convocation

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In his fall 1971 convocation address at the University of Alberta, McLuhan told students that in an electronic world, people become “discarnate data, a sort of disembodied spirit coexisting and functioning simultaneously in diverse locations.”

From Slate • Jul. 28, 2025

She delivered part of the convocation address at graduation that school year to roaring applause.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2024

Earlier this month, Ms. Tillman, now 18, took part in Arizona State’s commencement ceremony and delivered remarks as the outstanding 2024 graduate at the College of Health Solution’s convocation.

From New York Times • May 22, 2024

Those include new training at freshman orientations, faculty seminars and convocation remarks.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 15, 2023

Overnight, the satyrs and nymphs disappeared into the woods for a convocation of the Cloven Elders.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan