Spotlight on Fall 2022 Convocation

Gazette
Convocation
Student life
Published on November 10, 2022
Students getting ready to cross the stage
Twice a year, thousands of students receive their diplomas. It’s always an emotional, unforgettable time filled with great joy and pride. We captured some of these precious moments during the Fall 2022 Convocation, and here are a few highlights.
Students taking selfie with the president on the stage
Graduates freeze this moment in time by taking a picture with the chancellor and the president to post on social media.
happy students taking a selfie with their new diplomas
Faculty of Social Sciences graduates take a group photo to remember the good times they shared.
Class presidents Carlos Rivas, Kristen Thomasen, and Catriona Czyrnyj giving their speeches
Valedictorians Carlos Rivas, Kristen Thomasen, and Catriona Czyrnyj delivered stirring, sincere messages full of hope for the future and for the next chapter of their lives, which begins as they receive their degrees.
People applauding at the ceremonies
A wave of applause for our graduates, their loved ones, and their professors.
Students crossing the stage in a distinct way
A few more memorable moments on stage…
Student doing acrobatics on stage
This Social Sciences graduate was also something of an acrobat!
Graduates with children
Some graduates were accompanied by the next generation!
Hugs at the ceremonies between the new graduates and their loved ones
Convocation means receiving a diploma – and plenty of congratulations!