Call for Faculty, Staff Participation in CofC Convocation

Dear Faculty and Staff, 

On Monday, August 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., our incoming students will participate in our annual Convocation program. Convocation is an event that marks the beginning of an academic year. 

Our first-year and transfer students will be led to Porter’s Lodge and into the Cistern Yard for our Convocation program. As many of you may know, there is symbolism in the students entering through Porter’s Lodge. Students begin their academic journey by walking through Porter’s Lodge and conclude their academic journey by departing through Porter’s Lodge at the end of graduation. 

We want to make sure our students are greeted enthusiastically and warmly welcomed as they enter the Cistern Yard for Convocation. I am asking you to help us line George Street and the brick walkway of Cistern Yard. In addition to showing up, please wear Cougar gear or maroon and cheer for our incoming students! 

Please make your way to the Cistern Yard by 9:30 a.m. on Monday, August 18, to participate in this energizing welcome experience. Incoming students will begin arriving at approximately 9:40 a.m. and Convocation will begin at approximately 10:00 a.m. and will last approximately 25 minutes. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Executive Vice President for Student Affairs Alicia Caudill at [email protected] or 843.953.5522. 

I look forward to seeing many members of our campus community in the Cistern Yard as we welcome our newest Cougars!

Sincerely,

Andrew

Andrew T. Hsu, Ph.D.
President
College of Charleston