Three Master's Convocations are held by Teachers College to honor the achievements of degree candidates. Candidates are recognized individually, and the Teachers College Medals for Distinguished Service are presented at each ceremony.
Master's Degree Ceremony I
This ceremony recognizes Master's graduates from the following departments:
- Arts & Humanities
- Curriculum & Teaching
- Mathematics, Science & Technology
Date: Monday, May 18, 2020
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Speaker: TBA
Tickets: Required, limit 3 e-tickets per graduate
Student Registration: Required. Students can register via the Convocation website from Wednesday, March 25, 2020 through Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Reception: Immediately following the ceremony, Russell Courtyard & dining hall
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Received in the mail several weeks after Convocation.
School Graduation Website: convocation.tc.columbia.edu/
School Contact:
Convocation Help Desk
convocation@tc.columbia.edu
(212) 678-4039
Master's Degree Ceremony II
This ceremony recognizes Master's graduates from the following departments:
- Biobehavioral Sciences
- Counseling & Clinical Psychology
- Education Policy & Social Analysis
- Health & Behavior Studies
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Speaker: TBA
Tickets: Required, limit 3 e-tickets per student
Student Registration: Required. Students can register via the Convocation website from Wednesday, March 25, 2020 through Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Reception: Immediately following the ceremony, Russell Courtyard & dining hall
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Received in the mail several weeks after Convocation.
School Graduation Website: convocation.tc.columbia.edu/
School Contact:
Convocation Help Desk
convocation@tc.columbia.edu
(212) 678-4039
Master's Degree Ceremony III
This ceremony recognizes Master's graduates from the following departments:
- Human Development
- International & Transcultural Studies
- Organization & Leadership
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Speaker: TBA
Tickets: Required, limit 3 e-tickets per student
Student Registration: Required. Students can register via the Convocation website from Wednesday, March 25, 2020 through Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Reception: Immediately following the ceremony, Russell Courtyard & dining hall
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Received in the mail several weeks after Convocation.
School Graduation Website: convocation.tc.columbia.edu/
School Contact:
Convocation Help Desk
convocation@tc.columbia.edu
(212) 678-4039
Doctoral graduates are hooded by the Provost and their accomplishments are celebrated by the President, Trustees, and faculty. The Teachers College Medal for Distinguished Service to Education is presented.
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Speaker: TBA
Tickets: Required, Electronically via Eventbrite, Unlimited tickets per student
Student Registration: Required. Students can register via the Convocation website from Wednesday, March 25, 2020 through Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Reception: Immediately following the ceremony, Russell Courtyard & TC Dining Room
Caps and Gowns: Required
Diplomas: Received in the mail several weeks after Convocation.
School Graduation Website: convocation.tc.columbia.edu/
School Contact:
Convocation Help Desk
convocation@tc.columbia.edu
(212) 678-4039