Graduation

One of the hallmarks of the Individual Studies graduation ceremony is that each graduate is introduced and celebrated by his or her Faculty Mentor. Our students as well as their parents and guests are grateful to hear from the Faculty Mentors who have worked closely with them. Not only are they impressed by the ingenious ways IVSP majors take excellent advantage of the educational opportunities offered at College Park, but they are also moved by the willingness of our faculty to give of themselves personally. Thus the IVSP graduation ceremony also celebrates and recognizes the Faculty Mentors. Without the help of dedicated and caring faculty members, our creative and highly motivated students would not be able to achieve their academic goals at the University of Maryland.

At the graduation ceremony, you are given two minuts per student to talk about your experience working with the student. Mentors in the past have talked about when they first met their student, what impressed them most about the student, what they liked about their capstone project, personal interactions or dicussions about the future- you can talk about anthing you like! If for some reason you cannon attend the ceremony, the IVSP office will read you congratulatory letter.