Attendance is mandatory for your respective campus event. You are welcome to attend other campus events, but they are not mandatory.
Staff & Faculty
Staff & Faculty Graduation FAQ
Everything Anderson College staff and faculty need for a smooth convocation day — obligations, scheduling, and venue logistics.
Class of 2026
Attendance & Obligations
Please plan to arrive 2 hours before the scheduled event for the Anderson staff photo, training, confirmation of each person’s role and responsibilities for the event, preparation, and faculty gowning. For example, if the doors open to students at 10 a.m., staff are required to arrive by 8 a.m.
Please wear black, white, or black and white attire.
Yes, the school will be closed for the entire day. Please plan ahead and assign your students projects or tasks to complete on the day of convocation.
If we require your assistance with cleanup, we will inform you in advance.
Please reach out to your Campus Director or your Grad Committee, and they will be able to arrange it for you.
Tickets & Guests
No, Anderson staff will not need to pay to attend the ceremony.
Yes — we will be happy to provide free tickets for Anderson staff family members. Please email Jess at jess@andersoncollege.com, indicate how many tickets you need, and we will send them to you.
You are welcome to invite your family, friends, and business associates. Simply email Jess at jess@andersoncollege.com with the number of tickets you will need for your guests. Note: you do not need to pay for these tickets.
Pay & Scheduling
Yes, you will be paid for your mandatory attendance at the graduation ceremony for students graduating from your campus. You may also be assigned tasks to support the convocation; if so, you will be informed in advance of your duties and responsibilities.
Yes, you will be paid for your mandatory attendance at the graduation ceremony for students graduating from your campus.
Yes, you will be paid for your mandatory attendance at the graduation ceremony for students graduating from your campus.
No, you do not need to teach the class as the school will be closed for the entire day. Please plan ahead and assign your students tasks or projects to complete on that day.
Yes, you will be paid for the hours you actually attend.
At the Venue
Parking is available at all venues. We recommend checking the venue’s website for specific parking details and options.
Yes, you can keep your personal belongings in the staff lounge.
Food will be provided throughout the day.
Food will be provided throughout the day.
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