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In photos: Western celebrates fall convocation

In photos: Western celebrates fall convocation

Oct 26, 2026

Western University welcomed thousands of new alumni on Oct. 21 and 22 as the university marked its 328th convocation. Graduates and their supporters celebrated across the city, from Canada Life Place in the downtown core to Western’s campus. More than 2,500 Western graduates crossed the stage during fall convocation, which included four ceremonies. Western News shares highlights from the season:
Two graduates in robes take a selfie with UC Tower in the background.

Two graduates take a selfie with an iconic Western landmark in the background. (Steven Anderson/Western Communications)

 
Fall convocation 2026

More than 2,550 graduates crossed the stage at Canada Life Place during four convocation ceremonies. (Steven Anderson/Western Communications)

 
President Alan Shepard

Western President Alan Shepard addresses the graduates during fall convocation ceremonies. (Steven Anderson/Western Communications)

 
Mitche Frazer, honorary doctor of laws

Mitch Frazer, a lawyer, educator and philanthropist, received an honorary doctor of laws at Western’s convocation ceremony on Oct. 21. (Steven Anderson/Western Communications)

 
Fall convocation service dog

A graduate with their service dog during fall convocation at Canada Life Place. (Steven Anderson/Western Communications)

 

New Western alumni gathered on campus after convocation ceremonies Oct. 21 and 22. (Steven Anderson/Western Communications)

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