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In photos: Western celebrates spring convocation

In photos: Western celebrates spring convocation

More than 6,700 Western University graduates from all disciplines crossed the stage during spring convocation at Canada Life Place, marking important academic and life milestones. Nine convocation ceremonies were held June 8 to 12 in downtown London, Ont., where students, families, mentors and friends celebrated the new grads. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LiDadgkPuw More than 26,000 guests attended spring 2026 convocation ceremonies and nine impressive leaders received honorary degrees from the university. Western News shares a few of the highlights from spring convocation:
Graduate in robe waves with one hand up on stage

A graduate waves to loved ones in the audience as she crosses the stage at convocation. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 
Graduates sitting in row in Canada Life Place during convocation ceremonies

Nearly 8,900 students graduated this June, with more than 6,700 attending spring convocation events. Nine ceremonies were held at Canada Life Place from June 8 to 12. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 
Elizabeth Akiwenzie honorary degree recipient

Cortney Golkar-Dakin (Sâkihitowin Awâsis) hoods honorary degree recipient Elizabeth Akiwenzie, an Indigenous knowledge keeper and cultural educator, as part of a convocation ceremony. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 

Graduates and their supporters filled Dundas Place outside the arena to celebrate after convocation ceremonies. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 
Dave and Mike Wessinger, founders of PointClickCare

Dave and Mike Wessinger, founders of PointClickCare, address graduates during a convocation ceremony. The siblings received honorary degrees from Western. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communciations)

 

More than 6,700 students crossed the stage during spring convocation, the culmination of many years of work. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 
group of women stand with two graduates holding their degrees

Friends, families and loved ones gather with graduates on campus for photos after convocation ceremonies. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 
Graduate and dog

A graduate poses with their furry friend during convocation celebrations on campus. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

 
Woman in graduation gown holds a bouquet of flowers with UC Hill in background

UC Hill is a frequent photo backdrop for gradutes who take photos with the iconic landmark on campus before or after their convocation ceremony. (Christopher Kindratsky/Western Communications)

Nearly 8,900 students graduated during spring convocation, joining the global network of 382,000 alumni around the world. Read more of Western News’ convocation coverage.