A time-honored tradition at WashU, Convocation is the official academic welcome to the university. Students join the Chancellor, Provost, Deans, and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs in Brookings Quad along with others from their class.
Save the date: Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026
Convocation takes place the Saturday before fall semester classes begin.
Applications for the Convocation Student Speaker will open in March 2026. Check back soon for more information.