Matriculation Ceremony

We are excited to invite you to this time-honored Albion College tradition, Wednesday, August 21 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. in Goodrich Chapel.

About Matriculation

Matriculation is a formal process of becoming a student or enrolling in a college. This event marks the moment when all new students (both first-years and transfers) officially become a part of the Albion family in College history.

During this event, our newest students are formally welcomed to the Albion community of scholars by their peers, the faculty and the College’s president. They will participate in traditions to matriculate into Albion College, such as learning the College hymn, “Albion, Dear Albion” and hearing from faculty and college leadership.

2024 Matriculation Ceremony Details

The 2024 Matriculation Ceremony will take place on new student student move-in day Wednesday, Aug. 21 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. in Goodrich Chapel.

Wednesday, August 21

3:30 p.m.: Community Assistants and Albion-O Leaders will gather students at Goodrich Chapel and help them to their seats.
3:45 p.m.: Faculty members line up on the south lawn, the platform party lines up in the foyer, all guests should be seated.
4 p.m.: Formal academic procession begins, including faculty and platform party.
4:45 p.m.: Ceremony ends, faculty and platform party recess, students remain seated for Welcome Session
4:45 – 5:45 p.m. Student Welcome and Supporter Sessions (Students stay in Goodrich; supporters in Norris 101)
6 – 8 p.m. Dinner (BBQ on the Quad)
8 – 10 p.m. First Floor meetings (Residence halls)