Information for Students

Convocation Checklist

Before Convocation

1. Verify your eligibility to graduate.
   In order to apply to graduate, you must have completed or be in the process of completing all requirements for the credential you are seeking. See the Convocation procedures and graduation information.
2. Complete and submit an Application for Graduation Form (pdf). 
3. Receive your Convocation invitation.
4. Complete the student response form, and complete the Biographical Information request, as part of the RSVP process.
5. Check the date for your Convocation ceremony.
6. If you would like to have a graduation portrait taken, book an appointment with our photographer.
   

Convocation Day – Before the Ceremony

• Check the daily schedule for event details.
  
• Parking attendants will direct you to an available parking space.
• Go to the gowning room by 10:30 am to put on your gown and join the Convocation procession.
• Leave your personal belongings with a family member or friend or check them at the coat room.
  

Convocation Day – After the Ceremony

• Return your gown and hood to the gowning room. If you would like to buy a hood, you can do so in the merchandise area before or after the Convocation ceremony.
• Attend the Alumni  Association luncheon.
• Parchment frames, rings and other AU merchandise will be also be available for purchase in the merchandise area.

Graduation Application Deadlines

For Convocation in June, Applications for Graduation must be submitted by April 1st, and all requirements must be met by the end of the first week in May. For information regarding your application status please contact Yvette Hetze, Office of the Registrar, at 1-800-788-9041, extension 6258.

Updated March 07, 2013