Convocation
Location: Carver Main Gym | Date: Monday, September 22, 2025 | Time: 10:00 a.m. - doors open at 9:30
Western kicks off the academic year with Fall 2025 Convocation, the official welcoming ceremony for new students and the first step in their academic life at WWU. This milestone event introduces the incoming class to the traditions and spirit of Western, bringing them together for the first time as a community. Students will hear from peers, faculty, alumni, and university leaders, and meet professors, staff, student-athletes, and many others who will play important roles in their experience. It’s both a ceremony and a celebration, as the entire Western community gathers to welcome new students and mark the start of their journeys at WWU.
We can't wait to see you there!
Convocation Program
10:00 a.m. - Welcome from Emcees Sislena Ledbetter and Chris Roselli
10:05 a.m. - WWU President Sabah Randhawa
10:10 a.m. - Student Trustee - Ashlynn Tibbot
10:20 a.m. - WWU Geology Professor - Jackie Caplan-Auerbach
10:25 a.m. - Executive Vice President & Provost - Brad Johnson
10:30 a.m. - WWU Alumni - State Representative Joe Timmons
10:35 a.m. - Closing - Emcees
Alma Mater
White and Blue
Adapted by Ada Hogle Abbott
Far above the bay's blue waters stand our own Sehome,
Guarded all around by mountains, crowned by Baker's dome.
Nestling there among the grandeur, reigns the White and Blue.
Colors of our Alma Mater, hail, all hail to you.
Here the youth from farm and seashore gather for the years,
Learning truths that shall be cherished, forming friendships dear,
Soon the ties must all be severed, but they leave with you
Happy memories and best wishes for the White and Blue.
Convocation Accommodation Requests
Inclusion is one of the core values of Western. For persons who experience a disability, this means designing events that are free of barriers so that full participation can be enjoyed by everyone.
Please email the Registrar's Office to discuss any accommodation requests.
Attend the Associate Student Info Fair after Convocation
Info Fair
Each year, the Associated Students of Western Washington University coordinates the AS Fall Info Fair. At the Fall Info Fair, students will learn more about the hundreds of on-campus clubs and student organizations, local businesses, and campus organizations that work closely to support student success. We look forward to seeing you at this year's Fair!