Sage Commencement 2009
The Sage Colleges Commencement was held on Saturday, May 9
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Attending the Ceremony | About the Ceremony
Attending the Ceremony
How do we get to the Houston Field House at RPI?
Directions to the Field House [PDF]
Where do we park?
In the Field House parking lots, on the street, or in the Doyle Middle School (1976 Burdett Ave.) or Troy High School (off Burdett Ave.) parking lots. There will be a shuttle running continuously from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Is the Field House handicapped accessible?
Yes, it is. For more information or to make special arrangements, please contact the office of David Milford, senior associate dean for campus life, at (518) 244-2207.
How long does Commencement typically run?
About two hours.
Is the Field House air conditioned?
No, it is not. The average high temperature is 68 degrees in Troy on May 9. Source: NWS Daily Summary.
About the Ceremony
How many Sage graduates will be receiving their degrees?
The Sage Colleges will confer a total of 821 degrees and certificates at the 93rd Commencement on Saturday, May 9. This includes students who completed their requirements in August, December and May.
What degrees will be received at Commencement?
Associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as well as post-baccalaureate and post-master's certificates.
Sage College of Albany
24 associate degrees
233 bachelor's degreesRussell Sage College
215 bachelor's degreesSage Graduate School
310 master's degrees and advanced certificates
39 doctorates in Physical Therapy
Who are this year's Commencement speakers?
Women's health activist Byllye Avery and global human rights activist John Prendergast.
Who leads the procession of graduates entering?
The Chair of the Council of Faculty, Patricia O'Connor, professor of psychology.
How many times has Sage had Commencement?
This is the 93rd Commencement in Sage's history, since Russell Sage was founded in 1916.
