Convocation Ceremony

Celebrating the Beginning of Your Legal Education

The Convocation Ceremony marks the formal beginning of the legal academic journey at the University of North Dakota School of Law. Just as commencement serves as the ceremonial finish, New Student Convocation serves as the ceremonial start for our incoming students.

We look forward to hosting the UND School of Law Class of 2029 as each incoming student is honored for their entry into the legal profession.

Event Details

Sunday, August 16, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Memorial Union Ballroom
2901 University Avenue
Grand Forks, ND

Student Check-In & Arrival

• Students should check-in no later than 4:45 p.m. on the second floor of the Memorial Union.
• Doors to the ballroom will open at approximately 4:40 p.m.
• Attire: Business Formal
• Guest Limit: Due to venue capacity, each incoming student may invite a maximum of two guests.
• Students will have assigned, reserved seating. Guest seating is general admission.
• Doors to the ballroom will open at approximately 4:40 p.m.
• Tickets are not required.
• The ceremony is open to the public.
• The ceremony will last approximately one hour, followed by a reception.

Ceremony Program

Remarks

Remarks will be provided by:

• Del Crandall, Dean, UND School of Law
• Andrew Armacost, President, University of North Dakota
• The Honorable Ashley M. Samuelson, North Dakota District Court Judge

Induction of the Class

Students will cross the stage after their names are announced and receive a UND padfolio.

Pledge of Professionalism

Students will recite the UND School of Law Pledge of Professionalism, a vow to uphold academic honesty and ethical practices throughout their legal education and professional lives.

Reception

All students and guests are invited to a reception following the ceremony. Light refreshments will be served. 

Disability Accomodations

Please contact Beth Moe at beth.moe@UND.edu to submit an accommodation request.

Directions & Parking

Memorial Union

Students, guests, faculty, and staff may park in the UND Parking Ramp.

Parking is free.

Hotel Accommodations

For information about local hotel accommodations, please visit the Greater Grand Forks Convention and Visitors Center.