Algonquin College hosting first-ever virtual convocation

Posted on Tuesday, October 27th, 2020

OTTAWA, PEMBROKE AND PERTH – Algonquin College will host its first-ever virtual Convocation on Wednesday, October 28. Each program will receive a personalized ceremony complete with speeches from the President, Dean and valedictorian. All three of Algonquin’s Ontario campuses will participate in the online festivities.

Due to COVID-19, it was not possible to host a normal ceremony with hundreds of students gathered together with their classmates, family members, mentors, College faculty and administration. In an effort to allow graduates to celebrate their success this year, the Algonquin College Events Team created individualized ceremonies for every program and graduate.

“Our graduates have earned this moment. The class of 2020 has had to endure many additional challenges and sacrifices, and it is more important than ever to recognize their achievements,” said Claude Brulé, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Hosting these ceremonies is a continuation of our commitment to our learners, helping them realize their lifelong dreams, and I congratulate them on reaching this important milestone.”

The Algonquin Events Team, along with other major departments, has poured countless hours into preparing for the virtual Convocation ceremonies – focusing on the details that will make each event memorable and meaningful for graduates and their loved ones.

“We wanted to go the extra mile this year because these graduates have overcome so much to reach their goal,” said Sophia Bouris, Events Manager. “Along with the speeches from dignitaries, we have prepared a graduating slide for every student that would normally walk across the stage, and each program will have virtual after-parties that graduates can log into.”

You can find complete virtual convocation scheduling and other details here. For interviews and additional multimedia materials, please contact the Algonquin College communications team.

 

Media Contacts

Chris Lackner

Communications Officer

Algonquin College

Office: 613-727-4723 ext. 2091

lacknec@algonquincollege.com

Bruce Hickey

Communications Officer

Algonquin College

hickeyb@algonquincollege.com


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