Congratulations, Graduates!

Loyalist College invites you to attend our 57th Annual Convocation ceremonies. Join us in celebrating this momentous occasion as we come together to commend our graduates, the newest members of our growing alumni family.


Save the date

Attention, grads! Take a look at the schedule below to find your ceremony date. Be sure to share the news with your family and friends. They’ll want to be there to cheer you on as you make your way across the stage!

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Convocation Schedule

FAQs for the BIG Day

Check back to this page regularly for updates and keep an eye on your email!


Convocation ceremonies, June 4 – 7, 2024

Construction sign With summer road construction well underway, give yourself extra travel time to make it to your ceremony. Construction sign

Programs

  • Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training
  • Community and Justice Services
  • Customs Border Services
  • Protection Security and Investigation
  • Paralegal
  • Police Foundations
  • Massage Therapy
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant & Physiotherapist Assistant

Programs

  • Child and Youth Care
  • Developmental Services Worker
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Social Service Worker
  • Fitness and Health Promotion
  • Recreation and Leisure Services - Sports

Programs

  • Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
  • General Arts and Science - Certificate
  • General Arts and Science - Diploma
  • Advertising and Marketing Communications - Creative Design
  • Broadcasting - Radio
  • Broadcasting - Television, Filmmaking & Digital Content Creation
  • Interactive Media Development - Animation & Game Development
  • Journalism - Communications
  • Photojournalism
  • Advanced Filmmaking - Digital Content Creation
  • Public Relations - Event Management

Programs

  • Business
  • Business - Accounting
  • Business - Finance and Analytics
  • Business Sales and Marketing
  • Esthetics and Spa Management
  • Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • Financial Technology
  • Global Business Management

Programs

  • Paramedic
  • Personal Support Worker
  • Nursing - Degree
  • Practical Nursing

Programs

  • Continuing Education
  • Community Integration through Cooperative Education
  • Culinary Skills
  • Culinary Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Project Management
  • Supply Chain Management - Global Logistics

 

Programs

  • Carpentry and Renovation Techniques
  • Carpentry and Renovation Technician
  • Electrical Techniques
  • Electrical Engineering Technician - Industrial
  • Electromechanical Engineering Technician - Mechatronics
  • Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Techniques
  • Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
  • Mechanical Techniques
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technician
  • Motive Power - Automotive Apprenticeship
  • Motive Power Fundamentals-Parts and Counter Personnel
  • Motive Power Technician - Service and Management
  • Welding Techniques
  • Welding and Fabrication Technician

Programs

  • Radiation Safety
  • Biotechnology
  • Biotechnology - Advanced
  • Chemical Engineering Technician
  • Chemical Engineering Technology
  • Environmental Technician
  • Environmental Technology
  • Architectural Technician
  • Architectural Technology
  • Civil Engineering Technician
  • Civil Engineering Technology
  • Construction Engineering Technician
  • Survey Engineering Technician
  • Computer Systems Technician
  • Cyber Security

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

To help you and your guests prepare for the Convocation ceremonies, take a peek at the FAQs below. 

Students who have successfully completed the academic requirements for their program are eligible to graduate.

You will receive your credential at Convocation. If you are not able to attend, your credential will be mailed to the current Canadian address you have in Banner. Instructions for updating your mailing address can be found here. Your student financial account must be clear in order to receive your credential.

Graduates are not required to register in advance.

You can bring as many guests to Convocation as you’d like. For anyone who cannot attend in-person, simply go to https://loyalistcollege.com/ and follow the link to view the live stream. The videos will also be posted online.

 Dress in whatever makes you feel most comfortable. All graduates will receive a gown to wear for the ceremony and photos.

 Please arrive at least one hour before the ceremony to ensure you have time to check-in, put on your gown, and line up for the procession.

Parking for persons with limited mobility will be provided in the parking lots near the Kente building.  Anyone who requires extra assistance should contact AccessAbility Services at 613-969-1913, ext. 2519 or advising@loyalistcollege.com. Those who have arranged special parking or assistance should inform the security guard when they arrive.

Yes, accessible seating is available for our graduates and guests. Please contact AccessAbility Services at advising@loyalistcollege.com or 613-969-1913, ext. 2519.

 Grad photos will be offered before and after each ceremony – no appointment necessary. Drop by room 1H6A to have your photo taken.

 A variety of frames will be available for purchase at Convocation. To view frame options and purchase a frame online, please visit our online store at https://loyalist.mdf-store.ca/.

Loyalist College visitors receive 5% off the best flex rate of the day at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Belleville. To unlock this special rate, notify the Holiday Inn that you are with Loyalist College upon booking.