New Student Convocation is a new Cal State LA tradition that officially welcomes our newest students to the Golden Eagle community and launches them into the fall semester!
Event Line-Up
August 22, 2026
3:15 – 5 p.m.
Luckman Theatre
Check in and pick up your Golden Eagle pin and meal ticket.
University leaders and an alumni guest will share words of inspiration.
- Welcome – Patrick K. Day, Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management
- Opening Remarks – President Berenecea Johnson Eanes
- Academic Charge – Provost Heather Lattimer
- Inspirational Charge – Carlos Illingworth, '04. Carlos is a Cal State LA alum with more than 20 years of experience in communications and public affairs. He is Senior Director of Community Relations at the Tournament of Roses and Executive Director of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation. He also serves as CEO of The Illingworth Group, a public affairs firm that he founded in 2026.
This is the moment it becomes official. Our student leaders will lead our newest Golden Eagles in a pinning ceremony, marking their entry into the campus community. Surrounded by peers, faculty, and University leadership, the 2026 Cohort is formally presented to the President and Provost.
Get a glimpse of student life on campus from student leaders and Golden Eagle athletes. Enjoy a performance from our cheer team before heading off for the Cohort Photo.
Join your classmates in the Street of the Arts for a large group photo.
Head to South Village for a free BBQ with your classmates.
Join Us
New students are invited to attend and may bring one guest while spaces remains available. There is no cost to attend New Student Convocation. Parking permits will be provided.