1.) Prepare for Your Career
With graduation approaching, get the support you need to start your career after Columbia. Work with the team at the Career Center to help enhance your résumé, cover letter, and portfolio in one-on-one appointments or at a workshop. Connect with professionals at industry-related events. Utilize Handshake to search for jobs, register for workshops/events, and request appointments with Career Center staff. For updates, event announcements, career advice, student highlights, and more, follow the Career Center on Instagram @columcareer. Use #columhired to share your successes! Contact careercenter@colum.edu with any questions.
2.) Participate in Manifest — May 16th
Showcasing your body of work for family and friends at Manifest will be a highlight of your academic career. Your department will connect with you on how to participate within your academic showcase. Also, be sure to check the manifest.colum.edu website and follow @cccmanifest on social media for the latest festival updates!
3.) Participate in Your Ceremony — Sunday, May 18th 11 a.m. or 4:30 p.m.
Commencement will be held at the Credit Union 1 Arena on Sunday, May 18th. There will be 2 ceremonies divided according to the following schedule.
2025 Commencement Ceremony ScheduleSunday, May 18, 2025 |
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Morning Ceremony - 11:00 a.m. |
Afternoon Ceremony - 4:30 p.m. |
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Business and Entrepreneurship |
Theatre and Dance |
4.) Plan to Stay Connected
You’re almost a Colum alum! What’s next?
Click here to update Alumni Relations on your post-graduation contact info. By doing so, you’ll receive an invitation to join the Alumni Network, a dynamic community of Columbia alumni. As a member, you'll have access to alumni-only events, professional development and career support, news, announcements, and more. Keep an eye out for more information!
In the meantime, check out Events, Career Resources, and more at alumni.colum.edu.
Tag #ColumAlum after graduation for all of your social media posts.
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