Nipissing University Convocation

Convocation is an important milestone in your academic journey and a time to celebrate the culmination of your hard work, dedication and contributions to the Nipissing University community.

Are You Ready To Graduate?

You Must Apply to Graduate

All students must apply to graduate during their last term of studies regardless of whether they will be attending the formal convocation ceremony. Applications for graduation are available on WebAdvisor under your Academic Profile.

Please ensure that your mailing address is up to date on WebAdvisor.​

Diplomas will automatically be mailed to those students who graduate "in absentia".

Double majors can view their majors in the Academic Profile section of WebAdvisor. The major listed first is the ceremony you will attend; for example, if you are receiving your Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and History, you should attend the Sociology ceremony.

Deadline to Apply to Graduate

The deadline for June 2025 Convocation is April 1st, 2025.

Please e-mail: graduation@nipissingu.ca with any questions regarding the status of your application.

Transcripts

​Please click here for more information on Transcripts.

Get Ready for the Ceremony

Can I get graduation photos done before Convocation?

For more information on Graduation Photography, click here

Please email the Alumni Office at alumni@nipissingu.ca if you have questions or concerns about graduation photography. 

On site photography will be available through Everest Photography during the 2025 Convocation ceremonies. Information, including session times for each ceremony, will be shared here when available.

Are the ceremonies in person? Where do the ceremonies take place?

Yes, all ceremonies will take place in person at the R.J. Surtees Student Athletics Centre, 100 College Drive, North Bay, Ontario.

Do you need a letter for your guests to travel and attend the Convocation?

If you require a letter for your guests to be able to travel to attend your Convocation ceremony, please contact: convocation@nipissingu.ca

Include the following information:

  • Your program of study
  • Your guest(s) name(s) and their relationship to you

How do I get my regalia (gown & hood)?

You do not need to pre-order your regalia (gown & hood) and there is no charge.

You may pick up your regalia from Fitness Room #2 beginning 1 hour before your ceremony

Please try to arrive no later than 30 minutes ahead of your ceremony.

Please return your regalia in Fitness Room #2 no later than one hour after the completion of your ceremony.

Indigenous graduates, faculty and other participants may choose to wear traditional Indigenous attire, with or in lieu of a gown, at all convocation ceremonies. The hood may be carried rather than worn depending on cultural protocols. Nipissing University acknowledges the diversity of Indigenous peoples, communities, and nations. As such it is recognized that traditional Indigenous attire may vary.

How long is my Convocation ceremony?

Convocation ceremonies vary between an hour and a half to two hours (1.5-2) in length.

How many guests can I invite?

Graduates are asked to limit their guests to a maximum of 4 people to allow all graduates to bring their supporters.

There is no ticket system to attend the convocation ceremonies.

Will the ceremonies be livestreamed?

Yes, the convocation ceremonies will be livestreamed at: http://live.nipissingu.ca/NULive.html

Will graduates receive more instructions and information?

All graduates are sent an Information Package and instructions at the end of May with information for the June ceremonies.

Where and how do I pick-up my degree?

Graduates must present photo identification to pick up their degree. You cannot have someone else pick up your degree.

Degrees can be picked up after the ceremony in Fitness Room #2 when you return your regalia. A reminder that you must return your regalia within an hour of the ceremony finishing.

If you are not planning to attend Convocation, your degree will be mailed to you before the end of July.

Please ensure that your mailing address on WebAdvisor is up to date.

How will I get my degree if I am not attending Convocation?

If you are not planning to attend Convocation, your degree will be mailed to you before the end of July.

Please ensure that your mailing address on WabAdvisor is up to date.

Convocation Checklist

Checklist to get ready for this year's celebrations:

Apply to Graduate. The deadline for June 2025 Convocation is April 1st, 2025.
Ensure your mailing address is up to date on WebAdvisor for degree mailing
Tell your family and friends to Save the Date for your special day
Order your degree frame early to make sure it arrives on time!
Use the hashtag #NUConvocation on social media to share how you are celebrating

Graduate Information

Are you ready to graduate?
Photography, Gowns and Regalia

Family and Guests

Information regarding family and guests joining for an in-person Convocation.

Celebrate

Show off your Nipissing pride and celebrate with us!

Alumni

You are now a member

Traditions

Mace, Coat of Arms, Honorary Degrees

Faculty Information

Regalia, procession

Convocation Ceremony Schedule

  • Tuesday
    1
    Apr
    Academic, Convocation
    Add to Calendar 2025-04-01 00:00:00 2025-03-28 06:17:49 Graduation Application Deadline Application deadline for 2022 June Convocation. All students must apply to graduate during their last term of studies.  Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

    Application deadline for 2025 June Convocation

    All students must apply to graduate during their last term of studies.
    Applications for graduation are available on WebAdvisor under your Academic Profile.
    Diplomas will automatically be mailed to those students once approved by the Academic Senate.

    Please ensure that your mailing address is up to date on WebAdvisor.

  • Tuesday
    10
    Jun
    Convocation
    9:30 am - 11:30 am
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-10 09:30:00 2025-06-10 11:30:00 Schulich School of Education Convocation morning PhD in Educational Sustainability, Master of Education (MEd), Master of Science Kinesiology (MScKin), Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (BPHE), Indigenous Teacher Certification Program, Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program, Teacher of Indigenous Languages as a Second Language, Bachelor of Education - Concurrent, Intermediate/Senior Robert J. Surtees Athletic Centre Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

    Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, Schulich School of Education, including:

    Schulich School of Education

    PhD in Educational Sustainability
    Master of Education (MEd)
    Master of Science Kinesiology (MScKin)
    Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (BPHE)
    Bachelor of Education (BEd)
    - Intermediate/Senior
  • Tuesday
    10
    Jun
    Convocation
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-10 14:00:00 2025-06-10 16:00:00 Schulich School of Education Convocation afternoon Bachelor of Education (BEd) - Consecutive Primary/Junior, Consecutive Junior/Intermediate Robert J. Surtees Athletic Centre Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

    Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, Schulich School of Education, including:

    Schulich School of Education

    Indigenous Teacher Certification Program (ITCP)
    Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program (ICADP)
    Teacher of Indigenous Languages as a Second Language (TILSL)
    Bachelor of Education (BEd)
    - Primary/Junior
    - Junior/Intermediate
  • Wednesday
    11
    Jun
    Convocation
    9:30 am - 11:30 am
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-11 09:30:00 2025-06-11 11:30:00 Nursing Convocation Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) convocation ceremony. Robert J. Surtees Athletic Centre Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

    Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, School of Nursing, including:

    School of Nursing

    Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
  • Wednesday
    11
    Jun
    Convocation
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-11 14:00:00 2025-06-11 16:00:00 Business, Criminal Justice, Social Work Convocation School of Business, School of Criminal Justice, School of Social Work convocation Robert J. Surtees Athletic Centre Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

    Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, Schools of Business, Social Work and Criminal Justice, including:

    School of Social Work

    Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

    School of Business

    Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
    Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)
    Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
    - Business Administration
    - Environment and Sustainability
    - Human Resource Management
    - Marketing
    Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
    - General Management

    School of Criminal Justice

    Bachelor of Arts (BA)
    - Criminal Justice
  • Thursday
    12
    Jun
    Convocation
    9:30 am - 11:30 am
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-12 09:30:00 2025-06-12 11:30:00 Arts and Science Convocation Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Environmental Science/Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology, Classical Studies, Computer Science, Economics, English Studies, Fine Arts, Gender Equality and Social Justice, Geography, Environmental Geography, History, Liberal Arts, Mathematics, Indigenous Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Religion and Cultures, Sociology) Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science (Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Biology and Technology, Environment and Physical Geography, Liberal Science, Mathematics, Psychology) Robert J. Surtees Athletic Centre Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

    Faculty of Arts and Science, including:

    Faculty of Arts and Science

    Master of Arts
    - ​History
    - Sociology
    Master of Science
    - Mathematics
    Master of Environmental Science
    Master of Environmental Studies
    Bachelor of Arts (first majors as listed)
    - Anthropology
    - Ancient Studies
    - Computer Science
    - Economics
    - English Studies
    - Fine Arts
    - Gender Equality and Social Justice
    - Geography
    - Environmental Geography
    - History
    - Indigenous Studies
    - Liberal Arts
    - Mathematics
    - Philosophy
    - Political Science
    - Psychology
    - Religion and Cultures
    - Social Welfare and Social Development
    - Sociology
    Bachelor of Fine Arts
    Bachelor of Science (first majors as listed)
    - Biology
    - Computer Science
    - Environmental Biology and Technology
    - Environment and Physical Geography
    - Liberal Science
    - Mathematics
    - Psychology