Commencement day is almost here! Please read the following info to be fully informed.
When/Where
Saturday, May 13, 2 p.m.| Bank of Springfield Center in downtown Springfield.
Arrival
Arrive between 1 and 1:30 p.m. The doors will close 15 minutes prior to the ceremony; you will not participate if you arrive after the doors close. Give yourself ample time for traffic, finding a parking spot and walking to the BOS Center. There are other events the same day downtown, so parking might take extra time.
Where to Arrive
Enter on the east side of the building (Ninth Street side) already dressed in your regalia.
- Graduates from the College of Public Affairs and Education and College of Business and
Management: Enter at the corner of Washington and Ninth streets. - Graduates from the College of Health, Science and Technology and College of Liberal Arts and Social
Sciences: Enter at the corner of Adams and Ninth streets.
Not sure which college you’re in? Check here.
Check In
You will receive an individualized email Thursday. Save this email and have it ready on your phone for quicker check in. Other ways you may check in: Swiping your iCard or entering your UIN or NetID.
Line Up
Locate your program sign. Your program marshal (look for the gold stole) will line you up and give you a card with your name on it. You must hold the card until you hand it to the announcer on stage, who will read your name from the card.
Graduate Attire
Wear lightweight clothing and dark shoes under your cap and gown. Items such as purses should not be brought to the Bank of Springfield Center. Honor cords and non-gold stoles may be worn, but only program marshals should wear gold stoles.
Regalia Pick Up
Regalia orders that were shipped to the Bookstore are now available for pick up. If you have other last-minute regalia needs, please contact the Bookstore. Hours this week: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday.
Special Needs/Assistance Arrangements
Graduates who need special assistance should contact Student Affairs at 217-206-8038.
Additional Info
Your big day is almost here! As always, check the Commencement website for additional information.
If you are unable to find an answer to your question on the website, email commencement@uis.edu for assistance.
Let’s get ready to celebrate!
Commencement Committee