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Help out with Agricultural Campus Convocation 2026!

Posted by Stephanie Rogers on May 12, 2026 in News

Agricultural Campus faculty and staff are encouraged to celebrate the achievements of our graduates by volunteering for Convocation-related activities on June 4 and 5.

This year, we’re recruiting volunteers directly to help with our Convocation activities in Truro – interested volunteers do not need to sign up using the link issued from the Convocation office.

Roles are outlined in the table below. Note that you will NOT be asked to fill all times associated with a given role (if there are multiple identified) unless you wish to. Scheduling will be based on your availability. Training for all volunteer roles will be provided ahead of time, and refreshments will be provided during volunteer shifts. 

Marshals – please note if you have already volunteered to marshal students (via Dr. Nancy McLean) thank you for your support! 

The success of this event relies on the contributions of everyone across our campus. We would love to have you as part of the celebration.

If you would like to participate as a volunteer, please email Colette Wyllie at colette.wyllie@dal.ca and indicate your preferred role and availability. 

Role

Description

Location

Timing 

Signage/setup 

 

Help with setup and teardown of Convocation Hub, help distribute exterior signage 

MacRae Library, outdoor campus spaces 

11 am –12 pm, June 4 (setup) 

3 – 4 pm, June 4 (setup) 

3 – 4 pm June 5 (teardown) 

General guides 

Help direct students, faculty, staff, guests, etc 

Langille Athletic Centre, Student Learning Commons, outdoor locations 

12 – 3 pm, June 4 (SLC only) 

9 – 11 am, June 5 (SLC) 

10 am – 12 pm, June 5 (outside LAC) 

 

Ushers 

Show guests to seats ahead of the Convocation ceremony, collect tickets 

Langille Athletic Centre 

10 am – 1 pm, June 5 

(ceremony begins at noon) 

Pinners 

Assist grads with pinning hoods ahead of the Convocation ceremony 

Student Learning Commons 

10 am – 12 pm, June 5  

 

Doorpersons 

Hold doors for procession exit and entry 

Student Learning Commons, Langille Athletic Centre 

11:30 am – 12 pm (SLC) 

11:45 am – 12 pm (LAC)  

June 5 

Volunteer relief 

Spell other volunteers off as needed 

Student Learning Commons 

Anytime from 9 am – 2 pm, June 5