Participating in Convocation

Convocation is the final step of university study for most of our students. These new graduates add to the ever-increasing number of uOttawa ambassadors. This day holds great significance not only for the students and their relatives but also for the University of Ottawa.

Your presence as a professor or librarian shows the respect and pride that you feel for this new cohort of graduates. Moreover, students are always happy to see many faculty members on stage for the presentation of degrees. We strongly encourage you to participate in Convocation and, if you can, to meet with students and their relatives after the ceremony.

You will have a chance to congratulate doctoral students called to the stage just before they return to their seats. Afterward, you can accompany graduates backstage, where they can take photos and receive their diplomas.

The ceremony will be held at the Rogers Centre, 55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa. Please arrive at least 45 minutes early to ensure the ceremony starts on time. 

As a member of the faculty procession, please go directly to Level 1, Room 105 for robing.

Registration for the 2026 Convocation is now open until June 4, 2026.

Professors and librarians

External professors

Participating in Convocation

Convocation is the final step of university study for most of our students. These new graduates add to the ever-increasing number of uOttawa ambassadors. This day holds great significance not only for the students and their relatives but also for the University of Ottawa.

We strongly encourage you to participate in Convocation, and if you can, to meet with students and their relatives after the ceremony.

The ceremony will be held at the Rogers Centre, 55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa. Please arrive at least 45 minutes early to ensure the ceremony starts on time. 

As a member of the Ceremonial procession (Board of Governors and Senate members, and other dignitaries), please go directly to Level 1, Room 103 for robing.  

Registration for the 2026 Convocation is now open until June 4, 2026.

Board of Governors and Senate members

Ceremonial wear

All members of the procession must wear appropriate academic attire. Ceremonial clothing (gowns and hoods) is provided free of charge to professors, visiting professors, thesis supervisors, librarians and members of the Senate and Board of Governors.

Parking

To avoid traffic and parking challenges, consider taking the O-Train to Rideau Station.

The nearest parking is in a two-storey underground garage off campus connected to the Rideau Centre, with entrances on Daly Avenue and Nicholas Street. Regular rates apply. 

During Convocation, parking in the University’s Brooks, Desmarais and Mann garages is free. If you park at the University, allow 10 to 15 minutes to walk to the Rogers Centre.

Paid outdoor parking is available at 100 Marie Curie Private, and limited-time street parking can be found in the surrounding area.

Additional information

If you require more information, email Amanda Boyd of the Office of the Associate Vice-President, Student Affairs, at [email protected] or call 613-562-5800 ext. 1599.