 other faq other faq other frequently asked questions convocation 2019 how many guests can i bring  each graduand is allowed four 4 invitations each invitation admits one 1 guest is there a deadline to indicate that i will be unable to attend the graduation ceremony  all graduands are required to confirm their attendance at the convocation ceremonies by 2pm or 1400h on friday november 15 and 22 2019 for the turkeyen berbice campuses respectively how long is the ceremony  approximately 2 ½ hrs will refreshments be served  no does the university cater for persons with disabilities who may be graduating or attending as guests  we can accommodate special requests however you are required to inform the students welfare officer no later than monday november 11th 2019 for turkeyen and monday november 18th 2019 for berbice  i am a foreign student and will not be available to attend the ceremony how can i receive my certificate  you may authorize someone to uplift your certificate on your behalf said authorization can be delivered to the students welfare office before your departure webmaster mon 10222018 1441  