School of Education

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School of Education

Marywood's educational tradition is more than 85-years-old, but that doesn't mean we take an "old school" approach to learning. Instead, our students benefit from innovative, personalized programs that balance theory and research with practical application of that knowledge in real school settings. We offer a variety of programs and teacher certifications, both online and in person. As an undergraduate, you'll begin field experience in local schools during your first year of study, have the opportunity to learn in first-rate facilities, find supportive faculty who are dedicated to your development as a teacher, and benefit from a program whose graduates are actively recruited. On the graduate level, a range of certifications, specialized endorsements, and advanced degrees meet the educational needs of practicing teaching professionals and future leaders in education.

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Accreditations

Institutional:
Middles States Commission on Higher Education

Program-related:
Marywood University’s education unit is proud to be recognized and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The approval process establishes rigorous standards for program quality and professional educator competency and holds licensed institutions accountable for meeting these standards.

Marywood University School of Education Certification Programs are designed to meet the Pennsylvania Department of Education program competencies. Upon successful completion of one of our certification programs, students may apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Education in the area they studied.

Professional Memberships

Pennsylvania Department of Education

Teacher Education Committee

About The School of Education Department

The School of Education Mission

We believe that faculty and prospective educators should be liberally-educated professional persons who can effectively communicate with students, colleagues, and parents. They model and hold themselves responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating instruction that promotes for all students:

Mastery of a dynamic body of knowledge
Creativity
Problem-solving
Active learning
Intellectual excitement
Lifelong reflective learning
Cooperation and collaboration
Responsible work habits
Wellness
Respect for and integration of individual, group, and cultural differences
Civic responsibility for an interdependent and just world

They strive to promote learning in a developmentally appropriate, technologically rich, and affirming environment.

Conceptual Framework for Teacher Education

We believe that faculty and prospective educators should be liberally educated professional persons who can effectively communicate with students, colleagues, and parents. They model and hold themselves responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating instruction that promotes for all students: mastery of a dynamic body of knowledge, creativity, problem solving, active learning, intellectual excitement, lifelong reflective learning, cooperation and collaboration, responsible work habits, wellness, respect for and integration of individual, group and cultural differences, and civic responsibility for an interdependent and just world in a developmentally appropriate, technologically rich and affirming environment.

Meet the Faculty & Staff

School of Education Faculty

At Marywood, you will find a supportive faculty dedicated to your development as a teacher.

Facilities & Technology

McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies

Curriculum Lab Library

McGowan Center Computer Labs

McGowan Center Classrooms

Learning Commons

Learning Commons Classrooms

Learning Commons Computer Labs

Perry's Academy of Learning at the Fricchione Center

Resources

Field Experience

Field experience is a required component of Marywood's education programs. It provides teaching candidates with first-hand experience in the real world of classroom teaching.

Teaching candidates are required to participate in a field placement (urban, suburban, or rural) every semester from freshman through senior year.

Prior to the student teaching semester, candidates participate in an intensive, supervised "block" practicum. This block is three to five full-days for a minimum of one semester. Candidates are able to apply methods coursework directly to practical application in the classroom.

Candidates must accumulate at least 190 field hours before student teaching. This includes a minimum of 12 weeks of pre-student teaching.

Important Note: No student is allowed to complete a field placement without all current clearances on file in the Field Office.

Field Clearance Information

Join the School of Education Field page on Brightspace.

Log into Brightspace;
Go to "Discover" in the green navigation bar;
Search for: School of Education/Field Experience;
Click to enroll.

Clubs

Marywood University Student Educators (MUSE)

Pennsylvania Student Educators Association

Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, Rho Pi Chapter

Sigma Pi Epsilon Delta Honor Society

Student Resources

Teacher Education Handbook

This handbook is provided as a supplement to the Marywood University Catalog to explain important policies and requirements of teacher-education programs. Familiarize yourself with its content and ask questions of your advisor or School of Education faculty or staff whenever needed.

Teacher Education Handbook

Student Teacher Handbook

From #DayOne, Marywood is here for you each step of the way. For currently enrolled students visit the School of Education Student Resources Website for academic tips, forms, and more to guide you on your academic journey.

Other

Undergraduate

Early Childhood and Elementary Education/Special Ed
Early Childhood Education

Graduate

Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement
Biology: Instructional Grade 7-12
Communications: Instructional Grade 7-12
Curriculum & Instruction
Early Childhood and Elementary Education Special Ed
English as Second Language
English: Instructional Grade 7-12
Higher Education Administration
Math: Instructional Grade 7-12
Online Instruction Endorsement
Reading Education
Reading Specialist: Instructional
School Counselor PK-12
School Leadership Principal
School Leadership/Principal
Social Studies: Instructional Grade 7-12
Spanish: Instructional Grade K-12
Special Education
Special Education Administration and Supervision
Special Education Supervisor
Special Education: Instructional Grade PK-12
Superintendent
Teaching PK-4
Teaching Secondary K-12

School of Education Events

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Oct 05 Academic Dates Thu, Oct 5, 7:30PM - Thu, Oct 5, 10:00PM

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Date/Time: Thursday, October 5, 2023, 7:30 – 10pm EDT
Location: Academic Dates

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A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Oct 06 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Fri, Oct 6, 7:30PM - Fri, Oct 6, 10:00PM

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Date/Time: Friday, October 6, 2023, 7:30 – 10pm EDT
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

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A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Oct 07 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sat, Oct 7, 7:30PM - Sat, Oct 7, 10:00PM

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Date/Time: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 7:30 – 10pm EDT
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

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A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Oct 08 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Oct 8, 2:00PM - Sun, Oct 8, 4:30PM

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Theatre Performance

Date/Time: Sunday, October 8, 2023, 2 – 4:30pm EDT
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

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Mental Health Awareness Day

Oct 10 Academic Dates Tue, Oct 10, 12:00AM - Wed, Oct 11, 12:00AM

Mental Health Awareness Day

Date/Time: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Mental Health Awareness Day

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Mental Health Awareness Day

A Community Confronts Violence: A New Vision

Oct 12 Academic Dates Thu, Oct 12, 6:30PM - Thu, Oct 12, 8:30PM

A Community Confronts Violence: A New Vision

Date/Time: Thursday, October 12, 2023, 6:30 – 8:30pm EDT
Location: Academic Dates

This public event will take place in the Nazareth Hall Latour Room.

A community forum and panel discussion open to the public to raise awareness and better understand the impact of violence in our community...and to learn how we as a united community can decrease risk factors and increase protective factors through the development and implementation of the CDC’s Cardiff Model Toolkit for violence prevention. Dr. Matthew Schaffer, a local expert in threat assessment and Marywood
Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology will discuss the types, neurobiology, assessment, and consequences of violence; and Keynote Michael Fanone, retired Washington Metro police officer assaulted on January 6th, police analyst, and bestselling author of "Hold the Line" will discuss his perspectives on community violence.

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It’s On Us Week

Oct 16 Academic Dates Mon, Oct 16, 12:00AM - Sat, Oct 21, 12:00AM

It’s On Us Week

Date/Time: Monday, October 16 – Friday, October 20, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

It’s On Us Week

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It’s On Us Week

Undergraduate and Graduate Fall Break Day: No Classes, Administrative Offices Open

Oct 16 Academic Dates Mon, Oct 16, 12:00AM - Tue, Oct 17, 12:00AM

Undergraduate and Graduate Fall Break Day: No Classes, Administrative Offices Open

Date/Time: Monday, October 16, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. Administrative Offices Open.

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No Classes. Administrative Offices Open.

Undergraduate and Graduate Fall Break Day: No Classes, Administrative Offices Open

Oct 17 Academic Dates Tue, Oct 17, 12:00AM - Wed, Oct 18, 12:00AM

Undergraduate and Graduate Fall Break Day: No Classes, Administrative Offices Open

Date/Time: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. Administrative Offices Open.

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Fall Semester Classes Resume

Oct 18 Academic Dates Wed, Oct 18, 12:00AM - Thu, Oct 19, 12:00AM

Fall Semester Classes Resume

Date/Time: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Fall Semester
Classes Resume….

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Undergraduate Deficiency Grades Due

Oct 18 Academic Dates Wed, Oct 18, 12:00AM - Thu, Oct 19, 12:00AM

Undergraduate Deficiency Grades Due

Date/Time: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

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Faculty Recital

Oct 20 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Fri, Oct 20, 7:00PM - Fri, Oct 20, 9:00PM

Faculty Recital

Date/Time: Friday, October 20, 2023, 7 – 9pm EDT
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

Faculty Recital

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Faculty Recital

Isiah Ortiz Junior Recital

Oct 21 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Sat, Oct 21, 2:00PM - Sat, Oct 21, 4:00PM

Isiah Ortiz Junior Recital

Date/Time: Saturday, October 21, 2023, 2 – 4pm EDT
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

Isiah Ortiz Junior Recital

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Isiah Ortiz Junior Recital

Northeastern Youth Wind Ensemble Concert

Oct 22 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Oct 22, 3:00PM - Sun, Oct 22, 6:00PM

Northeastern Youth Wind Ensemble Concert

Date/Time: Sunday, October 22, 2023, 3 – 6pm EDT
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

Northeastern Youth Wind Ensemble Concert

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Northeastern Youth Wind Ensemble Concert

Fall 2023 Nursing CPR Class

Oct 24 Swartz Conference Room B Tue, Oct 24, 8:00AM - Tue, Oct 24, 8:00PM

Fall 2023 Nursing CPR Class

Date/Time: Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 8am – 8pm EDT
Location: Swartz Conference Room B

The Nursing Department is conducting CPR on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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The Nursing Department is conducting CPR on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Registration Begins for Spring Courses

Oct 30 Academic Dates Mon, Oct 30, 12:00AM - Tue, Oct 31, 12:00AM

Registration Begins for Spring Courses

Date/Time: Monday, October 30, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Registration Information

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Opera Workshop

Nov 05 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Nov 5, 8:00AM - Sun, Nov 5, 10:00PM

Opera Workshop

Date/Time: Sunday, November 5, 2023, 8am – 10pm EST
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

Opera Workshop

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Opera Workshop

Advocacy Day

Nov 08 Academic Dates Wed, Nov 8, 12:00AM - Thu, Nov 9, 12:00AM

Advocacy Day

Date/Time: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Advocacy Day (Online Hours to Supplant Lost Day)

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Advocacy Day (Online Hours to Supplant Lost Day)

Voice General Recital

Nov 10 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Fri, Nov 10, 7:00PM - Fri, Nov 10, 11:00PM

Voice General Recital

Date/Time: Friday, November 10, 2023, 7 – 11pm EST
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

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Tutti Concert

Nov 12 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Nov 12, 2:00PM - Sun, Nov 12, 3:00PM

Tutti Concert

Date/Time: Sunday, November 12, 2023, 2 – 3pm EST
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

Tutti Concert

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Tutti Concert

Wind Symphony Concert

Nov 12 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Nov 12, 4:00PM - Sun, Nov 12, 6:00PM

Wind Symphony Concert

Date/Time: Sunday, November 12, 2023, 4 – 6pm EST
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

Wind Symphony Concert

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Wind Symphony Concert

Jazz Ambassadors Concert

Nov 17 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Fri, Nov 17, 7:00PM - Fri, Nov 17, 10:00PM

Jazz Ambassadors Concert

Date/Time: Friday, November 17, 2023, 7 – 10pm EST
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

Jazz Ambassadors Concert

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Jazz Ambassadors Concert

Madelynn Kessler Junior Recital

Nov 18 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Sat, Nov 18, 12:00PM - Sat, Nov 18, 1:00PM

Madelynn Kessler Junior Recital

Date/Time: Saturday, November 18, 2023, 12 – 1pm EST
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

Madelynn Kessler Junior Recital

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Madelynn Kessler Junior Recital

Concert Choir Concert

Nov 19 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Nov 19, 2:00PM - Sun, Nov 19, 6:00PM

Concert Choir Concert

Date/Time: Sunday, November 19, 2023, 2 – 6pm EST
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

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Thanksgiving Holiday Break Begins at Conclusion of Classes

Nov 21 Academic Dates Tue, Nov 21, 12:00AM - Wed, Nov 22, 12:00AM

Thanksgiving Holiday Break Begins at Conclusion of Classes

Date/Time: Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Thanksgiving Break 11/22/23 - 11/26/23

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Thanksgiving Break 11/22/23 - 11/26/23

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Open

Nov 22 Academic Dates Wed, Nov 22, 12:00AM - Thu, Nov 23, 12:00AM

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Open

Date/Time: Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. All Administrative Offices Open

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No Classes. All Administrative Offices Open

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Nov 23 Academic Dates Thu, Nov 23, 12:00AM - Fri, Nov 24, 12:00AM

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Date/Time: Thursday, November 23, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. All Administrative Offices Closed

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Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Nov 24 Academic Dates Fri, Nov 24, 12:00AM - Sat, Nov 25, 12:00AM

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Date/Time: Friday, November 24, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. All Administrative Offices Closed

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Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Nov 25 Academic Dates Sat, Nov 25, 12:00AM - Sun, Nov 26, 12:00AM

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Date/Time: Saturday, November 25, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. All Administrative Offices Closed

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No Classes. All Administrative Offices Closed

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Nov 26 Academic Dates Sun, Nov 26, 12:00AM - Mon, Nov 27, 12:00AM

Thanksgiving Holiday: No Classes, All Administrative Offices Closed

Date/Time: Sunday, November 26, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

No Classes. All Administrative Offices Closed

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No Classes. All Administrative Offices Closed

Fall Semester Classes Resume

Nov 27 Academic Dates Mon, Nov 27, 12:00AM - Tue, Nov 28, 12:00AM

Fall Semester Classes Resume

Date/Time: Monday, November 27, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Fall Semester Classes Resume

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Fall Semester Classes Resume

Junior Wind Band Celebration Performance

Dec 02 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sat, Dec 2, 7:00PM - Sat, Dec 2, 10:00PM

Junior Wind Band Celebration Performance

Date/Time: Saturday, December 2, 2023, 7 – 10pm EST
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

Junior Wind Band Celebration Performance

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Junior Wind Band Celebration Performance

Percussion Ensemble Concert

Dec 03 Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium) Sun, Dec 3, 2:00PM - Sun, Dec 3, 4:00PM

Percussion Ensemble Concert

Date/Time: Sunday, December 3, 2023, 2 – 4pm EST
Location: Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Room 100 Theatre (Auditorium)

Percussion Ensemble Concert

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Percussion Ensemble Concert

General Recital

Dec 08 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Fri, Dec 8, 7:00PM - Fri, Dec 8, 10:00PM

General Recital

Date/Time: Friday, December 8, 2023, 7 – 10pm EST
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

General Recital

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General Recital

Kristin Ventricelli and Kaitlyn Gingerlowsky Senior Recital

Dec 09 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Sat, Dec 9, 11:00AM - Sat, Dec 9, 12:00PM

Kristin Ventricelli and Kaitlyn Gingerlowsky Senior Recital

Date/Time: Saturday, December 9, 2023, 11am – 12pm EST
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

Kristin Ventricelli and Kaitlyn Gingerlowsky Senior Recital

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Kristin Ventricelli and Kaitlyn Gingerlowsky Senior Recital

Chamber Singers Concert

Dec 10 Swartz Center Marian Chapel Sun, Dec 10, 2:00PM - Sun, Dec 10, 6:00PM

Chamber Singers Concert

Date/Time: Sunday, December 10, 2023, 2 – 6pm EST
Location: Swartz Center Marian Chapel

Chamber Singers Concert

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Chamber Singers Concert

Monday Classes Must Supplement with Online Hours to Meet Regulatory Requirements

Dec 11 Academic Dates Mon, Dec 11, 12:00AM - Tue, Dec 12, 12:00AM

Monday Classes Must Supplement with Online Hours to Meet Regulatory Requirements

Date/Time: Monday, December 11, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Monday Classes Must Supplement with Online Hours to Meet Regulatory Requirements

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Monday Classes Must Supplement with Online Hours to Meet Regulatory Requirements

Fall Semester Ends

Dec 16 Academic Dates Sat, Dec 16, 12:00AM - Sun, Dec 17, 12:00AM

Fall Semester Ends

Date/Time: Saturday, December 16, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Fall Semester Ends

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Fall Semester Ends

Final Grades Due by Noon

Dec 19 Academic Dates Tue, Dec 19, 12:00AM - Wed, Dec 20, 12:00AM

Final Grades Due by Noon

Date/Time: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Final Grades Due by Noon

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Final Grades Due by Noon

Official Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Previous Semester

Dec 22 Academic Dates Fri, Dec 22, 12:00AM - Sat, Dec 23, 12:00AM

Official Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Previous Semester

Date/Time: Friday, December 22, 2023
Location: Academic Dates

Official Graduation Date for Students Fulfilling Degree Requirements in Previous Semester

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