University of Pennsylvania
Convocation 2026

Monday, August 24, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Franklin Field

Penn ID Required

Welcome to the University of Pennsylvania!

President J. Larry Jameson and Provost John Jackson will host the Convocation Ceremony on Monday, August 24, 7:00 p.m. at Franklin Field. This ceremony is Penn's traditional welcome to the Class of 2030 and new transfer students as they join the Penn community, with remarks and musical performances.

Please see Franklin Field Policies for information about the stadium policies and prohibited items.

If you have been invited to participate in the academic procession at Convocation, please visit Convocation Academic Procession for information about the procession.

Recent Convocation Ceremonies: