I'll be graduating from college in about two months, and recently I was talking to my mom about having a graduation party/picnic at my house after the commencement ceremony (I live 45 minutes away from my college).
I want to send out party invitations along with the graduation announcements (not to everyone I'm sending announcements to, though), to save postage... but is it proper etiquette to do so?
Also, if I don't know someone is coming to my graduation, but I'd like them to come to my party if they are, is it okay to send them the party invitation?
2007-03-21 08:10:35 · 10 answers · asked by zzilly14 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
There isn't a limit of how many people can come to my graduation, so on the invitation can I put something on there about they can come to the ceremony as well, if they'd like?
2007-03-21 08:37:38 · update #1
Yes, graduation invitations are often sent along with the announcement. Party invitations are sent either separately or with the announcement--I think it's better etiquette to send them with the invitation and announcement. That way, people can plan their evening all at the same time instead of getting a separate party invitation later. Some people print their invitations and announcements on the same card--if you did so, then send it to everyone, even if you know they're not coming to the graduation. I think it's polite to send everyone an invitation even if you know they're not coming to the graduation--some people keep them as momentoes, and, as my mother always says, "Everyone likes to be invited, even if they can't come." It will let the person know that you wish they could come, even though you understand that they can't. :)
Congrats!
2007-03-21 09:00:42 · answer #1 · answered by kacey 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, send the announcements and the invitations together. You have to clarify if the person is invited to attend the graduation ceremony as well (only if they are). Otherwise people may be confused about what their obligation is. An announcement is just that, no obligation on the receiver's part. The invitation to the party is separate and as long as you include an RSVP you shouldn't have a problem.
2007-03-21 08:22:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think sending an invitation along with your announcement is just fine. A friend of mine's son graduated from high school last year and I received the invitation with the announcement so I think it's fine. Yes you should send the invitation to the party to someone who you are not sure is coming to the ceremony especially if you really want them at your party.
CONGRATS!!
2007-03-21 08:15:04 · answer #3 · answered by heatheranne102777 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Perfectly Ok. You are telling them " Here is the ceremony , and I'll like to celebrate it with you at this party."
It actually makes sense, so people know what the party is for.
You can invite them to both things , it is up to them to decide if they'll attend both the ceremony and the party , or just the party.
Congratulations on your graduation!
2007-03-21 08:15:01 · answer #4 · answered by Georgie 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's okay to send both in one envelope. As for the last question, I would send the invitation and let them know that attending the graduation is not required in order to come to the party.
2007-03-21 08:31:50 · answer #5 · answered by VW 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO, NEVER! A graduation announcement and graduate invitation are for two totally different purposes and should never be combined.
2013-12-31 23:29:40 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I honestly don't see anything wrong with it. Just get it printed up or make it yourself as an insert to put in the ones you want to come to the picnic. However, you should probably invite everyone who lives close enough to come. If you need a number, make sure you put RSVP.
2007-03-21 08:15:53 · answer #7 · answered by Purdey EP 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think that would be fine. I didn't have a graduation party after college, but thats how I sent out my HS ones.
2007-03-21 08:14:38 · answer #8 · answered by mars1021 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely!
2007-03-21 08:45:45 · answer #9 · answered by Kabu 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, and if not who really cares im sure nobody will curse you out for it. send them.
2007-03-21 08:15:04 · answer #10 · answered by ya girl 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋