Alexa Hirschfeld

People use us for their weddings, their university convocations - you become a part of culture. That's a big part of people's lives, and it's actually a really big honor for us. All their memories around that process are stored in Paperless Post.

American Businesswoman

Cordell Hull

Within a few weeks the organization for the maintenance of international peace and security, established by the San Francisco Charter, will be formally launched through the convocation of the first General Assembly of the United Nations.

American Public Servant

Use 'convocation' for formal or ceremonial groups, not casual gatherings.

Formal Events

'Convocation' implies a formal meeting, not a two-way discussion among participants.

Not for Discussions

Many convocations are annual events, especially those in institutional settings.

Often Annual

'Convocation' suggests an authoritative call to come together, not a casual invitation.

Call to Assemble

'Convocation' is often used when many people are summoned, not for small groups.

Large Scale

In academia, 'convocation' refers to a milestone event, celebrating achievement.

Academic Milestone

'Convocation' is used for the specific event of awarding degrees, not other school events.

Specific Ceremony

Participants often wear formal academic dress for university convocations.

Convocation

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