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Doctoral Hooding Ceremony
December 13, 2024 – 1:00 PM
Student Center Theater
Center for Leadership & Organizations
College of Education
College of Health Professions
College of Christian Studies
*For PhD, DMin, DNP, and DPT students
Day of Itinerary
Students
Parents & Guests
Itinerary
December 13, 2024
12:15 PM – Students will meet in the Student Center Banquet Hall – 2nd Floor
1:00 PM – Hooding Ceremony
Required Dress: Hooding participants must be dressed appropriately in attire suitable for formal church services or professional engagements. No jeans, shorts, or casual footwear (e.g., flip-flops, athletic shoes, etc.) are permitted. Avoid high heels and slick-soled shoes to limit the chance of slips or falls.
Ceremony FAQs
Guests can arrive as early as 11:45 AM.
The ceremony lasts around 1 hour.
Yes, shuttle service will be available for those who need it.
The restrooms are located in the lobby outside the theater.
The University is contracted with Pro Pics to provide photography for graduation, no photographers outside of the University will be allowed on the premises. After the event, you are more than welcome to use the campus for a photo shoot. To order photos: www.AUphotos.com
Limit of 7 guests for the Hooding ceremony.
Yes, AU Outfitters will be open from 9:00am to 6:00pm. You can also shop online here.