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
This is an award/prize ceremony for the graduating students earning an MD.
Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: NA
Tickets: Not required
Reception: Immediately following the ceremony; Bard Hall, 50 Haven Avenue, 1st Floor, New York, NY 10032
Caps and Gowns: Not required
Diplomas: NA
School Graduation Website: https://www.ps.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-student-affairs/annual-events/class-day
Contact Person: Andrea Patterson, ap3278@cumc.columbia.edu
Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Graduation Ceremony
This ceremony recognizes graduates earning a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Sciences.
Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: The Armory Foundation, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: Nancy Andrews MD, PhD, Dean Emerita of the School of Medicine, Vice Chancellor Emerita for Academic Affairs, Duke University
Tickets: Not required
Reception: Immediately following ceremony; The Armory Foundation, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, 3rd floor
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Students will receive diploma at ceremony
School Graduation Website: https://www.ps.columbia.edu/commencement
Contact Person: Andrea Patterson, ap3278@cumc.columbia.edu
Institute of Human Nutrition
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 23, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Roone Arledge Auditorium, Alfred Lerner Hall
Speaker: Joshua Marr, MD
Reception: NA
Tickets: Not required
Caps and Gowns: Optional, business casual attire requested
School Graduation Website: NA
School Contact Email:
- Sarah Bergren, Education Officer
P: 212-342-3804 (direct)
P: 212-305-4808 (IHN office)
- Sharon R. Akabas, Director, MS Program, Associate Director of Educational Initiatives
P: 212-305-4808
Professional Health Therapy Programs
Programs in Occupational Therapy: Graduation Ceremony
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: Lauren Reischer, Equine Manager and Fundraising Advisor, GallopNYC
Tickets: Five (5) tickets per graduate; additional can be purchased for $20 per ticket (for reception)
Reception: Immediately following ceremony, Bard Hall (50 Haven Avenue, 1st floor Main Lounge) at noon
Caps and Gowns: Required; can be borrowed from the department (supplies limited). Can also be rented or purchased from the Columbia Bookstore.
Diplomas: Mailed to students at a later date
School Graduation Website: NA
Contact Person: Jessica Bussey, Administrative Aide, jb4020@cumc.columbia.edu
Program in Physical Therapy: Convocation and Awards Ceremony
Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Alumni Auditorium, 650 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Speaker: Gail M. Jensen, P.T., PhD., FAPTA
Tickets: Not required
Reception: None
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Mailed to students at a later date
School Graduation Website: www.columbiaphysicaltherapy.org
Contact Person:
- Cynthia Worthington, Admissions Coordinator
- 212-305-0470