convocation photography

Photography and memorabilia

The Artona Group Inc. is the official graduation photographer of the University of Calgary.

Artona appointments

Artona photographers are on campus for individual graduation photo sessions. Appointments will be booked on a first-come, first-served basis.

Visit Artona’s website for more information.

Booking your appointment

  • Dates: 
    • March 4 - 27, 2024
    • May 13 - 28, 2024
  • Location: Trailer B (TRB), Room 102 (near Math Sciences)

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Photography during your convocation ceremony

Your graduation moment captured forever

During the convocation ceremony, there are two built-in opportunities to capture your photo. The first moment takes place before you cross the stage to meet the platform party. The second takes place as you come off the stage and before you head back to your seat.

Photo previews and order information will be sent automatically to each student's mailing address. An email will also be sent with unique login information to view and order these images online. 

Convocation Map

Important graduation dates and deadlines

Spring Convocation:
May 30 to June 5, 2024

Fall Convocation:
November 13–14, 2024

March 31

Graduate application deadline
(Spring 2024)


April 29

Letter of Permission (LOP) transcript deadline
(Spring 2024)

Graduate application cancellation deadline
(Spring 2024)


May 3

Name change deadline
(Spring 2024)


May 13

Attendance notification deadline (by 11:59 p.m.)
(Spring and Winter Conferral 2024)


Sept. 15

Deadline to apply for Convocation


Selfie and family photo locations

University of Calgary sign next to the arch

What better way to showcase “you did it!” than to get a photo in your convocation gown next to the official entrance to campus.

Green spaces around the Olympic Oval and TFDL Quad

Looking for a shady spot under a tree for a family photo? There is a lot of green space around the Oval and in the TFDL Quad (bordered by Kinesiology, MacEwan Student Centre and Taylor Family Digital Library).

Kinesiology’s dinosaur

Take a moment to snap a fun photo with our dinosaur outside the entrance to Kinesiology. Rex would want you to do it!

Olympic Arch

Just outside Kinesiology, it provides the perfect frame for a group shot.

The Spire

Many families have taken photos outside of the Olympic Oval under this public art from the 1988 Calgary Olympics.

Convocation photos taken at the Spire
Convocation photos