Convocations, receptions, and ROTC Commissioning

NAU Commencement special events for graduating students

NAU Commencement special events honor your unique identity, achievements, and dreams. Attend a convocation ceremony, your ROTC Commissioning, or a college reception to celebrate this milestone with your family and community—you earned it.

Convocations

Each semester, NAU hosts special convocations for veteran, LGBTQIA+, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic or Latine, and Indigenous students. Find event times and the RSVP form on the Student Affairs website.

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Lumberjacks of Inclusion

The fall-only Lumberjacks of Inclusion celebration takes place at High Country Conference Center each fall term. Please check back for updates about the next ceremony.

ROTC commissioning

Congratulations to the Lumberjacks who are going on to serve our country and those receiving special recognition. Please check back for updates on upcoming Air Force and Army ROTC Commissioning ceremonies.

Academic receptions

Many of the colleges at Northern Arizona University host receptions for students, faculty, and guests to honor their students’ accomplishments. Find the information you need to be prepared and plan ahead. Our campus maps will help you get there on time.