Commencement 2026
Saturday, May 9 at the Bank of Springfield Center in Downtown Springfield
Each year the University of Illinois Springfield celebrates its many outstanding graduates by holding commencement ceremonies. This year, ceremonies (divided by college) will be held to celebrate our graduates as noted below:
- 12:30 p.m. - Graduates from the College of Health, Science and Technology AND the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
- 5:30 p.m. - Graduates from the College of Business and Management AND the College of Public Affairs and Education
Student Speaker
Our student commencement speaker is an important tradition at UIS. All graduating students are eligible to audition. Representatives of the faculty will select the speaker. The chosen speaker’s speech will be pre-recorded and broadcast to graduates and attendees during both commencement ceremonies. If you wish to apply, please complete the following steps:
- Submit the online Commencement Student Speaker Application.
- Email your audition to commencement@uis.edu no later than 11:59 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026 (note: late submissions will not be accepted).
For the latest information, please visit the Commencement website. Questions should be sent to commencement@uis.edu.
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
Events
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Contact Information:Phone: 217-206-7642Email: kwalr2@uis.edu
Access: Invitation Only
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Department News
Mar 11, 2026
Dear UIS Colleagues,
UIS Commencement 2026 is rapidly approaching, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this year’s commencement ceremonies…
Mar 10, 2026
Dear students,
You are receiving this message because you may be eligible to participate in the 2026 Commencement Ceremonies. All critical commencement…
Mar 09, 2026
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Feb 18, 2026
This is the FINAL opportunity for students graduating in Spring 2026 or Summer 2026 who have not already taken the steps outlined below to do so by the posted…
Feb 13, 2026
Dear faculty,
The 55th annual UIS Commencement ceremonies will be held at the Bank of Springfield Center in downtown Springfield on Saturday, May 9, 2026…