UCN Announces Thompson Convocation Dates for Jun 2026 - AI Generated Image
University College of the North (UCN) has finalized the dates for its 2026 convocation ceremonies, with the Thompson celebration scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the C.A. Nesbitt Arena. The graduation events will honour the academic achievements of students across Northern Manitoba, starting with a ceremony at The Pas campus on June 19, 2026.
The Thompson ceremony is set to begin at 1:00 PM, providing a central venue for local graduates and their families to gather. University College of the North selected the arena to accommodate the large number of attendees expected for the annual milestone.
Graduates from The Pas campus will hold their event nearly a week earlier on June 19, 2026. Both ceremonies represent the culmination of academic work for students in various degree, diploma, and certificate programmes offered by the institution.
University officials stated that further information regarding regalia rentals, student participation requirements, and guest ticketing will be released in the coming months. Graduates are encouraged to monitor the official UCN website and student portals for updates as the spring semester progresses.
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