The Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons has several events to honor the accomplishments of the graduating students from its different programs.
The Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons marks its students' successes and milestones with several ceremonies and events throughout their medical education. These momentous occasions include the White Coat Ceremony, the Steven Z. Miller Student Clinician's Ceremony, Match Day, Class Day, and Commencement.
Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Class Day
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: None
Tickets: Not required
Reception: Bard Lounge, 60 Haven Avenue, New York, NY 10032; immediately following the ceremony
Caps and Gowns: Not required
Diplomas: Not applicable
School Graduation Website: https://www.ps.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-student-affairs/annual-events/class-day
Contact Person: Stephanie L. Autenrieth, Director, Student Services, sa2125@cumc.columbia.edu
Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Graduation Ceremony
Date: Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: The Armory Foundation, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: Tentative
Tickets: Not required
Reception: The Armory Foundation, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Yes
School Graduation Website: https://www.ps.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-student-affairs/annual-events/commencement
Contact Person: Stephanie L. Autenrieth, Director, Student Services, sa2125@cumc.columbia.edu
Institute of Human Nutrition
University Commencement
This ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of Columbia University graduates.
Date: Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Time: Class photos begin at 9:00 a.m.; Academic Procession begins at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Morningside Campus
Tickets: Required for guests. Students must show CUID.
Caps and Gowns: Required
MS Year-End Celebration
The ceremony is an annual event celebrating the achievements of the graduating MS class. Students' names are read as they process across the stage.
Date: Thursday, May 17, 2018
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Roone Arledge Auditorium, Alfred Lerner Hall, 2920 Broadway (at 115th Street)
Speaker: Erin Goldman, MS, MPH Sr. Learning and Culture Specialist, OnPrem Solution Partners
Title: To be announced
Reception: Roone Arledge Auditorium, Alfred Lerner Hall, 2920 Broadway (at 115th Street)
Tickets: Required. Please contact Ms. Sarah Bergren, 212-305-4808
Caps and Gowns: Not Required. Business casual attire requested.
School Graduation Website: www.cumc.columbia.edu/ihn
Contact Person:
Sarah Bergren, Education Officer
sb3008@cumc.columbia.edu
212-342-3804 (direct)
212-305-4808 (IHN office)
Sharon R. Akabas, Director, MS Program, Associate Director of Educational Initiatives
sa109@cumc.columbia.edu
212-305-4808
Professional Health Therapy Programs
Programs in Occupational Therapy: Graduation Ceremony
Date: Thursday, May 17, 2018
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: Cynthia DiBartolo, Esq., Founder and CEO of Tigress Financial Partners
Tickets: Five (5) tickets per graduate; additional can be purchased for $20 per ticket (for reception).
Reception: The Armory Foundation, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032, immediately following the ceremony
Caps and Gowns: Required; can be borrowed from the department (supplies limited). Can also be rented or purchased from the Bookstore.
Diplomas: Mailed to students at a later date
School Graduation Website: www.columbiaot.org
Contact Person:
Jessica Bussey, Administrative Aide; jb4020@columbia.edu
Janet P. Falk-Kessler, Professor of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine; jf6@columbia.edu
Program in Physical Therapy: Convocation and Awards Ceremony
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: Evan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS
Tickets: Unlimited for convocation; six (6) per graduate for the reception
Reception: Bard Lounge, 60 Haven Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Sent via mail
School Graduation Website: http://columbiaphysicaltherapy.org/current-students
Contact Person: Dr. Debra Clayton-Krasinski (dck6@cumc.columbia.edu) and Mrs. Cynthia Worthington (cw75@cumc.columbia.edu)