Spring 2024 Commencement

Spring-2020-Commencement

The Commencement Ceremony for the spring 2024 graduates of Fox Valley Technical College took place on Sunday, May 19 at 1 p.m. at Kolf Sports Center in Oshkosh. In addition to the in-person event, a livestream of the ceremony is available on this Commencement Ceremony page (www.fvtc.edu/Graduation).

We are so proud of all of our graduates—for your resilience, your dedication and your spirit. A graduation ceremony marks the end of a journey, but it’s also a beginning. Let’s celebrate that together.

Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony

During the 2024 spring Commencement Ceremony, 1,116 associate degrees and technical diplomas were awarded to graduates during this term.

Cole Burdick, a graduate of the Criminal Justice program, delivered the student commencement address. The commencement speaker was Craig Wiedemeier, President of Werner Electric Supply.

Commencement Ceremony Commencement Program

Questions

Please contact graduation@fvtc.edu.

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Commencement Admission Details

Leave Valuables with Family

Please leave your valuables (purse, coat, etc.) with your family or friends. There is NO secure location within the building.

Do Not Leave Items Unattended

Items cannot be left at the entrance. Unattended items will be inspected and discarded. Fox Valley Technical College and UW Oshkosh are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

All Bags Subject to Search

All bags (to include but not limited to handbags, briefcases, camera bags, diaper bags, clutches, and purses) and strollers are subject to search prior to entry into the venue.

Commencement Ceremony FAQ

Is there a graduation rehearsal for the commencement ceremony?

No, our staff will guide graduates for line up and when it is time to approach the stage at each ceremony. Be sure to check in at the registration table when arriving to your commencement ceremony.

Do guests need tickets to attend the ceremony?

No tickets are required for entry to Kolf Sports Center.

Accessible Seating

If you as a graduate or one of your guests require assistance at the ceremony, email graduation@fvtc.edu. Ushers will assist the graduate and any guests to accessible seating arrangements.

What is the graduation commencement etiquette?

The commencement exercise is a formal academic ceremony. Please view Commencement Etiquette information found on the Graduation Requirements page under Graduation Requirements and Additional Information to ensure that our graduates and guests have the most enjoyable day possible.

How do I get my diploma cover if I didn't participate in the ceremony?

If you did not participate in the commencement ceremony, a cover will be available at no cost. Please stop by the Enrollment Services office at any campus or regional center. If you have more than one degree granted in an academic year, you can purchase additional covers at $7.50 per cover. Programs that are eligible for a diploma cover are Associate or Technical degree programs. Programs that are not eligible for a diploma cover are Nursing Assistant, Truck Driving, Law Enforcement Recruit Academy and Certificates.

How do I receive my professional graduation pictures taken at the ceremony?

A professional photographer from GradImages will take photos of each graduate on the day of the ceremony. Proofs will be emailed to graduate's FVTC email account as soon as 72 hours after the ceremony with information on purchasing prints If you have questions, you can contact GradImages Customer Service at 800-261-2576.

You can also pre-register for your graduation ceremony photos. Receive 20% off your entire order when you pre-register before graduation day at gradimages.com/Preregistration. Search for Fox Valley Technical College.

Need more information?

For specific commencement questions, contact Lauren Gaecke at 920-735-4763 or email graduation@fvtc.edu.

Spring Commencement by the Numbers

Graduates

Students Graduating With Honors

Above a 3.5 GPA

Associate Degrees and Technical Diplomas Awarded

Winter 2023 Ceremony

View the Winter 2023 FVTC commencement ceremony.

Winter 2023 Commencement Program

View or print the Fox Valley Technical College Winter 2023 Commencement Program.

For More Information

For general enrollment services questions:
Email: Enrollment Services
920-735-5645

For specific graduation requirement questions:
Email: Lauren Gaecke
920-735-4763

Review graduation requirements