Lone Star College Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony

We are excited to announce an enriching addition to our graduation events—the 2024 Inaugural Lone Star College Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony! This unique ceremony offers an engaging bilingual experience, enabling students and their families to celebrate in a language that resonates deeply with them. This optional event enhances our traditional graduation festivities by making the celebration more accessible and understandable for a wider audience.

As we come together to mark this significant milestone, we are immensely grateful for the enduring support from families, mentors, and the broader college community, which has been essential in helping our students reach their educational goals.

Education is a dynamic force that connects us, bridging any gaps and fortifying connections within our community. Today, we celebrate the enduring power of education and the connections it strengthens among us. We invite you to join us in this celebration, as we acknowledge these accomplishments and encourage one another towards continued success and excellence. Let this ceremony be a celebration of our shared achievements and the bright futures ahead.

Lone Star College – Start Close. Go Far.

Ceremonia de Graduación en Español del Lone Star College

Nos complace anunciar una adición enriquecedora a nuestros eventos de graduación—la Ceremonia Inaugural de Graduación en Español del Lone Star College! Esta ceremonia única ofrece una atractiva experiencia bilingüe, permitiendo a los estudiantes y sus familiares celebrar en un idioma que les impacta profundamente. Este evento opcional mejora nuestras festividades al hacer la celebración más asequible, comprensible, y para un público más amplio.

Al reunirnos para celebrar este importante acontecimiento, estamos inmensamente agradecidos por el apoyo incondicional de miembros de la familia, mentores, y la comunidad escolástica, los cuales han sido esenciales al ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a alcanzar sus goles académicos.

La educación es una fuerza dinámica que nos conecta, tendiendo puentes y fortaleciendo los lazos con nuestra comunidad. Hoy celebramos el poder perdurable de la educación y como fortalece las conexiones entre todos nosotros. Les invitamos a unirse a esta celebración donde reconocemos los logros alcanzados y nos exhortamos a continuar el camino hacia el éxito y la excelencia. Que esta ceremonia sea una conmemoración de los triunfos que compartimos y el futuro brillante que tenemos por delante.

Lone Star College – Comienza Cerca. Llega Lejos.

Event Details	Confirm Your Attendance	Detalles del Evento
Date: May 18, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Location: M.O. Campbell Educational Center 1865 Aldine Bender Road FM 525, Houston, Texas 77032		Fecha: Mayo 18, 2024 Hora: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lugar: Centro Educacional M.O. Campbell  1865 Aldine Bender Road FM 525, Houston, Texas 77032
FAQs		Preguntas Frecuentes
Regalia	Livestream and Photographs	Mandatory Graduation Orientation

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FAQs

1. What is a Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony?
   1. It is an optional ceremony held in Spanish to accommodate a broader range of participants, celebrating their educational achievements.
2. When is the Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony?
   1. The ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2024.
3. Where will the Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony take place?
   1. It will be held at the M.O. Campbell Education Center located at 1865 Aldine Bender Rd FM 525, Houston, TX 77032.
4. What time will the Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony take place?
   1. The ceremony will start at 10:00 a.m. and is expected to last between 1 to 1.5 hours.
5. Can a student attend both the campus and Spanish language ceremonies?
   1. Yes. Students eligible for graduation from the recent academic terms at Lone Star College can attend this ceremony, provided they express interest and register accordingly.
6. How much does it cost to participate in the Spanish Language Commencement Ceremony?
   1. There is no fee for participation as a student or spectator. Free parking is also available at the venue.
7. When should participants plan to arrive?
   1. Registered students should plan to arrive by 9:00 a.m. for the processional lineup which begins at 9:30 a.m.

PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES

1. ¿Qué es la Ceremonia de Graduación en Español?
   1. Es una ceremonia opcional provista en español para acomodar a un grupo de participantes más amplio y celebrar sus logros escolásticos.
2. ¿Cuándo es la Ceremonia de Graduación en Español?
   1. La ceremonia está planificada para el sábado 18 de Mayo del 2024.
3. ¿Dónde tendrá lugar la Ceremonia de Graduación en Español?
   1. Tendrá lugar en el Centro Educacional M.O. Campbell que está localizado en 1865 Aldine Bender Rd FM 525, Houston, TX 77032.
4. ¿A qué hora tendrá lugar la Ceremonia de Graduación en Español?
   1. La ceremonia comenzará a las 10:00 a.m., con una duración anticipada entre una hora u hora y media.
5. ¿Un estudiante puede participar en ambas ceremonias, la de su campo y la Ceremonia en Español?
   1. Sí. Cualquier estudiante que se gradúa de los semestres recientes puede participar en esta ceremonia, siempre que haya mostrado su interés y se haya registrado con antelación.
6. ¿Cuánto cuesta participar en la Ceremonia de Graduación en Español?
   1. No se require ningún pago para participar como estudiante ni como expectador. El estacionamiento en el Centro Educacional M.O. Campbell es gratis también.
7. ¿Cuándo deben arribar los participantes?
   1. Los estudiantes que se registraron para participar deben arribar a las 9:00 a.m. para formar la línea processional que comienza a las 9:30 a.m.

 Regalia

Graduation Caps

Graduates may decorate their caps however we ask that you follow these guidelines. 

Graduation Gowns

All students participating in the Spanish Commencement Ceremony must wear a black cap & gown. Caps & gowns may be purchased from any vendor, borrowed from a previous graduate or family member, or loaned out by the LSC-Office of Student Engagement. 

College Approved Stoles, Cords, and Tassels

All graduates who have earned stoles, cords and tassels through the following academic achievement organizations, may wear the college-approved stoles, cords and/or tassels. 

• Early High School 
• Honors College
• Phi Theta Kappa
• Psi Beta Psychology Honor Society
• Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society
• Student Success Institute (SSI)
• TRIO
• Veterans

Livestream and Photographs

The Spanish Commencement Ceremony will be livestreamed. Information on how to access the livestream will be provided closer to the event. 

Flash Photography will be on hand to photograph graduates at the Commencement ceremony. Graduates will be able to purchase photos directly from Flash Photography.

Questions? Contact Flash Photography for ordering options.

Mandatory Graduation Orientation

The Office of Student Engagement will be hosting a Mandatory Graduation Orientation for students participating in the Spanish Commencement Ceremony via WebEx on Friday, May 3 at 11:00 AM. Students will be provided with important information and guidelines including arrival times, ceremony length, caps & gowns, grad photos and much more. Please plan on attending this session.