Annual Fall Convocation Takes Place August 13
Fall Convocation officially marks the beginning of the University's 2014-2015 academic year. The annual event will be held at the Nessmith-Lane Conference Center on Wednesday, Aug. 13 beginning at 10 a.m. All faculty and staff – returning and new – are encouraged to take part in these activities to kick off another great year. The program schedule is available below:
10 – 10:40 a.m. A pre-convocation reception will be held in the atrium area of the Nessmith-Lane Conference Center including refreshments.
10:45 – 11:45 a.m. The Convocation ceremony will take place in the Performing Arts Center (PAC). Included in the program will be President Brooks Keel's State of the University Address themed “Writing Our Next Chapter,” as well as the announcement and recognition of the recipients of the Faculty Awards of Excellence.
11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. Immediately following Convocation, a full lunch buffet will be provided by Eagle Dining Services and served in the Nessmith-Lane Ballroom, featuring a varied menu to accommodate diverse dietary needs. The crowd will be large, but there will be six serving lines to expedite the serving time.
In addition, academic regalia are not worn at Convocation, and there is open seating in the PAC. Parking will be available for faculty and staff in the lots surrounding the Conference Center.
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