Participation

Eligible graduates planning to participate in the commencement ceremony will be required to complete a Commencement Participation Form (CPF) which is to be submitted to the University along with the appropriate non-refundable fee* that covers the cost of the standard regalia (cap and gown) and the participation in the ceremony.

*This fee is separate from the Application for Degree/Diploma fee.

Note: Final instructions regarding commencement day will be provided just prior to the ceremony date to participants who submit the CPF.

Commencement Participation Petition

The Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice (FCE&SCJ) Student Commencement Participation Petition Form is for those students in FCE&SCJ whose degree is not/will not be conferred by the end of April of the same year.

Petition Form (PDF) 

Commencement Participation Requirements

Diploma

During the ceremony, graduates will be called to the stage, will be announced as candidates for graduation, and will be awarded a certificate of congratulations. Diplomas are not distributed at commencement.

Application for Degree/Diploma

Location

All commencement ceremonies are held at the Rick Case Arena at the Don Taft University Center on Nova Southeastern University’s main campus, located at 3300 S. University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL  33328-2004.

Dates/Times

Dates/times for undergraduate and graduate ceremonies.

 

Dean Kimberly Durham

Message from Dean Kimberly Durham

Please accept FCE’s congratulations on your completing your program of study.  I hope you will join us in marking this event by attending the commencement ceremony.  Contrary to popular thought, commencement does not mean the end of something; rather it means the beginning of a new chapter in your professional life. We are proud to have participated in your journey and know that over the past few years you have established a relationship with Nova Southeastern University. 

I personally want to encourage your continuing involvement with the Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice; we want you to let us know where you are working and about exciting events in your life.  Together we can work collaboratively in enhancing our respective professional commitments.