Convocation 2021
Virtual Ceremony
Convocation
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
3 PM ET
Convocation Speaker
Kizzmekia S. Corbett, PhD is the scientific co-lead of the Coronavirus Vaccine and Immunopathogenesis Team that developed the Moderna mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. In addition to this remarkable work, Dr. Corbett volunteers her time to share her knowledge about science with people of color via social media and in public forums with the aim to mitigate health disparities. Her most recent outreach has been about vaccine safety and educating people on the facts to help counter vaccine misinformation.
Convocation Program
2020-21 Conferral Dates*
August 28, 2020 for Summer graduates
December 31, 2020 for Fall graduates
May 27, 2021 for Spring graduates
* The School's Convocation Ceremony and the University Commencement Ceremony are held once a year in May.
Graduation Communications
- JHSPH Convocation Ceremony and Speaker Announcement (March 1, 2021)
- Graduation verification communication to May 2021 expected graduates (March 2, 2021)
Graduating Student Checklist
The checklist can be found here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
I graduated in May 2021. When will my degree be posted to my transcript?
Degrees conferred in May 2021 have already been posted to transcripts.
I graduated in May 2021. How will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas were ordered immediately following graduation. Your diploma will be mailed to you once it is available. Please take a moment and log into your SIS self-service account (https://sis.jhu.edu/ ) to review your current diploma address. Your address information can be found on the “Summary” screen under the “Personal Info” link. If you need to change or provide your diploma address, please do so by clicking the “edit” link and making the necessary updates as soon as possible. Please be aware the ongoing situation with COVID-19 may result in shipping delays. The process may take anywhere from 4-6 weeks.
I earned a certificate. When will it be posted to my transcript?
Certificate completions are in the process of being reported to our office. Certificates will be posted to transcripts within the next few weeks.
I plan on graduating in August 2021. When will the graduation application be available?
The graduation application for August is currently available. Log into your SIS self-service account (https://sis.jhu.edu/). The Graduation Application can be found on the “Program of Study” screen under the “Registration” link.
I plan on graduating in either August 2021 or December 2021. Are graduation ceremonies held during these months?
A: No. The School and University-wide graduation ceremonies are held once a year in May. August 2021 and December 2021 graduates are welcome to participate in the May 2022 ceremonies.
I graduated in May 2021. When will my degree be posted to my transcript?
Degrees conferred in May 2021 have already been posted to transcripts.
I graduated in May 2021. How will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas were ordered immediately following graduation. Your diploma will be mailed to you once it is available. Please take a moment and log into your SIS self-service account (https://sis.jhu.edu/ ) to review your current diploma address. Your address information can be found on the “Summary” screen under the “Personal Info” link. If you need to change or provide your diploma address, please do so by clicking the “edit” link and making the necessary updates as soon as possible. Please be aware the ongoing situation with COVID-19 may result in shipping delays. The process may take anywhere from 4-6 weeks.
I earned a certificate. When will it be posted to my transcript?
Certificate completions are in the process of being reported to our office. Certificates will be posted to transcripts within the next few weeks.
I plan on graduating in August 2021. When will the graduation application be available?
The graduation application for August is currently available. Log into your SIS self-service account (https://sis.jhu.edu/). The Graduation Application can be found on the “Program of Study” screen under the “Registration” link.
I plan on graduating in either August 2021 or December 2021. Are graduation ceremonies held during these months?
A: No. The School and University-wide graduation ceremonies are held once a year in May. August 2021 and December 2021 graduates are welcome to participate in the May 2022 ceremonies.
More questions? Please contact the Office of Records and Registration at https://support.sis.jhu.edu/case/.