Every effort will be made to keep the commencement ceremony outside, even if there is inclement weather. We will make a decision on whether to move Commencement indoors no later than 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, in the event of severe or extreme weather (such as lightning). If the indoor plan is implemented, an email will be sent to all graduates, and an announcement will be made in local media outlets and on this website.
- SUNY Potsdam would hold the indoor ceremony in the Maxcy Hall Jerry Welsh Gymnasium, with the procession starting at 10:15 a.m.
- Each graduate will have four tickets for guests. All other guests can view the livestream of the ceremony from the bleachers Ice Arena, also in Maxcy Hall.
- Graduates should be at the Maxcy Hall Ice Arena for line-up no later than 9:30 a.m. The procession will begin at 10:15 a.m.
There will be a reception following the ceremony in the Maxcy Hall Ice Arena.
Note: There will be specially designated seating for guests who are physically challenged or who require special accommodations. A sign language interpreter will also take part in the ceremony.