Sep 14

Opening Convocation

Mon, September 14, 2026 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm (1h) • Skimmer Memorial Chapel
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The Opening Convocation for the 2024-25 academic year. Academic Procession. Salutatory from Schuyler Vogel ’07, College Chaplain. Greetings from Alison Byerly, President and Professor of English. Convocation address from Dean Phillips, the U.S. Representative for Minnesota’s Third Congressional District.

Carleton’s Opening Convocation is the first campus-wide event of a new academic year. It is a time of joy as we reassemble to engage in discovery and exploration. An important tradition, the Opening Convocation ceremony is intended both to affirm continuity with the past and to embrace new beginnings.

This convocation is also presented as a virtual webinar. Please register in advance if you would like to attend via Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

And be sure to attend the Garden Party after Opening Convocation.

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Event Contact: Noel Ponder

Event Summary

Opening Convocation
  • Intended For: General Public, Students, Faculty, Staff, Emeriti, Alums, Prospective Students, Families
  • Categories: Gathering

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