Graduation & Convocation

Fall Convocation 2013

Graduates and their guests are invited to attend Fall Convocation 2013 being held at Mount Royal University on Friday, Nov. 1, 2013. Convocation offers graduates the time-honoured tradition of celebrating their accomplishments with faculty, peers, family and friends.

We respect that Convocation is a day to celebrate accomplishments with friends and family; however, due to capacity limitations of our space, guest attendance will be limited to four per graduand.

Ceremony Times

What is the difference between Graduation and Convocation?

Graduation marks the completion of your studies — you have successfully completed all of the necessary requirements in your program. As a result, you will receive an academic degree, diploma or certificate.

Convocation is a time-honoured tradition that commemorates students' accomplishments. It refers to the formal ceremony where the administration, faculty, the Mount Royal community, your family and friends honour your achievements.

Valedictorian

The Valedictorian provides a formal address to all fellow graduating students and to faculty and guests at Convocation. Any Mount Royal student, staff, or faculty member can nominate a graduating student to be Valedictorian. Potential candidates should be graduating and convocating at either the Spring or Fall convocation, and must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2, be a strong public speaker, and have a history of involvement in campus or community activities.

Visit the Valedictorian page for more details or to nominate a student.