Congratulations class of 2012! Welcome to the William Paterson University Commencement information site.  The University will celebrate its 189^th Commencement on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 10 a.m. at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford.  Commencement is an important event for the student, family and friends and the faculty and staff of the University.   This is a formal celebration of academic accomplishments steeped in the rituals and traditions of higher education. We will recognize and honor the accomplishments of each master's and bachelor's degree candidate.

During the ceremony, Maria Otero, the Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights, U.S. Department of State, will give the commencement address and receive an honorary doctor of laws degree.  In addition, three faculty will be recognized for their outstanding accomplishments:  Maboud Ansari, professor of sociology, teaching; Edward Burns, professor of English, scholarship/creative expression; and Rochelle Goldberg Kaplan, professor of educational leadership and professional studies, service.

Senior Send-Off will be held on Monday, May 21 at 7 p.m. in the University Commons Ballroom.  Click here to register for Senior Send Off.

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Additional detailed information will be forthcoming.