Convocation
Ontario Tech Convocation
On June 23 and June 25 we will host our 17th and 18th convocation sessions, recognizing our graduating students’ commitment and dedication to academic success in a new virtual format. This new event format will allow us to safely honour their hard work, dedication and accomplishments with them, their family and friends, and the campus community.
Class of 2020 Convocation
Wednesday, June 23
- Virtual venue opens at 3:30 p.m.
- Ceremony at 4 p.m.
- Reception activities to follow
Class of 2021 Convocation
Friday, June 25
- Virtual venue opens at 2:30 p.m.
- Ceremony at 3 p.m.
- Reception activities to follow
Graduates!
Congratulations on your academic achievements! Visit the information for graduates section to see what we have planned and to prepare for your convocation ceremony.
Guests! Near or far your support has been instrumental in the academic journey of our graduates. Join us online for the virtual ceremonies and share your congratulations using #OntarioTechGrad. Visit the information for guests section for more information.
Frequently asked questions
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Why is the university having virtual convocation ceremonies?
Convocation is a much-celebrated occasion by our university. While we prefer to honour the accomplishments of the Class of 2020 and the Class of 2021 with a face-to-face ceremony, the restrictions in place by the Government of Ontario and public health prevent us from holding large in-person gatherings.
We have explored a variety of options to make these ceremonies a momentous one for our graduates, and their family and friends, while keeping the health and safety of everyone our top priority.
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I completed the application to graduate, when will I find out if I am eligible?
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Students completing their degree requirements in the winter 2021 semester will be notified of their graduation status in late May.
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Am I part of the Class of 2020 or Class of 2021?
The class of 2020 convocation ceremonies are for all graduates who completed degree requirements in Summer 2019, Fall 2019 and Winter 2020 semesters.
The class of 2021 convocation ceremonies are for all graduates who completed degree requirements in the Summer 2020, Fall 2020 and Winter 2021 semesters.
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Does it matter which ceremony I participate in?
Yes. To ensure you don’t miss your individual recognition you should participate in the appropriate faculty-specific ceremony.
- All faculty-specific ceremonies for the Class of 2020 will take place on Wednesday, June 23 at 4 p.m.
- All faculty-specific ceremonies for the Class of 2021 will take place on Friday, June 25 at 3 p.m.
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If I cannot participate live, will I be able to watch my ceremony at a later time or date?
Virtual convocation is an event taking place on a specific day at a specific time and we hope that you can make it. The virtual venue will remain active for 30 days with event recordings, while live activities will only be available during convocation. Ceremony recordings will be posted to the convocation website for future viewing.
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Do I have to register my guests to attend virtual convocation?
No, guests are not required to pre-register to attend virtual convocation. All attendees will be asked to enter a valid email address to enter the virtual venue.
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When will I receive my grad box?
Grad boxes started shipping and delivering the week of June 7. Due to the large volume, shipments are happening in batches.
For all domestic shipments, you will receive Purolator tracking information to your @ontariotechu.net email address when your box ships.
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I previously ordered a gown for the June 2020 Convocation ceremony, what will happen with my gown order?
Gown orders were previously carried over in hopes of a postponed in-person ceremony. You can request a refund by contacting alphaomega@gaspard.ca.
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