Nova Southeastern University Convocation 2026
Friday, August 14, 2026
Rick Case Arena in the Don Taft University Center
Doors open at 9:00 a.m.
Ceremony begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.
2025 Convocation Recap Video
Convocation is a gathering of the NSU community to celebrate and recognize our incoming undergraduate students as new members of our Shark family, and to officially begin the academic year.
All new students and their families, faculty, administrators, and staff are welcome to join convocation. New NSU undergraduate students in attendance will receive their FREE official NSU Stole and first Shark Pin (students must be in attendance to receive their FREE NSU stole and pin).
Parking Information
Guests should park in the Public Library and Student Main Parking Garage. Please view the links below for a campus map and information about paying to park.
Visitor Parking Information | Nova Southeastern University
Accommodation Request Process
If you are a new Nova Southeastern University student and will need accommodations to participate in the Convocation Ceremony, please notify the Office of Student Disability Services at least two weeks in advance of the event. Please fill out the request form with the proper information: Office of Student Disability Services—Convocation Assistance/Accommodations Request. Additional information can be viewed on their website, Student Disability Services | Nova Southeastern University, or you can reach the office at (954) 262-7185 or by email at disabilityservices@nova.edu.
Service Animals
No animals, with the exception of certified service animals, will be admitted