The College of Education will hold its December Convocation at Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids. This is the first time the ceremony will be held at a public school.
The College of Education has begun a partnership with Ottawa Hills High School and Convocation represents the beginning of collaborative work between the two partners.
The event will take place December 10, from 7-9 p.m. in the Ottawa Hills High School Auditorium.
"We are proud to partner with Ottawa Hills High School to host Convocation," said John Shinsky, interim dean of the College of Education. "This ceremony reflects the collaborative work between K-12 and higher education as we celebrate the success of these exceptional graduates."
About 125 graduates are expected to participate in Convocation. The ceremony will also include the hooding ceremony for COE students completing their master’s degree requirements.
Convocation is a precursor to Grand Valley's commencement ceremonies December 12 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.
During convocation, James Rummer, director of Career and Technical Education within the Charlevoix Emmet County Intermediate School District, will receive the Alumni Association’s Outstanding Alumni Leader Award.
Two students will serve as keynote speakers: Katrina Swymeler, who is completing a bachelor's degree in biology with Secondary Teacher Certification, and Forrest Clift, who is completing the Educational Specialist degree in educational leadership.
