Information for Graduands and Guests
It’s almost time! Everyone’s hard work and dedication have led to this momentous milestone - convocation!
Convocation is a time for celebration, it’s an opportunity to come together as a community to honour our students’ success and achievements.
But remember this event is a shared experience, let’s work together to help create a positive atmosphere to celebrate our grads!
Before the big day, here are some additional things to remember:
- All guests are required to have a ticket to attend the ceremony.
- Due to space constraints, large bags will not be allowed within the facility. We ask that you please leave any large bags in your vehicle.
- The doors of the Event Centre will open 1.5 hours before the ceremony bags.
- Enter through the marked doors to the Toronto Congress Centre North and be seated in the Event Centre at least 15 minutes before the ceremony begins.
Information for Guests:
Guest Tickets
- Guest tickets can be printed or sent electronically to guests from the graduate’s MarchingOrder account
- Guests must present a printed copy or electronic copy of their ticket to enter the Toronto Congress Centre
- Tickets are barcoded and can only be used once
- Only guests with a ticket will be allowed entry into the Convocation Hall
- The ceremony will be broadcast live for guests who are unable to attend
- More information about guest tickets
Guest Seating
- Guests should arrive 60 minutes before the start of the ceremony and be seated, in the Convocation Hall, 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the ceremony
- Seating is available on a first come, first served basis
- Guests who would like to be seated together should arrive together
- We cannot reserve groups of seats or rows in advance
- Latecomers will be directed by the ushers to be seated at a suitable time during the ceremony
Information for Graduands:
Graduand Arrival
View the complete ceremony schedule.
Graduating students are required to arrive at the Toronto Congress Centre a minimum of 90 minutes prior to the scheduled start of their ceremony.
Please arrange to leave purses and other belongings with your guests. We cannot guarantee the security of any personal items left in the Student Area.
In the student area you will:
- Pick up your gown
- Pick up your hood and GradPass name card
The Convocation Ceremony
The Marshals will provide you with instructions prior to processing into the Convocation Hall. You will be lined up in alphabetical order and by academic program. Marshals will do their best to escort latecomers into the lineup, but you risk not being in proper alphabetical order if you arrive late. The Marshals will lead you into the Convocation Hall and guide you through each part of the ceremony.
Alumni Reception
Immediately following the ceremony, all graduates and their guests are invited to join the Alumni Reception! Enjoy our photo zones, ring the UofGH Bell to symbolize the transition from student to alumni, and visit our on-site vendors. We have two additions to this year's celebration
Indigenous Medallions: Graduates who self-identify as Indigenous can receive a medallion from the Indigenous Education and Engagement table at Convocation. The medallion can be worn at Convocation to display pride in their history and culture. The medallions acknowledge the graduates’ accomplishments and underscore the importance of the tradition of gift giving to Indigenous peoples.
Legacy Family: Graduates from legacy families can stop by the table to receive a special pin and take a photo with their family. A UofGH Legacy Family consists of two or more alumni from any program or graduating class that are related. This includes parent/guardian and child, siblings, cousins, and extended family.
Following the reception, please return your gown and hood to the designated Gown Return Area. Your grad cap is yours to keep!
Not Attending Convocation?
Parchments will be mailed to the home address the University of Guelph-Humber has on file after the Convocation proceedings.