Procedure
CONVOCATION CEREMONY – Procedure
Following is the procedure that needs to be observed to ensure the smooth running of the convocation ceremony: | ||
1. | Conferment of degree by HRH the Constitutional Head of IIUM | |
The Dean of each Kulliyyah will announce the degree to be conferred by HRH the Constitutional Head. | ||
2. | Going On Stage | |
You will rise after the respective Deans announce the degrees, and walk towards the stage. On stage, you will move towards HRH the Constitutional Head to receive your scrolls. | ||
3. | Receiving the Scroll | |
a. | There will be an ‘X‘ marked on the floor, in front of HRH the Constitutional Head. This is the place where you should be standing when receiving your scroll; | |
b. | Walk towards HRH the Constitutional Head and stop on the ‘X‘ mark, bow with respect to HRH the Constitutional Head, | |
c. | Accept the scroll with both hands, move one step backward, bow, side-step to the left, hold your scroll on your right side with your right arm and walk back to your seat. | |
Note: | – You must remain seated after receiving your scroll. Please observe the Rules and Etiquette during the Ceremony. | |
– You are not allowed to leave the hall when the ceremony is in session. This is to ensure that the programme proceeds in an orderly manner. |
Last update : 5 July 2011