Ceremony details
Did you know?
Graduation and convocation are different. Graduation is the official recognition that you have completed all your program requirements and are entitled to claim the credential you have earned. Convocation is the ceremony where the chair of the Athabasca University Board of Governors confers your degree.Attending convocation is optional for our grads—so applying to graduate does not automatically register you to attend convocation. To have your name and credential announced during the presentation of degrees, you must register before the deadline of May 31, 2024.
Important Dates
April 30, 2024 – Deadline to apply to graduate and be able to participate in this year's convocation ceremony. All final grades must be received by the Office of the Registrar, and all program requirements must be completed by this date.
May 31, 2024 – Deadline to register for Convocation 2024. See below for more information.
June 19 and 20, 2024 – Convocation 2024 in Athabasca, Alta.
Location
Athabasca University’s Convocation 2024 will take place in our home community of Athabasca, Alberta. The Convocation 2024 ceremonies will be held at the Athabasca Regional Multiplex followed by activities on campus at Athabasca University.
Athabasca Regional Multiplex 2 University Dr, Athabasca, AB T9S 0A3 | Athabasca University 1 University Dr, Athabasca, AB T9S 0A3 |
Ceremony dates
Wednesday, June 19 | Thursday, June 20 |
Faculty of Science and Technology | Faculty of Business Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Schedule of events
All times listed in Mountain
8 a.m. | Departure from host hotels in Edmonton | Transportation will be provided to transport graduates and their guests from the host hotels in Edmonton to Athabasca and back. There will be a minimal fee to hold your spot on the bus. |
10 a.m. | Arrival at Athabasca Regional Multiplex | Grads arrive to check in, receive gown and hood, and line up for convocation procession. Ceremony hall is open for general first come first serve seating. |
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Athabasca Regional Multiplex | Convocation 2024 ceremony |
1 p.m. | Athabasca University campus | Convocation 2024 festival Food services available for purchase |
3 p.m. | Athabasca University campus | Departure from Athabasca |
5 p.m. | Arrival at host hotels in Edmonton |
Accommodations
Athabasca University has secured preferred rates at the following hotels in Edmonton, Alta.
Visit Athabasca provides options for alternative accommodations. Free RV parking is available at the Athabasca Regional Multiplex.
Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel 4236 36 St E, Edmonton International Airport, AB T9E 0V4 | DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton 16615 109 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5P 4K8 | Home2 Suites by Hilton West Edmonton 16615 109 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5P 4K8 |
Ideal for those flying into Edmonton or driving from southern Alberta with ample free parking available. | Conveniently located on the west side of Edmonton with ample free parking. | An affordable option located across the parking lot from the DoubleTree on the west side of Edmonton |
Rate: $199 CAN per night Booking deadline: Friday, May 24, 2024 Book your Athabasca University rate | Rate: $165 CAN per night Booking deadline: Sunday, May 19, 2024 Book your Athabasca University rate | Rate: $139 CAN per night Booking deadline: Sunday, May 19, 2024 Book your Athabasca University rate |
Getting to Athabasca
Transportation will be provided to transport graduates and their guests from the host hotels in Edmonton to Athabasca and back. There will be a minimal fee to hold your spot on the bus. This option can be reserved during registration.
You are also free to take a drive through the lovely countryside if you’d prefer to drive to Athabasca yourself. There is plenty of free parking available onsite.
Register for Convocation 2024
Registration opens on May 1, 2024. A link to the online registration page will be emailed to eligible graduates at that time and available here when registration opens. Please ensure your preferred email address is correct in your MyAU account.
To have your name and credential announced during the degree presentation, you must register before midnight on May 31, 2024. Late registrations will not be accepted.
Convocation in absentia
Convocation in absentia means you are not attending convocation in person but would like to have your name included in the presentation of degrees. You can register for convocation to have your name, degree, and an optional photo included in a pre-recorded, virtual presentation posted on the convocation website on convocation day!
Things you need to know about Convocation 2024
Questions?
Check out the frequently asked questions or reach out to the convocation team. We'd be happy to help!
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Updated April 18, 2024 by Digital & Web Operations, University Relations (web_services@athabascau.ca)