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Convocation vendors and services

To help mark this milestone, several services and keepsakes are available to graduates and their guests during convocation.

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AU merchandise and keepsakes

Celebrate your achievement and show your AU pride with a variety of official ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ merchandise and keepsakes available through the AU Store. From apparel and accessories to parchment frames designed to display your degree, diploma, or certificate, you’ll find items that help commemorate your accomplishment and your connection to AU.

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AU Press

Explore books and publications from ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Press (AU Press), Canada’s first open-access scholarly press dedicated to expanding access to knowledge and sharing research with readers around the world.

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Graduation portraits

GradPhotos.ca is the official photographer for ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ and will be available onsite during Convocation for graduation portraits. Book a convocation-day photo session to capture this milestone.

You can also book an appointment year-round at their studio in Edmonton, Alta., where graduates can be photographed in the official AU cap, gown, and hood for their degree.

Prefer a local option? Many professional photography studios offer graduation portrait sessions and will have a standard black graduation gown and cap available. Convocation hoods are available for purchase.

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AU class rings

Commemorate your accomplishment with an AU grad ring from Jostens. Crafted with precision and available in a variety of styles and metals, these rings are designed to reflect your personal taste while honouring your academic achievements.

All ring designs will be on display at Convocation 2026, and a Jostens representative will be onsite to size your finger, answer questions, and assist with ordering your AU ring.

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Grad flowers and gifts

Pre-order graduation flowers and gifts from Athabasca-based florist Woodland + Wildflower Weddings, including AU 2026 bouquets and graduation bears. Orders can be placed in advance and picked up on convocation day. A limited number will be available for purchase on the day of convocation.