Join us in Celebrating the MDA Classes of 2024
Our MDA graduating classes of 2024 are composed of leaders in a wide variety of fields. Coming from all over the world, they represent the global interdisciplinary collaboration needed to address some of today’s most complex challenges. We are honored to gather the international community of people who have supported them on their journey for this special graduation. On May 20th & 21st 2024, we invite friends and family to join the official Graduation Ceremony (Part I, online & Part II, in person). To register please see the information below.
Student & Guest Registration
We are so excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our MDA Classes of 2024 with the family and friends who have supported them along their journey to graduation.
On May 20th, 2024, every student can invite five or more guests to The Lyrical, the first part of the Graduation Ceremony hosted online, and two guests to join the second part of the Graduation Ceremony, hosted in person on May 21st. Master degree candidates, please register yourself and your guests for the official Graduation Ceremony using the registration link.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Procedures & Policies
For guests traveling from outside of the United States, you can request for a Visa Application Support Letter via the form to attend the ceremony on May 21st. We'd also like to remind you to check the US government policy with regards to Covid-19 travel restrictions before booking your flight tickets.
For all in-person events a mask is not required, wearing one is your choice. We require you to show no Covid-19 symptoms within 10 days of the event and to be fully vaccinated.
Graduation Schedule
It is with excitement that we welcome students to participate in a series of month-long Manifest events. Please note that changes in schedule might still occur depending on Covid-19 and Health Guidelines. Venues & timing will be updated as things are finalized & will be communicated immediately to MDA students.
MDA Dinner
TBD | May 19
We invite MDA graduates to dinner in San Francisco with members of the Graduate team & Cabinet as a part of the Minerva Graduation.
The Lyrical
Online | May 20
7:30 - 9:00 am PST
This is the first part of the Minerva Graduation for Masters Students. The Minerva community including guests, faculty, and staff are invited to come and celebrate the achievements of the class of 2024, including personalized acknowledgements to each student.
Degree Conferral Ceremony
The Hibernia, San Francisco | May 21
3:00–7:00 pm PST
This is the second part of the Minerva Graduation for Masters Students. Graduates and two of their guests are invited to celebrate the Class of 2024 with delicious food and drinks, including Minerva's diploma ritual. Dress code: Formal or Traditional attire.
Valete, Salvete
Pandora Karaoke Bar | May 21
Say goodbye (valete) to being a student and hello (salvete) to being a Minerva Alum! Minerva graduates are invited to join the Alumni for this Graduation tradition. Mix and mingle with Alumni, participate in alumni initiation, and let loose in celebration of Graduation!
More Information
Details will be added & communicated as we get closer to May. Students can add all events to their calendar using their Minerva email address, Graduation Google Calendar.
For any questions regarding Graduation, you can access the FAQ and email us at graduation@minerva.edu
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