• If you are participating and have special needs/accommodation requests, please email commencement@uis.edu.
• If you ordered regalia as part of the Faculty Participation and Regalia form submission, items will be delivered to your college office in late April/early May.
• If your participation plans change after your submission, please email commencement@uis.edu. Please be aware that, while it may be possible to submit late regalia orders after the final deadline date, only the home ship option will then be available and the cost for home shipping will be the responsibility of the faculty member.

Meet Up for Graduates/Faculty

"The Meet Up" will return by popular demand again this year. It's a designated space for students and faculty to connect and celebrate before each commencement ceremony begins. It is co-sponsored by the divisions of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs and will be a relaxed and meaningful moment to honor relationships formed throughout the academic journey. Light refreshments (water and lemonade) will be provided, along with an open space for photos/mingling. Staff will be available to answer questions and offer assistance.

• Event Location: To Be Announced
• Times: To Be Announced

Parking

Due to other events happening in downtown Springfield on commencement day, allow extra time for arrival and to locate parking. A number of options are available, including parking ramps, parking lots, and street parking (meters are free on weekends). Visit the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau website to plan your trip downtown.

Ceremony Information

The Faculty Robing Room will be located in the lower level of the Bank of Springfield Center. Please look for room signs on the day of the ceremonies.