Great achievements deserve fitting celebrations. In this sense, it is common after the completion of an academic stage, whether in basic or higher education, to celebrate this achievement with graduation parties and commencement ceremonies. 

This final stage is an exciting one, where the completion of a cycle is celebrated, and therefore deserves to be marked by a grand moment. And the market recognizes this desire among Brazilians to celebrate these moments. For example, the agency Bluh! – specializing in graduations – recently released a study that points out... 12% growth in the sector in recent months.

In today's content, our focus is on graduation ceremonies. So, continue reading and learn more about the stages of this moment and also how to ensure it's an incredible event. 

Graduation ceremony

First, it's worth briefly explaining what a graduation ceremony is, even though it's already a widely known event. So, to reinforce: it is A traditional ceremony in which the student completes a stage of their academic life, receiving their diploma which confirms this completion.  

However, beyond being just a graduation ceremony, it is a highly anticipated moment in academic life, marking the end of one journey and the beginning of new horizons. It is a celebration that involves not only the achievement of a diploma, but also emotions, planning, and organization.

Learn about all the steps involved in a graduation ceremony.

As we mentioned, graduation is a time of emotions and celebrations, while also involving a series of important steps. 

Like other events, prior planning, choosing a venue, sending invitations, and defining the ceremony are all part of the overall organization of this moment. However, a graduation ceremony has a 'format', a kind of protocol; learn more:

1. Introduction of the panel members: After welcoming all the guests, inform everyone who is at the table at that moment. For example, rectors, directors, and professors.

2. Opening ceremony: normally, the official opening is conducted by the rector or vice-rector present with a welcoming and more general speech.

3. Entrance of the graduates with the patron: firstly, it's worth emphasizing that this is one of the most emotional moments. It's the time when the graduates and their patrons enter – these are the 'class godparents'.

4. National anthem: In addition, playing the national anthem is part of the protocol, and if the institution serves people from more than one country, it may even play the corresponding anthems.

5. Oath: This is the moment when a student, representing all of them, takes the oath for each profession. It is at this moment that they pledge to perform their best as professionals. 

6. Diploma Ceremony: undoubtedly the most anticipated moment for families. Students are called individually to receive their diploma from a member of the panel. 

7. Speeches: Usually, at graduation ceremonies, several speeches take place. For example, the speech by the class valedictorian, class sponsors, tributes to families, teachers, educational institutions, and more. 

8. Presentation of awards: one of the steps also involves the presentation of awards to members of the panel and other guests representing faculty, staff, administrators, advisors, and other individuals.

9. Closing: Finally, the rector or vice-rector closes the ceremony and confers the degrees upon the students. 

Organizing a great moment

In addition to following the formal steps, it's important to consider some aspects to make graduation even more memorable and special. Therefore, we've listed some tips to ensure this moment is even more remarkable. Check them out:

Explore the emotional side

Graduation is a milestone in the lives of graduates, representing the completion of an important academic phase. Therefore, it is essential to value the emotions involved in this unique moment. Speeches, symbolic gestures, videos with photos of graduates and family, and special music, for example, are ways to further enhance the emotion of the moment. 

Don't forget the visual identity.

Don't forget: graduation is part of a larger graduation process – which may include a ball and mass – and also represents an educational institution. Therefore, the visual identity developed for the graduation itself, or that represents the institution, should contribute to creating a unique and personalized atmosphere at the ceremony.

Therefore, from the invitations to the venue decoration, it's important to maintain a coherent visual style that reflects the essence of the class and the educational institution. Colors, symbols, and logos can be creatively incorporated to reinforce the event's identity, always blended with other decorative elements that contribute to making everything even more elegant. 

Create different moments.

Think outside the box! To make graduation even more special, consider including unique moments in the ceremony. This could range from an artistic performance to the awarding of special prizes and recognitions. In short, there are many ways to surprise and engage participants, and these additional, unconventional moments can contribute to making the experience more dynamic and memorable for everyone present.

Celebrate your graduation with us.

The Center Convention space adapts to a wide variety of events, so if you're planning a graduation ceremony, hold your event with us! You can check out all the infrastructure available at the Convention and throughout the Center Shopping Complex by speaking with our team. Call us at (34) 3239-8300 or email comercial@centerconvention.com.br. You can also reserve a date by clicking [here]. HERE