What should I wear
under my gown?
The temperature in Rome during July is very hot; therefore
you should wear light, comfortable semi-formal attire.
How do I order my
cap and gown?
You must order your cap and gown by visiting or contacting your
Academic Dean's office no later than Friday, May 8,
2009.
When can I pick up
my cap and gown?
The Academic Dean's offices will distribute caps and gowns
from Wednesday, July 8 through Friday, July 10, 2009. If you
are unable to pick up your academic attire during these times, you
must make the proper arrangements with your Dean.
Do I need tickets
for my guests to attend the Commencement ceremony?
Yes. Each graduate will receive a maximum of five
(5) admit one tickets. These tickets will be made available at
the time of cap and gown distribution from July 8 through July
10.
Please note: due to security
reasons, the names of all participants and guests must be provided
to the appropriate Academic Dean's offices in advance and no later than Tuesday, June 30, 2009. Those
who are not listed on the attendance list WILL NOT be permitted to
enter the Scuola Ufficiali Carabinieri site on Commencement day. In
addition, all guests must present a valid form of identification
and hold a general entrance ticket for the ceremony.
Where and when is
the Baccalaureate Mass?
The Mass will be held in the Biblioteca,
Library, of the Scuola Ufficiali Carabinieri at 4:30 p.m. It is
open to all graduate candidates and their guests. All are welcome
to attend.
What time should I
arrive to the Scuola Ufficiali Carabinieri on
Commencement day?
The doors will open at 3:30 p.m. for those who will be
attending the Mass.
All graduates will need to assemble in the Sala Caruso,
in their cap and gown, no later than 5:15 p.m. The Procession will
begin promptly at 5:45 p.m. and it is imperative that all graduates
check in at 5:15 p.m. to ensure their name is read at the
Commencement ceremony.
What time should my
guests arrive?
Guests who will not attend the Mass will be admitted to the
Auditorium at 5 p.m., one hour before the ceremony.
What do I do at the
ceremony?
Graduates will be briefed in the graduate and faculty assembly
area, Sala Caruso, and lined up alphabetical
order according to their college/school. At the start of the
Procession, the Academic Deans will lead you into the
Aula Magna and direct you to your row.
What about photos?
Can our guests take pictures?
Guests can take pictures during the ceremony but will not be
permitted to take pictures near the stage or in the
Procession/Recession route. There will be a professional
photographer who will take a picture of each graduate on stage as
their name is read. Photos will be made available online for
students after the ceremony.
When and where is
the cocktail reception?
The cocktail reception will be held immediately following
the ceremony in the Giardini degli Aranci. In case of rain, the
reception will be held inside in the Sala Mensa. All graduates and
their guests are invited to attend.
When will I receive my
diploma?
Actual diplomas will be distributed by the Academic Dean's offices
after July 20, 2009. To find out if you are eligible to
receive your diploma, please contact your
Dean's office.
Can diplomas be mailed to me or picked up
by an authorized person?
Yes. You must notify your Academic Dean in writing with an
updated mailing address. An authorized person may pick up diplomas
after you have filed a Third Party Authorization Form.