Important Information for Graduates

• Graduates should arrive to the Jacob Javits Center North by 10:00 am.
• Your Iona Student ID will be your ticket into the Javits Center North.
• All graduates MUST bring the name card that they received at the Commencement Fair. You will present your name card to the Reader of Names during the ceremony. No additional information can be added to the name card at this time.
• All graduates must bring their academic regalia ordered by TBD online and picked up at the Commencement Fair. This includes a cap, gown, tassel, and hood.
• Please note: There is no place to store purses or other belongings; leave items with your guests before entering the area, or be prepared to hold your belongings throughout the ceremony.
• The use of cell phones during the ceremony is strictly prohibited.
• Alcoholic beverages, noise makers and inflatables are not permitted at the ceremony. Students must adhere to the Iona College Code of Conduct.
• Commencement is an honored academic ceremony. All guests are asked to be courteous and respectful to Iona College employees, graduates, and one another at all times.
• All those participating in Commencement are expected to remain until the end of the ceremony.
• Please return to your seat after you cross the stage for the conferral of degrees, singing of the Iona Alma Mater, and the closing of the Commencement Ceremony.
• Graduates with Disabilities: Graduates who need assistance should contact Marlin Thomas prior to April 19, 2012 (mthomas@iona.edu or (914) 633-2226.

Important Information for Guests

• The entrance at 11th Avenue and West 40th Street will open for guests at 10:00 am.
• Each guest must present their ticket for entry into the Javits Center North.
• Numbers (if any) printed on the tickets do not reserve specific seats; Seating is general admission.
• No strollers are permitted; children under 2-years-old are permitted without a ticket, sitting on someone's lap.
• Guests must not block the procession. The procession will begin promptly at 11:00 am. All guests should be in their seats prior to the procession. Once the procession begins there will be no entry into the space until all graduates, members of the academic procession and president's party are in their seats. Guests may be required to wait outside of the building at this time.
• Please refrain from the use of cell phones.
• Please try to remain seated throughout the ceremony.
• Commencement is an honored academic ceremony. All guests are asked to be courteous and respectful to Iona College employees, graduates, and one another at all times.
• Guests with Disabilities: Guests in need of assistance should contact Marlin Thomas prior to April 30, 21012 (mthomas@iona.edu or (914) 633-2226).

Assembly Plan and Seating Plan
Undergraduate Students

Upon entry to the Jacob Javits Center North corridor all graduates must assemble in the area designated for their degree. Graduates will march and be seated according to their degrees. Iona College employees will be available at the entrance and throughout the venue to answer any questions you may have.

Hagan School of Business

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - (brown trim on hoods)
• Bachelor of Science in General Business (BS) - (yellow trim on hoods)

School of Arts and Science

• Bachelor of Science (BS) - (yellow trim on hoods)
• Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) - (yellow gold trim on hoods)
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) - (White trim on hoods)