FAQ

Access to the convocation platform is available here. You must be registered in order to access the site.

Usernames and passwords were sent out by email to the email address you used when you registered for convocation. Please check your spam folder if you have not seen your login information.

Questions regarding requirements for graduation and application status can be directed to the Office of the Registrar by emailing grad-app@athabascau.ca.

No, graduands are not required to participate in Convocation—but we hope you will join the celebration acknowledging your incredible achievement!

Yes. You will need to indicate whether you will participate in the virtual ceremony or not. Invitations to register for Convocation have been sent to all eligible graduands (check your preferred email address listed on your myAU account). The deadline to register to participate is May 31, 2021.

We try our very best to reach each and every graduand as we know Convocation is important! Please check your junk mail folder and ensure your contact information is correct or update it by logging into MyAU here. If you have not received an invitation and believe you should have, please contact the Convocation Events Team at convocation@athabascau.ca.

Your family and friends will have access to the virtual platform to be able to share in the celebrations with you! Register your guests when you register yourself for Convocation and they will receive a unique link to access the Convocation platform on Thursday, June 10.

Yes! We have two grad-only rehearsal nights prior to convocation to offer the opportunity to start connecting with classmates in our virtual lounges. On the day of Convocation, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with classmates and network on our virtual platform.

Keep an eye on your inbox during the week of June 7!

Yes, if you choose to participate. You will need to complete the Eligible Student Information Form (this will be included with your invitation) to have your name included in the ceremony. We have developed a live moment where grads who choose to participate will be featured on-screen during the Presentation of Degrees. Grads attending convocation have received information on the rehearsal nights to ensure the presentation of degrees goes smoothly on June 11, 2021. 

To facilitate over 700 grads getting their special moment on our virtual stage, grads are divided by faculty and program, and then into groups of eight or nine alphabetically. Each group will join a Microsoft Teams meeting using the unique link you were provided by email. This will be the same link you will use on June 11 during the ceremony. Each grouping will be "on stage" between two to four minutes and when your name is read your image will be featured. 

During convocation we will have push notifications reminding you of the next Teams meeting call time.

Not a problem! A recording of the ceremony will be available after and will be posted to the convocation website. This can be shared with friends, family, and colleagues, so they can take part in your accomplishments—or host a virtual viewing party for you!

We do need your permission to include you in the Presentation of Degrees. If you are unable to attend but would like to be included in the presentation, please RSVP 'not attending' via your Convocation invitation and indicate that you would like your name included. If you are not attending and do not wish to be part of the Presentation of Degrees, there is no action required.

We've got you covered. Our Convocation Team is on standby at convocation@athabascau.ca to help you with any issues.

You need a device with a camera and microphone to take part in the Microsoft Teams meeting and the virtual networking lounges. For the best experience, we recommend using a desktop, laptop, or tablet. The platform does work on mobile devices but will not have the full experience as the other devices. 

Tip: If using a mobile device, make sure you have something to set your phone on so you can maintain a steady camera.

During the ceremony, grads can expect to see the Convocation Procession, speeches from our platform party, honorary doctors, the Governor General Medal winners, and the Presentation of Degrees with a live moment featuring AU's graduands.  

There will be no in-person convocation events this year. However, during each ceremony the faculties will have virtual networking lounges giving you the opportunity to celebrate with your faculty.

Please feel free to wear whatever you like—this is your day, and we want you to be you! If you have full academic regalia and you'd like to wear it, do it! The easiest way to wear what was provided in your grad box is simple. Wear your cap and tassel with a plain black shirt. If you are receiving a master’s or bachelor’s degree you would have also been provided a hood as well. If you already own academic regalia, please feel free to wear that too.

All grad boxes have been shipped with enough time to reach your destination prior to June 11th. Please check shipping times to your area at CanadaPost.ca as we cannot provide shipping status on individual boxes. You can still participate in Convocation even if you haven’t received your grad box. 

AU offers graduation every month. On approval of your application to graduate, your parchment will be mailed to you, as we do with all graduates today. Please ensure that your mailing address is correct in your myAU account.

Your name, as it is recorded on your student academic record, will be displayed on the parchment. If you have recently changed your name or would like to make changes to the name on your student file, you must notify the Office of the Registrar by completing and submitting the student change of information form and emailing the Academic Records unit at acrec@athabascau.ca.

You can find more information on where to purchase AU memorabilia on the Convocation website or online at the AU store.

It must be an infrequent one! Please reach out to our team at convocation@athabascau.ca.