Students hear from university leaders, faculty, administrators and special guests, and are introduced to some time-honored university traditions. Convocation is the first of many memorable moments for you at Ohio State and the only time prior to graduation that the entire class is gathered.
![Dean and director of Ohio State Newark William MacDonald stands at the podium addressing first year students.](/sites/default/files/styles/standard_large/public/media/image/2023/08/23OSU_convocation-4786.jpg?h=8ca4e465)