WorldAugust 16, 2026
convocation
kon-vuh-KAY-shun
Definition
A formal ceremonial assembly of the members of a university, typically for the purpose of conferring degrees.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'convocatio,' meaning an assembly or gathering, which comes from the verb 'convocare'—combining 'con-' (together) and 'vocare' (to call).
In the news
The article discusses controversy surrounding the proposed attendance of the Chief Justice of India at a university convocation, which sparked student protests.
From Legal Regulation to Student Discipline: Has the BCI Crossed the Line?
Read the full article ↗thewire.in