Date: Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Place: Alaska Airlines Arena, Hec Edmundson Pavilion
Time: 11:00 AM, Doors open at 10:00 AM
New Student Convocation is one of only two occasions where the University president, the Board of Regents, the deans of the 16 schools and colleges and the faculty gather for an academic ceremony focused on students. The other, of course, is the graduation ceremony, Commencement. These two events are the seminal “bookend” events of a college career.
At New Student Convocation you will be welcomed into the UW community. Our goal is that you will leave this event feeling that this large university is both friendly and approachable. You will be inspired to begin your journey and know that you belong here.
At New Student Convocation you will:
- Hear from the University’s new President, Dr. Robert J. Jones, who will share his vision for the journey that all new students will soon begin.
- Get to know your classmates from around the world.
- Take important first steps on the path to academic success.
- Get tips on navigating student life.
- Join the Husky community.
Use the links below to order your Convocation tickets and parking permits.
