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Friday, May 16, 2008
4:00 p.m. Baccalaureate Reception, Trinity Chapel, Durham Center

5:00 p.m. Baccalaureate Service, Trinity Chapel
Graduation weekend begins with an ecumenical celebration of academic achievement. Baccalaureate is a spiritual observance that celebrates achievement, accomplishment and aspiration with a special message for the graduating class. Graduating seniors will wear their caps and gowns. They should meet in The Forum at 4:45 p.m.

6:30 p.m. Graduate Recognition Dinner, Dining Hall, Campus Center
Immediately following baccalaureate, seniors and their families are invited to a dinner honoring all graduates. Special service awards will be presented. Reservations are necessary. Graduates will be guests of the college. Tickets: $9.50 adults, $6 children.

Saturday, May 17, 2008
10:30 a.m. Commencement Ceremony, Gardner-Hawks Center
Ample seating will be available on the main floor behind areas reserved for the graduating class and the faculty and on bleachers. The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. Graduates will meet on the sidewalk along College Drive directly across from Pioneer Memorial at 10:00 a.m. In case of rain, seniors will meet in the Borup Coliseum Gymnasium.

11:45 a.m. Graduation Brunch, Dining Hall, Campus Center
Join Dana faculty and staff following commencement ceremonies for brunch. Reservations are required. We would be happy to reserve tables in the dining area for your party. Tickets: $8 adults, $5 children.