THIS IS YOUR INVITATION TO THE FORTY-NINTH

Convocation CeremonyNOVEMBER 16, 2017

RSVP REQUIRED

The Board of Governors, administration, faculty and staff of Conestoga College

Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning extend a warm invitation to

your family and friends to join you on this day of celebration.

The 49th Fall Convocation Ceremony

will be held in Marshall Hall at Bingemans Conference

Centre, Kitchener

Arrival and Location: One hour before the ceremony, gather in the gowning area located in the Heritage Room, Bingemans Conference Centre.

Attire: Academic attire is provided by the College and consists of a knee-length gown (no cap/mortarboard).

Personal Items: Flowers, purses, cameras and other personal items should be left with a friend or family member. If this is not possible, a place is available in the gowning area to check such items.

Length of Ceremony: The ceremony lasts approximately 1.5 - 2 hours. The ceremony will be streamed live on the internet for those unable to attend.

Guests or Graduates with Disabilities:

Those with a visual, hearing, mobility or physical disability should contact Kim Barrieau McKee at 519-748-5220, ext. 3113.

Guests: Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage you to limit your guests to two, to avoid overcrowding.

Document: All documents were mailed in August. If you did not receive yours, please contact the Registrar’s Office at studentrecords@conestogac.on.ca.

RECEPTION FOLLOWING THE CEREMONYA reception will be held in Ballroom D immediately following the ceremony. A professional photographer will be available for graduates. Gowns and liripipes for photos will be available at the photography booth.

The Conestoga College Bookstore will be on-site to offer school rings, crested clothing, and memorabilia.

You can purchase a frame for your certificate, diploma or degree outside Marshall Hall.

CONVOCATION CEREMONY INSTRUCTIONSConvocation Registration: To be eligible to attend the ceremony, you must successfully complete all courses in your program of study. If you plan to attend the ceremony, you must register on your student portal, under the Services tab.

If your plans change or you have an inquiry about your program completion requirements, please send an email to studentrecords@conestogac.on.ca. Please include your name and student number.

Please register to attend on your student portal under the Services tab.

TO RSVP, FOLLOW THE STUDENT PORTAL LOGIN INSTRUCTIONS BELOW:1. Go to the Conestoga website at www.conestogac.on.ca

2. Click on the Student Portal button found at the top right-hand corner of the screen under the Search button.

3. Follow the login instructions – you will need your seven-digit Conestoga student I.D. number.

4. Select the Services tab.

5. To view your convocation ceremony and indicate your attendance, click on Convocation.

If your plans change, you may update your attendance through the Student Portal until November 14, 2017.

We look forward to seeing you at Convocation and celebrating your accomplishment with you and your guests.

Convocation Ceremony

Business

Hospitality

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting, Audit and Information Technology (Co-op)

Bachelor of Business Administration - International Business Management (Co-op)

Bachelor of Public Relations (Co-op)

Applied Organizational Leadership and Development

Bookkeeping

Business

Business Administration - Accounting

Business Administration – Accounting (Co-op)

Business Administration – Financial Planning

Business Administration – Management

Business Administration – Marketing

Business Administration – Marketing (Co-op)

Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management (Co-op)

Business Fundamentals

Business - Marketing

Business - Purchasing

Career Development Practitioner

Financial Planning Services

Global Business Management

Health Office Administration

Human Resources

Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management (Co-op)

Insurance – Property and Casualty

Integrated Marketing Communications

Library and Information Technician

Medical Office Practices

Municipal Law Clerk

Occupational Health and Safety

Office Administration - Executive

Office Administration - General

Office Administration - Legal

Professional Accounting Practice

Project Management

Social Media Marketing

Teacher/Trainer of Adults

Culinary Management

Culinary Skills - Chef Training

Culinary Skills - Chef Training (Co-op)

Food Service Worker

Global Hospitality Management (Co-op)

Hospitality and Tourism (Co-op)

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Community Services

Language and Communications Studies

Liberal Studies

Media and Design

Health and Life Sciences

Bachelor of Arts – Early Learning Program Development (Co-op)

Autism and Behavioural Science

Child Development Practitioner (Apprenticeship)

Early Childhood Education

Educational Support

Human Services Foundation

Law Enforcement and Investigation

Paralegal

Paramedic

Police Foundations

Pre-Service Fire Fighter Education and Training

Recreation and Leisure Services

American Sign Language - Basic Skills

General Arts and Science: English Language Studies

Teaching English as a Second Language

General Arts and Science - Aviation

General Arts and Science - Diploma Option

General Arts and Science - One Year

Public Service

Public Service (Co-op)

Graphic Design

Graphic Design - Software Applications

Interior Decorating

Photography

Bachelor of Applied Health Information Science (Co-op)

Biotechnology Technician

Diabetes Education

Enhanced Nursing Practice - Clinical and Critical Care

Enhanced Professional Practice - Gerontology and Chronic Illness

Esthetics

Infusion Nursing

Personal Support Worker

Practical Nursing

Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Care

Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing

Registered Practical Nurse - Perinatal Nursing

Registered Practical Nurse - Perioperative Nursing

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Engineering TechnologyBachelor of Interior Design (Co-op)

Bachelor of Applied Technology - Architecture - Project and Facility Management (Co-op)

Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic Systems Engineering) (Co-op)

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Systems Engineering) (Co-op)

Construction Estimator

Construction Project Management

Electrical Engineering Technician

Embedded Systems Development

Embedded Systems Development (Co-op)

Environmental Engineering Applications

Environmental Engineering Applications (Co-op)

Food Processing Technician

Food Safety and Quality Assurance – Food Processing

Manufacturing Engineering Technology – Welding and Robotics

Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automated Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automated Manufacturing (Co-op)

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Automated Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Automated Manufacturing (Co-op)

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design and Analysis

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design and Analysis (Co-op)

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Robotics and Automation

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Robotics and Automation (Co-op)

Operations Leadership in Food Manufacturing

Packaging Engineering Technician (Co-op)

Power Engineering Techniques

Process Quality Engineering

Quality Assurance

Robotics and Industrial Automation (Co-op)

Welding Techniques

Wireless Network Infrastructure

Woodworking Technician

Woodworking Technology (Co-op)

Trades and Apprenticeship

Information Technology

Construction Techniques

Electrical Techniques

Electrician - Industrial (Apprenticeship)

Electrician Construction and Maintenance (Apprenticeship)

Electro-Mechanical Maintenance (Co-op)

Heating/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician

Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Techniques

Mechanical Technician - CNC

Mechanical Techniques - General Machinist

Mechanical Techniques – Millwright

Mechanical Techniques – Millwright (Co-op)

Mechanical Techniques – Tool and Die/ Tool Maker

Motive Power Fundamentals - Automotive Service

Motive Power Fundamentals – Motorcycle and Power Sports Vehicles

Motive Power Fundamentals – Truck and Coach

Motive Power Technician – Heavy Duty Equipment

Powerline Technician (Co-op)

Computer Applications Security

Computer Applications Security (Co-op)

Computer Applications Development

Computer Applications Development (Co-op)

Information Technology Business Analysis

Information Technology Business Analysis - Operations

Information Technology Network Security

Information Technology Support Services

Information Technology Support Services (Co-op)

Mobile Solutions Development

Mobile Solutions Development (Co-op)

Software Engineering Technology

Software Engineering Technology (Co-op)

ACADEMIC AWARDS

President’s Scholar Award An inscribed College Coat of Arms is presented by the President at the fall Convocation to the student who achieves the highest academic standing in all courses, with no failed courses, upon graduation from a four-year Conestoga baccalaureate program.

Governor General’s Academic Medal A bronze medal goes to the graduating student with the highest academic grade average for all courses in a diploma program.

Conestoga College Mastercraft Award In 1980, Conestoga President Kenneth E. Hunter established the Mastercraft Award to recognize student achievement of excellence in program-related skills. To qualify for final judging, entries must first be selected as winners at the program level.

Projects are judged on first impression, innovation, creativity, skill and quality. The winner of the Mastercraft Award receives a cash award and is recognized with a Conestoga Coat of Arms bearing the winner’s name.

Conestoga recognizes exceptional academic achievement by its students both during their studies and upon graduation. There are four categories of academic recognition upon graduation.

HonoursTo be eligible for academic recognition upon graduation, students must have completed the minimum number of courses of their program of study at Conestoga. The actual percentage required to be completed will vary according to the length of the program:

• Ontario College Certificate – 75% • Ontario College Graduate Certificate – 75% • Ontario College Diploma – 50% • Ontario College Advanced Diploma – 50% • Degree – 40%

President’s Honour ListRecognition awarded upon graduation to the student in each diploma, graduate certificate and degree program who obtains the highest average in the program.

• An average of 90% or greater for all courses of the program of study, with no failed courses.

• To be eligible for the President’s Honour List, students must have completed the required number of courses or credits or hours of their program of study at Conestoga (varies by length of program - see above).

• The student who achieves the President’s Honour List will receive a letter of congratulations signed by the President.

• Student will be presented with a Conestoga Coat of Arms.

• The recognition will be noted on the student’s official academic record and in the Convocation program.

Graduation with High DistinctionRecognition upon graduation for all students registered in diploma, graduate certificate and degree programs who achieve an average of 90% or greater for all courses of the program of study, with no failed courses.

• To be eligible for Graduation with High Distinction, students must have completed the required number of courses or credits or hours of their program of study at Conestoga (varies by length of program - see above).

• Students will receive a letter of congratulations signed by the Registrar.

• The recognition will be noted on the student’s official academic record and in the Convocation program.

Graduation with DistinctionRecognition upon graduation for all students registered in diploma, graduate certificate and degree programs who achieve an average of 80-89% in all courses of the program of study, with no failed courses.

• To be eligible for Graduation with Distinction, students must have completed the required number of courses or credits or hours of their program of study at Conestoga (varies by length of program - see above).

• Students will receive a letter of congratulations signed by the Registrar.

• The recognition will be noted on the student’s official academic record.

Conestoga Honour ListRecognition upon graduation for all students registered in Ontario College certificate and apprenticeship programs who achieve an average of 80% or greater for all courses in the program of study, or for apprentices all levels of their program, with no failed courses.

• To be eligible for the Conestoga Honour List, students must have completed the required number of courses or credits or hours of their program of study at Conestoga (varies by length of program - see above).

• Students will receive a letter of congratulations signed by the Registrar.

• The recognition will be noted on the student’s official academic record.

For additional information, refer to the Conestoga website at: www.conestogac.on.ca/policies

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LOCATION

WE NEED YOUR ASSISTANCE2017 Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Survey

As a Conestoga graduate, you will receive a call in approximately six months from Forum

Canada, a research firm contracted by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills

Development. This firm will be collecting information for the Key Performance Indicators

(KPI) Graduate Satisfaction Survey, to be followed by the KPI Employer Satisfaction

Survey. The purpose of these provincial surveys is to measure Conestoga’s effectiveness in

preparing you for the workplace.

The results have an impact on the College’s level of provincial funding and help determine

future curriculum and program direction. Forum Canada requires your consent to contact

your employer for their input to the employer survey.

We encourage you and your employer to participate and make a difference to Conestoga’s

future.

Marshall Hall at Bingemans Conference Centre

425 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, Ontario N2B 3X7

Conestoga College’s Bookstore

is proud to offer graduates a number of

affordable, high-quality framing options

for your diploma. All frames and mats

are handmade in Canada with the

finest materials including solid wood

mouldings and acid free mats.

ORDERING OPTIONS

1. Order online by visiting www.468conestoga.com

2. Complete the order form and fax with your credit card information to Tempo at 1-800-363-9040.

Alternatively, mail the order form with your cheque made payable to Tempo Framing Systems to:

Tempo Framing Systems 1735 Bayly St., Unit 1 Pickering, ON L1W 3G7

3. Contact Tempo Framing Systems by: Telephone: 1-800-437-0463 Fax: 1-800-363-9040 Email: fulfillment@tempoframing.com Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., EST

ORDER A BOUQUET Floral bouquets in a variety of colours, styles and sizes can be pre-ordered and picked up at the

Alumni Convocation flower booth located outside Marshall Hall at Bingemans Conference Centre.

To pre-order, visit www.convocationflowers.ca/index.php/conestoga

Flowers may also be purchased on-site. A portion of the sale of these

products helps support your alumni activities. Please note that flowers

may not be carried or worn during the processional or ceremony.

FRAME YOUR CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA OR DEGREE

QTY Description Price TotalAcademic 152.38

Metro 149.99Premier 174.87

Briarwood Black 102.95Diplomat Plus 176.95

Rideau Espresso 106.95Vogue Black Metal 67.95

Walnut Wood 76.95