Convocation 2024

Convocation will take place at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, next to the AUArts Campus.

Convocation is one of the most rewarding moments in the annual life of our university when we proudly witness students’ graduation. Crossing the stage means you have completed your degree and will continue building your art, craft and design practice. This is not the end of your learning but the continuation of what we hope will be a rich and rewarding lifelong journey of learning, exploring and creating. 

Day at a glance 

11 a.m. to 12 noon: Gown pickup

12 noon to 12:30 p.m.: Mustering 

12 noon: Auditorium open for guest seating  

12:30 p.m.: Graduating class photo  

12:45 p.m.: Final call for Academic Procession

1 to 2:45 p.m.: Convocation ceremony

3 p.m.: Grad Show

3 to 4 p.m.: Gown return

Guest tickets 

Each graduate participating in Convocation may order tickets for family and friends - for this year's ceremony, there is no limit on the number of tickets you can order. You do not need to reserve a ticket for yourself. 

In early April, graduating students will receive an access code via email to select seats for your guests from the Ticketmaster site. There is no charge for these tickets. Tickets are provided electronically. 

Location & parking 

Convocation will take place at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, next to the AUArts Campus. The Jubilee Auditorium is located at 1415 14 Ave NW, Calgary, AB. 

There are several parking lots surrounding the Jubilee Auditorium. Get details on the venue and parking. 

Grad Show 

The Illingworth Kerr Gallery will host its annual Grad Show to showcase artwork from the Class of 2024's BFA, BDes and MFA graduates. The opening reception will follow the Convocation ceremony.  

Convocation 2023