Graduation Information

Congratulations!

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation.

This page has all the infromation you need to officially graduate from your program.

The UW PACE convocation ceremony will be held virtually on Friday, October 15, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. The ceremony will be available on this page via live webcast, as well to stream later if your friends and family are unable to watch live.

Check back regularly, as updated information will be available closer to the October convocation.

Virtual Graduation FAQ

When do I get my degree?

If you have not received your diploma or certificate, it will be mailed to you in October.

Do I get a Convocation program?

An online convocation program will be available to download from this website closer to the date.

How do I get grad photos?

You can book a portrait session with LifeTouch online (online bookings open Friday, September 24, 2021). LifeTouch has UWinnipeg regalia. You will not need to rent regalia for LifeTouch photo sessions.

You are also welcome to rent regalia and take your own photos or hire a photographer if you would like.

How do I rent regalia?

You can rent academic regalia if you would like to dress up for your photos and other celebrations. There is both a mailing and pick-up option and you will be able to keep the rental for 2 weeks. Note: the cap and tassel in the package is yours to keep!

To rent regalia, use this link. (Do not use the Gaspard general site.)

You will be able to rent academic regalia until November 5, 2021.

For any questions or problems regarding your regalia order please contact Gaspard directly.

Where do I purchase a frame for my degree parchment?

Official University of Winnipeg degree frames are available for purchase through the Bookstore. All proceeds from these frames go toward supporting alumni initiatives and scholarships. They can be purchased year-round at the Bookstore, for more information please visit: Degree Frames.

Watch the ceremony

You can watch the PACE virtual graduation ceremony on Friday, October 15, 2021 at 2:30PM here.

Save your copy of the Graduation Program (PDF) for the 34^rd Convocation.

Each of the convocation ceremonies will be webcast live, so individuals who are unable to attend can view the proceedings online at this webpage or on UWinnipeg's YouTube Channel.

The convocation video is also archived for viewing after convocation.

Have you recently finished your program? Find out how to apply for graduation here

You must apply for graduation via WebAdvisor.

For full instructions on how to apply to graduate, download the step-by-step guide.

The deadlines for applying to graduate are as follows:

January 15 for applications to be approved by the University Senate in March
April 15 for applications to be approved by the University Senate in May
August 15 for applications to be approved by the University Senate in September

Note: Late applications will not be accepted. Diplomas are mailed to students approximately one month after each Senate meeting.

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