Commencement Program
Those attending commencement in person received a printed program that included summarized ceremony and miscellaneous information. The complete online commencement program (including graduate names, etc.) is posted below.
Special Needs
Wheelchairs for transport were not available at Sangamon Auditorium in the UIS Performing Arts Center. Graduates with an assistance/accommodation request contacted the Office of Records and Registration (217-206-7730 or registrar@uis.edu). Guests with an assistance/accommodation contacted the Office Disability Services (217-206-6666 or ods@uis.edu).
Springfield Information
For information related to Springfield, visit: Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau. They have created a landing page devoted specifically to UIS family and friends.
Directions/Maps
The University of Illinois Springfield is located at One University Plaza Springfield, IL 62703. Please view the helpful information below:
Gifts for Graduates
If you would like to purchase gifts for your graduate, the UIS Bookstore has a number of items for sale. In addition, the Commencement Group offers a variety of items, including t-shirts and flowers.
Parking
Parking was available during the commencement ceremonies in campus parking lots. No parking hang tags or parking fees were required.
Venue (UIS Performing Arts Center) Information
Guests may visit the information desk in the lobby for questions and assistance. In addition, please note the following:
- Restrooms and elevators are located on all levels of the Auditorium in each tower.
- Accessible seating is available on main and mezzanine levels.
- Assisted listening devices and sensory bags are available from the Guest Services Office in the lobby.
- Overflow seating with livestream is available on the lower level of the UIS Performing Arts Center.
- No smoking is allowed anywhere on the grounds. UIS is a smoke-free and vape-free campus.
- Medical assistance is available by request.
- Lactation facilities are located in PAC rooms 491 and 492.
- Stroller parking is available in the lobby.
- Balloons are not allowed in the Auditorium and can be checked at the stroller parking area in the lobby.
Hotels
The following hotels may extend discounted rates to family members and friends attending the UIS Commencement Ceremonies. Please mention “UIS Commencement” when calling to make reservations.
Candlewood Suites
2501 Sunrise Dr.
Springfield, IL 62703
217-522-5100
Candlewood Suites Hotel Information/Rates
Carpenter Street Hotel
525 N 6th St.
Springfield, IL 62702
217-789-9100
Carpenter Street Hotel Information/Rates
Comfort Suites
2620 South Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, IL 62703
217-615-4445
Comfort Suites Hotel Information/Rates
Holiday Inn Express
3050 South Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL 62703
888-465-4329
Holiday Inn Express Room Information/Rates
President Abraham Lincoln a Doubletree by Hilton Hotel
701 E Adams St
Springfield, IL 62701
217-544-8800
President Abraham Lincoln a Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Room Information/Rates
Residence Inn
2915 Stanford Ave.
Springfield, IL 62703
217-527-1100
Residence Inn Room Information/Rates
The State House Inn – An Ascend Collection Hotel
101 East Adams St
Springfield, IL 62701
217-528-5100
The State House Inn Room Information/Rates
SpringHill Suites
3921 MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62711
217-789-0000
SpringHill Suites Room Information/Rates
Wyndham Springfield City Centre
700 East Adams St
Springfield, IL 62701
217-789-1530
Wyndham Springfield City Centre Room Information/Rates
Restaurants
- For detailed information about restaurants in Springfield please contact the Springfield Convention and Visitor’s Bureau at (800) 545-7300.