convocation
/ˌkɑnvəˈkeɪʃən/
noun
- A large formal meeting or assembly, especially of members of a university, church, or organization.
- The church held a convocation to discuss community outreach programs.
- All members are required to attend the annual convocation of the society.
- The university's convocation for new students was held in the main auditorium.
- A ceremony at which students receive their degrees or diplomas; graduation.
- My parents flew in for my convocation last spring.
- After convocation, we took photos with our professors.
- The convocation speaker gave an inspiring speech about the future.