MSU College of Education Doctoral Convocation - Fall 2026

Each fall and spring semester, the College of Education hosts a Doctoral Convocation (hooding ceremony) for candidates who have completed their programs of study. Below, you will find information on this year’s events:

• Who is eligible to participate?: Ph.D. students who orally defend their dissertation between July 1 and Dec. 31 may only participate in the fall (December) ceremony. Ed.D. and Ed.S. candidates must be on track to complete all program requirements no later than December 31, 2026 to participate in the fall ceremony.

• How do I register to participate in the Doctoral Hooding Ceremony in the Erickson KIVA?: Registration opened October 16 and closes November 28. Contact Carrie Oney (cretenca@msu.edu) with questions.