Commencement 2021
Date: Thursday, May 13, 2021
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Students:
Congratulations to our graduates from August 2020, December 2020, and May 2021. The college is proud of your accomplishment, and we want to inform you about the May 13, 2021 Virtual Commencement Ceremony.
You should have received an email to your MYWCC EMAIL with the subject title: Commencement Ceremony Sign Up and Cap and Gown Order from getinvolved@sunywcc.edu
You also should have received an email to your personal email on file with the college with the below information.
Please check your SPAM/JUNK folder. If you did not receive the email, please follow the steps below:
- Visit the website https://sunywcc.marchingorder.com/#/
- Select the New User box and click the register button
- https://sunywcc.marchingorder.com/#/ will then send you a UNIQUE PASSWORD
- Log in and complete the SIGN-UP process
- You may return to the site at any time by going to https://sunywcc.marchingorder.com/#/
All users MUST use their MYWCC email to sign up for their cap and gown. Personal emails will NOT be accepted. If you attempt steps 1 through 4 and are unsuccessful, please email us at getinvolved@sunywcc.edu for assistance.
Please remember you MUST sign up for the ceremony and order your cap and gown by April 20th.* If you do not sign up and place an order for a cap and gown by the deadline, you will not receive a cap and gown for Commencement.
*Those who have completed this process before April 1st will be guaranteed to receive their cap and gown prior to Commencement. If you complete this process after April 1, we will make our best effort to get you your cap and gown in advance of the ceremony, but it is not guaranteed due to processing and shipping timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q How will the Commencement take place?
A. The Commencement will take place virtually. Graduates, family and the WCC community will be able to see the commencement live on Zoom. Do not come to campus or the County Center. The ceremony will be held virtually, entirely online, via Zoom.
Q How can I sign up for commencement?
A. Students can sign up for commencement by visiting the Marching Order website: https://sunywcc.marchingorder.com/#/
Q What time does the Commencement start?
A
- 5:00 p.m. – Zoom link will be emailed and posted on the college website
- 5:30 p.m. – Pre-Show begins
- 6:00 p.m. – Commencement begins
Q How long with the Commencement last?
A The Commencement is expected to last approximately 60-90 minutes not including the congratulatory comments.
Q Will student names be read at the Commencement?
A The College will honor students who graduated in August 2020, December 2020, and Spring 2021. A total of over 1,000 students completed their studies during this time. Many students elected to participate in the May 13th ceremony. Their names, majors and concentrations will be announced in alphabetical order.
Q Will I see students?
A While the Commencement honors student achievement, you will not be able to see the graduates.
Q Will I be seen?
A The Commencement has been pre-recorded and only select speakers will be seen. You will be able to participate in live text chat, but your audio and video will not be transmitted.
Q Will there be a Commencement program?
A A commencement program is being produced and will be shared on the Commencement website page.
Q How can I contribute to the Commencement?
A Faculty, staff and administrators are encouraged to participate in the ceremony by recording and submitting a brief congratulatory video by Friday, April 9th. These video clips will be shared publicly. The videos will then reside on the Commencement webpage and the college’s YouTube channel for future viewing.
Tips on Creating Your Video
- You can record the video on your phone in “selfie mode” or with a webcam.
- If you are using a laptop camera, for best results, make sure your laptop camera is at eye level or slightly above, and that your face is well lit. If you are in front of a window, close the blinds or curtains. Small earbuds or headphones with a microphone will provide the best audio quality.
- Keep your video under 1 minute in total.
- We are celebrating our students. Wear your commencement regalia or business attire!
How to Submit Your Video
Faculty
- Upload your video to: https://forms.gle/aRL8xt1A9THj5ud76
- Please submit your video no later than Friday, April 9th.
Graduate
- Upload your video to: https://forms.gle/wLUPivq3yv7otFFy6
- Please submit your video no later than Friday, April 9th.
Q How can I participate during the Commencement?
A Faculty, staff and administrators are encouraged to participate using the text chat function in Zoom and through social media using #WCCGrad.
You can also tag WCC on:
Facebook @sunywcc
Instagram @sunywcc1
Twitter @sunywcc1
Q Were students sent caps and gowns?
A Caps and gowns for all students that elected to participate in the Commencement were ordered and sent directly to each student’s home.
Q Was your question was not answered?
A Email getinvolved@sunywcc.edu.