The School of Continuing Studies Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremonies: Frequently Asked Questions
As you are inviting your guests to graduation, you will need to write the letter with the reason (graduation ceremony) and date: June 18, 2026. We also advise that you provide the “Save the Date” letter that is available in your student portal with this letter (posted here: Grad Save the Date.pdf).
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You will need to fill out the Intention to Attend Graduation form by March 29 to be considered for an invitation to graduation. You can find a link to the form in the email you received from scsevent@yorku.ca – Subject line: ACTION REQUIRED: Graduation Ceremony – Spring 2026.
If you submitted your Intention to Attend Graduation form by the deadline, your spot is not yet confirmed. By May 1, you will receive an official invitation or notice of your status on a waitlist. From there, you will need to RSVP and you will receive an email confirmation of your RSVP. Your tickets will be sent in June.
Invitations to graduation will be sent out by May 1. Please login to your student portal and check the email address that you have on file, your invitation would have been sent to that email address.
Yes, each graduate will be provided with a regalia (robe). The robes will be distributed onsite prior to the graduation ceremony and returned following the ceremony, prior to picking up your certificate. While there is no mandatory dress code for the event, we recommend wearing business attire or formal wear.
We will continue the practice of welcoming students, faculty and guests who identify as Indigenous, Metis or Inuit to wear traditional ceremonial dress. Use of custom or individualized stoles or pins is an opportunity that will be considered in the future.
At each ceremony a professional photographer will photograph each graduate as they cross and exit the stage. Complimentary photograph proofs will be e-mailed to each graduate within one week of convocation ceremonies. There is no obligation to purchase the photos.
If you have not received an email from Grad Images regarding your ceremony photos, please visit their website to find your photos or contact them using the information below.
Grad Images
1-800-372-3686
ecc.giservice@gradimages.net
www.gradimages.com
Yes, you will have time after the ceremony to take photos. Following the ceremony there will be a short reception where you can take photos and mingle with your friends, family and fellow graduates.
Please reach out to the School of Continuing Studies by email at scsevent@yorku.ca.