Edwards Center for Collaborative Research

CCR Graduates! Honors Convocation
INFORMATION FOR FELLOW & SCHOLAR STUDENTS

Honors Convocation is Wednesday, May 6, at 6 p.m. in the HTC Center. This is not a ticketed event, and students are encouraged to invite family and friends to attend this event.

We are excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our Fellow and Scholars students during Honors Convocation. This year, Fellows and Scholars will be recognized collectively, one group at a time, with students standing together from their seats. Students receiving more than one award will be asked to stand from their primary assigned seat.

Fellows should pick up their medallions from the Dean's Office before the ceremony, as they will not be distributed at Honors Convocation. Students are encouraged to wear their medallions at Honors Convocation and all commencement ceremonies as a lasting and visible symbol of this well-earned distinction. We look forward to celebrating all that you have accomplished.

Parking
Students and their guests are encouraged to park in the lots surrounding Hicks Dining Hall.

Student Check-In and Seating
All students should enter the HTC Center through Gate 3 by 5 p.m. to check in and get their seating assignment. It is important that students sit in their assigned seats (see below HTC Center diagram).

Guest Entry and Seating
Doors into the HTC Center will open at 5 p.m., and guests can enter through Gates 1 or 2. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, and tickets are not required (see below HTC Center diagram).

Recording of the Ceremony
The ceremony will be recorded and made available for viewing on the CCU Commencement YouTube Channel.

Clear Bag Policy
Coastal Carolina University will be enforcing the Clear Bag Policy. Clear bag checks will be conducted at each gate entrance. Medically necessary items are also subject to the Clear Bag Policy. The University reserves the right to search any person, their bags, and possessions carried into the event facility. A list of prohibited items is displayed at each gate entrance and can be viewed here.

Attire
Business Attire (Please note, academic regalia is not worn by the award winners/students at this ceremony.)

Questions
If you have questions regarding the ceremony, please contact the Provost’s Office at [email protected]

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Congratulations to Edwards Student Research Fellow Lauren DeCoste on her outstanding presentation at the Mental Health Symposium!

Through her interdisciplinary project, “Crafting Psychological and Environmental Wellness,” Lauren explored how creative hobbies can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while promoting sustainability and social engagement through craftivism. Her work exemplifies the kind of innovative, accessible, and impact-driven scholarship we value in the center.

We are proud of Lauren’s thoughtful research, leadership, and commitment to community well-being. Well done on this important achievement!