Senior Convocation
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Convocation
The Senior Convocation Ceremony is a Cornell tradition that takes place during the Senior Days leading up to Commencement Weekend. Convocation is a student-led event that celebrates the accomplishments of the undergraduate graduating class. Highlights of the event include a student speaker, a student poet, student organization performances, University leadership, and an invited guest speaker.
Convocation will begin on May 23 in Barton Hall with a Pre-Convocation Celebration 11:30am-1pm. The ceremony will begin at 1pm and conclude at 2:30pm. Immediately following Convocation, Alumni Affairs & Development is hosting the official Class of 2024 Class Photo. Full details below!
Events
Class of 2024 Pre-Convocation Celebration | Barton Hall | 11:30-1pm
The Senior Convocation Committee invites you to celebrate before the ceremony in Barton Hall! Class of 2024 merch, snacks, photobooths, music, and more will be at the Teagle-side entrance of Barton Hall from 11:30am-1pm. Merch and snacks are limited so come early and hang out with your friends!
2024 Convocation Ceremony | Barton Hall | 1-2:30pm
The 2024 Convocation Ceremony will take place on Thursday May 23th from 1-2:30pm in Barton Hall, with doors opening at 11:30am. Plan to arrive by 12:50pm at the latest, as we will begin offering remaining seats to "day-of" guests at that time. Senior Convocation is for undergraduate graduates part of the Class of 2024 (December '23, May '24, December '24). We will invite graduating graduate/professional students and finally current Cornell community members as space allows.
Questions about Senior Convocation can be directed to the Campus Activities office at activities@cornell.edu.