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

Bookstore Hours During Commencement Weekend

The UIS Bookstore will be open during commencement weekend. The Bookstore is located in Founder's Hall and hours will be as follows:

  • Friday, May 8 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 9 - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Meet Up for Graduates/Faculty

Join us for The Meet Up, a lively pre-ceremony gathering for graduates, faculty, families, and supporters. This is a space to connect, share congratulations, and capture meaningful moments before heading to your commencement ceremony.

  • Event Location: Innovate Springfield (Horace Mann Building), 3rd Floor
  • Date/Times: Saturday, May 9
    • 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (prior to 12:30 p.m. ceremony)
    • 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (prior to 5:30 p.m. ceremony)

Enjoy light refreshments, take photos with your graduate or colleagues, reconnect with members of the campus community, and experience the excitement of Commencement Day together. This event is co-sponsored by the divisions of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, as well as the Center for Online Learning, Research and Service.

News

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Apr 03, 2023
Deadline TODAY for Regalia
Hello, grad--  Today is the deadline to order your Commencement regalia. All students participating in Commencement must wear a black cap and gown (…
commencement 2022
Mar 27, 2023
Commencement 2023 Volunteers Needed
Dear UIS Colleagues, UIS Commencement 2023 is rapidly approaching, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this year’s Commencement Ceremonies…
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Mar 23, 2023
Order Your Regalia
Thank you for submitting your Intent to Participate form. You’ve officially notified us that you plan to attend Commencement! The last step in the process is…
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Mar 20, 2023
Commencement Deadline TODAY: Late submissions not accepted.
Confirm your participation in Commencement by submitting an intent to participate form by 11:59 p.m. tonight. If you do not complete the form today, you will…
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Mar 16, 2023
Commencement: Deadline Reminder
Congratulations on your eligibility to graduate! This is a quick reminder of some important deadlines that are quickly approaching. If you have not…
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Mar 08, 2023
Important Commencement Information!
Commencement Ceremony UIS Commencement is at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the Bank of Springfield Center in downtown Springfield. …

Events

Graduation breakfast invitation with details for April 22nd event.
GPSI and DPA Fellow Graduation Breakfast
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The Center for State Policy & Leadership and the Office of Graduate Intern Programs are excited to celebrate our Graduate Public…
Student Affairs Leadership Reception
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Contact Information:      Phone: 217-206-4762      Email: studentlife@uis.edu Access: This event is open to the campus community.
Prairie PROUD Celebration & Reception
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Contact Information:      Phone: 217-206-6333      Email: diversity@uis.edu Invitation Only:• All graduates for Fall 2025, Spring 2026…
New Music Springfield - Inside In C
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You'll be inside the music when twenty-one performers ring the UIS Colonnade, surrounding the audience, as we present Terry Riley's…
College of Business and Management Pre-Graduation Celebration
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The UIS College of Business and Management cordially invites all CBM graduating students to attend a special pre-graduation…
International Congratulatory Ceremony
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Contact Information:Phone: 217-206-6678Email: esuzu2@uis.edu