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Convocation

The annual Convocation is a formal ceremony that welcomes and celebrates new students and their families as members of the Â鶹ɫÇéƬ community.

Faculty and administrators process in full academic regalia and new students and their families are greeted by leaders from the University community. Students will take the Academic Integrity Pledge in the presence of family members, fellow students, and the University staff and faculty.

Convocation 2025 will be on Monday, August 25th at 4:00 p.m.

Ceremony Information

WHEN: Monday, August 25th, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Campus Recreation Center 

We realize that some family members will not be able to join us in person for the Convocation Ceremony; .  We recommend that you start the link at 3:45 p.m. to witness our students process. 

We encourage families to determine a meeting place after the ceremony in the vicinity of the Campus Recreation Center or Commons to say their goodbyes.

Requests for any type of accommodations for hearing, mobility, or other needs should email or contact Robin Lancaster in Student Programs, Leadership, & Orientation at rnlancaster@rwu.edu or by phone at (401) 254-3088 by August 4th.

For more information regarding the Convocation ceremony, please contact the Department of Student Programs, Leadership, & Orientation at (401) 254-3088.