While this ceremony will fire up all attendees with enthusiasm and enkindle joy in their hearts, it must not be forgotten that the Commencement is a dignified event that should inspire respect and ethical behaviors.

Instructions for Graduates

• The graduates’ expected arrival time at the Hadat–Baabda campus is between 3:30 and 4:00 PM.
• Caps and gowns should be worn with pride at the time of arrival.
• Female graduates are requested to wear a dress/skirt that matches the gown’s color (preferably black or white) and must avoid maxi dresses and miniskirts. It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes (sandals, flip flops, western boots, and athletic shoes must be avoided).
• Male graduates are requested to wear black slack pants with a white buttoned shirt, a tie under the gown, and dark shoes and socks.
• Professional photographers will be available to take pictures of each candidate before and during the ceremony.
• Candidates should join the groups they belong to at the specified location by 6:45 PM.
• Candidates must assemble according to their assigned numbers and await instructions from the person in charge.
• The procession will start at 7:15 PM sharp. Graduates should remain lined up in a single file and respect the social distancing measures at all times.
• Graduates are expected to memorize the number that was allocated to them, as all seats will be numbered for better organization.
• Candidates are required to remain standing once they reach their seats until they are told to sit.
• The ceremony will begin at 7:30 PM sharp.
• All mobile phones should be turned off.
• At the time of conferring degrees, the person calling out the names will make an introductory statement, after which the first row of candidates shall move in the right direction as per instructions. The remaining rows shall stay seated and await their turns. They will be guided when it is time for them to stand up and move into position.
• Students will first form an orderly queue and then move to a designated stopping point. Once their names are called, they should walk towards the podium to receive their diploma covers. Attendees should avoid shaking hands and make sure to have their photos taken. They are then expected to return to their seats and keep seated.
• The tassel must be on the right side before the degrees are conferred and should be shifted to the left side afterward.
• Once the diplomas are distributed, graduates will be given the sign to remove their caps, after which the ceremony ends.

Instructions for Invitees

• Graduates may invite up to 4 guests.
• Seating will be on a “first come, first served” basis due to the limited number of seats.
• We respectfully ask that no children, under 10 years, attend the ceremony.
• Parking spaces are allocated for invitees (one spot for each family).
• Invitees can start arriving at the ceremony site from 5:30 PM onwards.
• Invitees are allowed to take photos from their seats only.
• Smoking is prohibited.