Convocation is a special time for our graduates to celebrate their achievements with family and friends.
University of Waterloo's Spring Convocation ceremony for the Faculty of Health takes place Tuesday, June 16 at 2:30 p.m. (procession starts at 2:10 p.m.) in the Physical Activities Complex (PAC).
Highlights
- Elaina Vuu (Kinesiology Co-op) to receive the President's Award of Excellence, awarded to the top graduating student in the Faculty of Health, based on highest cumulative overall average
- Thenugaa Rajeswaran (Health Sciences Co-op) to receive the Alumni Gold Medal, awarded to a top graduating student in the Faculty of Health, based on academic achievement, contributions to the academic program, to research, to community and other contributions
- Elaina Vuu (Kinesiology Co-op), Melissa Lu (Health Sciences Co-op) and Braiden Sunn (Recreation and Sport Business) to be awarded the Highest Academic Achievement Award in their respective units, based on highest cumulative overall average
- Laura Peach (Public Health Sciences) to be awarded the designation of University Finalist for the Governor General's Gold Medal for outstanding academic performance in a graduate program
- Majdalen Azouz (Public Health) to speak as the Class of 2026 valedictorian
Follow on livestream or social media
Join virtually by watching the livestream of the convocation ceremony.
Share messages of congratulation, photos and memories of your convocation day with #UWaterlooGrad and #UWHealthGrad.
Post-convocation celebration
Graduates: Come celebrate your status as a Waterloo alumnus at the official convocation celebration on the B.C. Matthews Hall (BMH) Green following the ceremony.
Graduates and their guests are invited to celebrate with classmates, professors and staff who supported them through their Waterloo student experience. Commemorate the occasion with photo opportunities, grad gifts or degree frames. No reservations required.
Accessibility
For information on what to expect, and requesting accessible seating, accessible parking or other accommodations, see Convocation — Accessibility.