Graduation Day
2009
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Medical School
Graduation Luncheon - hosted by: Office of the President and the Alumni Association
Wednesday, May 27, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Crowne Plaza - Houston Reliant Park (formerly Houston Grand Plaza Hotel)
2530 South Loop West (Kirby at 610 Loop)
Click here for information on the Crowne Plaza discounted BCM Graduation room rate for family and friends.
No limit to the number of family members attending. Seating is open. The dress is casual – meaning slacks and a polo or button down shirt for men. Women can wear casual dresses or slacks.
Commencement
Wednesday, May 27, 7:00 p.m.
Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
615 Louisiana
Downtown Houston
Commencement Address by:
Veteran NASA Astronaut
Major General Charles F. Bolden, Jr.
U.S. Marine Corps (retired)
There is no limit to the number of guests that can attend. Ceremony will last approximately one hour and 45 minutes. Doors open and seating begins at 5:30 p.m. There is ample room for wheelchair bound attendees. Professional ushers are available for seating assistance.
Graduates should arrive no later than 6 p.m. Be aware that parking availibility/street construction/ special events in the downtown area could delay your arrival.