Northwestern Provost Erik Luijten to deliver Convocation 2026 address at NU-Q
<p>Doha, Qatar: Returning to Northwestern University in Qatar after attending the University’s 2026 Graduation ceremony as provost-elect, Northwestern Provost Erik Luijten will deliver the keynote address at Convocation 2026, officially welcoming the Class of 2030 to the Northwestern community in his inaugural visit to the Qatar campus in his capacity as the University’s chief academic…
In Doha, Qatar, Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) Provost Erik Luijten will deliver the Convocation 2026 address, officially welcoming the Class of 2030 to the campus during his inaugural visit as the University's chief academic officer.
Convocation marks the official commencement of the academic year, uniting students, families, faculty, staff, alumni, and distinguished guests to celebrate the newest cohort as they embark on their Northwestern journey. Luijten, who assumed his role as provost in July 2026, oversees the University's academic enterprise, collaborating with schools, faculty, and leadership to promote excellence in teaching, research, and student success.
A distinguished materials science and engineering scholar, Luijten has championed interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative research across various disciplines. As students return from the 2026 Graduation ceremony, Luijten emphasized the importance of his presence, stating that his return reflects the strong connection between NU-Q and the broader Northwestern University community.
He expressed his enthusiasm to greet the Class of 2030 and encourage them to embrace the Northwestern values of excellence, intellectual curiosity, and global engagement.
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