Convocation

The moment you've been working towards during your time at Luther is almost here! It’s time to celebrate your achievements! 

Luther holds a convocation ceremony for our students in addition to Laurier’s ceremony on the same day. This way you'll get to be recognized by our close-knit community at Luther, and the larger institution of Laurier. Luther's ceremony also has specific awards and recognitions for our students. 

You are required to apply to graduate regardless of whether you intend to participate in the scheduled ceremony events. Please see the Apply to Graduate webpage for instructions on how to apply, and application deadlines.

Graduates must RSVP (and provide number of guests) to attend convocation. Qualifying students will recieve invitations through their student email. 

Spring 2026 Convocation 

Here's what you need to know 

If you are graduating, please register for Luther's Convocation through the RSVP form. Registration is due on Friday, May 22nd. If you do not fill out this form, you will not be accounted for at Luther's Convocation.

Please fill out the form even if you are not planning to attend. If you are not attending, we will mail your Luther graduation package to you.

Date: Friday, June 19, 2026 

Location: Knox Presbyterian Church (50 Erb Street West, Waterloo)

Schedule:
9:00 AM - Knox opens to the public
Graduates should arrive at 9:00 AM to be seated on the platform.
9:30 AM - Luther Convocation Ceremony at Knox
10:45 AM - Lunch at Knox
12:00 PM - Depart for Lazaridis Hall
12:30 PM - Check-in at Lazaridis Hall, receive participation card, and pick up regalia
1:30 PM - Laurier Convocation Ceremony in Lazaridis Hall

Important Notes

Your Degree
Your degree is presented to you at the Laurier Convocation ceremony or is available after.

Parking
Limited parking is available at Knox. There are other close parking locations, paid and free, around Uptown Waterloo (see the parking map). Complimentary parking is available in the parking lots closest to Luther and Lazaridis Hall in Laurier's white and gold lots. You are welcome to park at Luther/Laurier and walk down to Knox (approximately 10-15 minutes to walk).

Accessibility
Knox is a fully accessible building. See more information on their website. Graduates will be seated on a platform (4 steps up). There is level access available for those who cannot use the stairs.

Regalia
Graduates do not wear regalia for Luther's ceremony. For Laurier's ceremony, graduates will need to pick up their gowns at Lazaridis Hall beforehand. The Laurier Convocation webpage says graduates should arrive at Lazaridis 60 minutes early, which is at 12:30 PM for the 1:30 PM ceremony.