--- title: Resources for Graduation Event Professionals | Terminology description: Terminology | Resources for school administrators responsible for their institution's commencements, grad fair, ring ceremony, or regalia distribution events. --- [![GradImages Logo](https://resources.gradimages.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GI_LOGO.jpg?width=307&height=40&name=GI_LOGO.jpg "GradImages Logo")](https://resources.gradimages.com) # Resources for Graduation Event Professionals ## [An overview of public relations photography at commencement](https://resources.gradimages.com/an-overview-of-public-relations-photography-at-commencement) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/GradImages/images/public-relations-photograph-03.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/an-overview-of-public-relations-photography-at-commencement) Public relations (PR) photographs are candid, fun, memorable pictures taken before, during, and after a commencement ceremony. Photographers have more flexibility and artistic discretion when taking PR images than they do taking ceremony images, such as [handshake photographs](https://resources.gradimages.com/the-proper-distance-for-a-handshake-photographer-at-commencement). They enjoy exploring the creative side of their job to help capture the true spirit and emotion of graduation. [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/an-overview-of-public-relations-photography-at-commencement) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/an-overview-of-public-relations-photography-at-commencement#comments-listing) Topics: [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Commencement Photography](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-photography) [GradImages](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/gradimages) ## [How GradImages' facial recognition technology works](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-gradimages-facial-recognition-technology-works) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/GradImages/IconicID.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-gradimages-facial-recognition-technology-works) When graduates are individually recognized on stage, we are able to determine precisely who each person is by virtue of the fact that names are announced. However, it is not easy to individually identify [public relations (PR) images](https://resources.gradimages.com/an-overview-of-public-relations-photography-at-commencement) of graduates taken before or after the ceremony. This is because photographers capture PR images "in the moment," and cannot always document each person's name before moving on to the next opportunity. The result is that these images are put into a large "gallery" with hundreds of other PR images, and graduates often need to browse through them all in order to find their own. [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-gradimages-facial-recognition-technology-works) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-gradimages-facial-recognition-technology-works#comments-listing) Topics: [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Customer Choices](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/customer-choices) [Commencement Photography](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-photography) ## [GradImages is already preparing for your next graduation](https://resources.gradimages.com/gradimages-is-already-preparing-for-your-next-graduation) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/public-relations-photograph-13.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/gradimages-is-already-preparing-for-your-next-graduation) With most schools now back in session after the summer break, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the commencement season that is now behind us, and look ahead to the 2019-2020 academic year. It was an exciting summer at GradImages, and we are very grateful for the event coordinators at our client schools who made everything happen. What we do would not be possible without your hard work! [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/gradimages-is-already-preparing-for-your-next-graduation) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/gradimages-is-already-preparing-for-your-next-graduation#comments-listing) Topics: [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Customer Choices](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/customer-choices) [Commencement Photography](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-photography) [GradImages](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/gradimages) ## [Considerations for two lines of graduates at commencement](https://resources.gradimages.com/considerations-for-two-lines-of-graduates-at-commencement) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/GradImages/images/Single_Line.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/considerations-for-two-lines-of-graduates-at-commencement) The majority of commencements across North America have graduates crossing the stage in only one direction, either right-to-left or left-to-right.  When commencement professionals talk about a ceremony having two lines, they are referring to a process by which graduates approach and cross the stage from two different directions simultaneously.  (The word "simultaneously" is important.) [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/considerations-for-two-lines-of-graduates-at-commencement) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/considerations-for-two-lines-of-graduates-at-commencement#comments-listing) Topics: [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Commencement Photography](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-photography) [Commencement Preparation](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-preparation) ## [Difference between graduates and commencement participants](https://resources.gradimages.com/difference-between-graduates-and-commencement-participants) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/difference-between-graduate-and-commencement-participant.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/difference-between-graduates-and-commencement-participants) In the context of commencement ceremonies, the terms "graduates" and "participants" are often used interchangeably, but can have different meanings. And in discussions with your vendors and providers, clarifying which term is being used is key. [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/difference-between-graduates-and-commencement-participants) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/difference-between-graduates-and-commencement-participants#comments-listing) Topics: [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Commencement Preparation](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-preparation) [GradImages](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/gradimages) ## [How clothing can cause problems with green screens at commencement](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-clothing-can-cause-problems-with-green-screens-at-commencement) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/green-in-accessories-thumbnail.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-clothing-can-cause-problems-with-green-screens-at-commencement) Green screen technology is ideally suited for a studio environment, where the photographer has precise control over the individual(s) being photographed and their clothing, and where there are no constraints on the amount of time it takes to capture each image. [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-clothing-can-cause-problems-with-green-screens-at-commencement) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/how-clothing-can-cause-problems-with-green-screens-at-commencement#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/technology) [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Customer Choices](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/customer-choices) [Best Practices](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/best-practices) [Commencement Preparation](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/commencement-preparation) ## [Differences between photographic paper finishes](https://resources.gradimages.com/differences-between-photograph-paper-finishes) by [GradImages Staff](https://resources.gradimages.com/author/gradimages-staff) [![{ content.name }}](https://resources.gradimages.com/hubfs/photo-printer.jpg)](https://resources.gradimages.com/differences-between-photograph-paper-finishes) There are essentially four different photo finishes used in photograph printing today:   [Continue Reading **](https://resources.gradimages.com/differences-between-photograph-paper-finishes) [** 0 Comments](https://resources.gradimages.com/differences-between-photograph-paper-finishes#comments-listing) Topics: [Terminology](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/terminology) [Customer Choices](https://resources.gradimages.com/topic/customer-choices) [All Posts](https://resources.gradimages.com/all) Search Resource Articles ### Most Popular ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Best Practices (24)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/best-practices) - [Commencement Preparation (23)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/commencement-preparation) - [Commencement Photography (21)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/commencement-photography) - [GradImages (20)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/gradimages) - [COVID (8)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/covid) - [Terminology (7)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/terminology) - [Customer Choices (6)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/customer-choices) - [Technology (5)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/technology) - [Innovation (4)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/innovation) - [New & Noteworthy (4)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/new-noteworthy) - [Composite Photography (3)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/composite-photography) - [Commencement Staff (2)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/commencement-staff) - [Etiquette (2)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/etiquette) - [Grad Fair Photography (2)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/grad-fair-photography) - [News (2)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/news) - [Student Portraits (2)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/student-portraits) - [Group Photographs (1)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/group-photographs) - [Legal (1)](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/legal) [see all](https://resources.gradimages.com/tag/terminology#) ### Contact **GradImages** PO Box 182829 Tallahassee, FL 32318 800.261.2576 Follow Us [![facebook](https://resources.gradimages.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GradImages/images/facebook.png?width=36&height=36&name=facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/gradimages/)[![twitter](https://resources.gradimages.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GradImages/images/twitter.png?width=36&height=36&name=twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/gradimages?lang=en)[![instagram](https://resources.gradimages.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GradImages/Instagram.png?width=36&height=36&name=Instagram.png)](https://www.instagram.com/gradimages/?hl=en) ### From Our Blog # To sign up for email notifications when a new article is posted, please click the link below: [![Subscribe](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5011865/667b0983-4e55-4d5f-bf36-9da3f526a349.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5011865/667b0983-4e55-4d5f-bf36-9da3f526a349) [Privacy Policy](https://resources.gradimages.com/privacy-statement)  |  [Terms of Use](https://resources.gradimages.com/terms-of-use)  |  [Careers](http://iconicgroup.com/careers.html) © 2025 GradImages, a division of Iconic Group, Inc. 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