Once a year, at the end of Fall semester, the University of Calgary -- Qatar participates in Convocation for the graduates of the Nursing program. 2013 marks the fourth graduating class from UCQ. This year there were 49 graduates (up from 12 graduates last year) who have completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Nursing.
The University of Calgary Main Campus in Canada officially grants the degrees earned by students at UCQ. The University of Calgary Chancellor presides over Convocation ceremonies in Calgary and Qatar and confers the degrees on the graduating students. Other officials in attendance from University of Calgary included the Provost and the Vice-Provost.
Convocation is an elaborate, formal, and precise affair. That means that Max, Simon, and Tim really enjoy getting dressed up and going. Lisa participates as part of the Academic Party, sitting on stage in Academic Regalia. This year Sheika Hend, Vice Chair of the Supreme Education Council and daughter of Sheika Moza, was at the ceremony along with other members of the Royal Family. Having VIPs adds another layer of protocol and mystery!
No comments:
Post a Comment