Nursing Pinning Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. in Cannon Hall at the RiverPark Center (101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY) with the Commencement Ceremony following, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Radiography Pinning Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in Jody Berry Theatre at the RiverPark Center (101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY) with the Commencement Ceremony following, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Veterinary Technology Pinning Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in Jody Berry Theatre at the RiverPark Center (101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY) with the Commencement Ceremony following, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Blue caps and gowns are required to walk at the graduation ceremony. You can order your cap and gown online or by stopping by the OCTC Bookstore; Bookstore details TBD. Honor cords are provided free of charge to eligible degree and diploma graduates. Eligible graduates will receive their cord at check-in the night of the ceremony.
You do not have to attend the Commencement Ceremony to receive your credential(s). All graduates will receive their credential(s) in the mail approximately 10 weeks after the end of the term in which you graduate.
You do not need to bring anything specific. Please note that all graduates must leave their belongings with their family during the ceremony. OCTC and River Park Center are not responsible for lost/stolen items.
Please note that the RiverPark Center does not permit strollers in Cannon Hall, where OCTC Commencement Ceremonies take place.
There is no limit on the number of guest each graduate is allowed to bring, but we do suggest no more than 10 due to limited seating.
Guest do not need tickets to attend the ceremony. Please be advised that seating is on a first come, first service basis.
The graduate’s photo will be taken by Allen Lake. Photo order forms will be available at practice as well as the night of the ceremony.
Please ensure that your name and address in your Student Self Service is correct. The information on your Student Self Service will be used for the commencement ceremony and for mailing your credential(s).
The application for Spring 2024 semester graduation closed on February 16, 2024. Our next window will open for Summer 2024 graduation starting June 10, 2024 through June 28, 2024. Reach out to your academic advisor for more information.
Questions?
Email octc.studentrecords@kctcs.edu or octc.info@kctcs.edu.
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