Dear Student,
Spring quarter is a joyous time and the annual Commencement ceremony is a Shoreline tradition we look forward to each year.
Based on input from leaders in Associated Student Government, the Arts & Entertainment Board, and the College’s Executive Team, I have made the difficult decision to shift to a Virtual Commencement Ceremony on June 20, 2020. This year’s graduates are also invited to be recognized in person at the 2021 Commencement Ceremony next June, if they desire. The spring graduation application deadline has also been adjusted to April 30 to provide students with more time to apply.
These changes were made with the health and safety of all our graduates and their guests in mind, following current public health guidance. After reviewing several proposals for this year’s ceremony, including postponing the event to fall or to next spring, we received feedback that a spring virtual ceremony with the help of a company called Marching Order would be the best path forward.
I know that not having an in-person ceremony may feel like a loss to some and we share your disappointment in not being able to carry out this special event the same way we have done for over 50 years. I recognize many students are the first in their families to graduate or are completing their high school requirements after tremendous hurdles, and all of our students have worked very hard to reach this point in their education.
Each student is deserving of a meaningful celebration to mark this milestone in their life and this year will be no different. We have an opportunity to make new traditions together this June. Please watch for additional information about Commencement in the coming weeks and if you are in your final quarter at Shoreline, remember to apply for graduation by April 30.
Stay well as you continue learning this spring term!
With care,
Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D.
President
