• If you submitted the online Faculty Participation and Regalia form indicating that you will be participating, commencement information will be sent to you prior to the ceremonies.
  • If you will be 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 be available and the cost for home shipping will be the responsibility of the faculty member.

Meet Up for Graduates/Faculty

As we prepare to celebrate our graduates, we are excited to introduce "The Meet Up" - a designated space for students and faculty to connect and celebrate before each commencement ceremony begins. This is an effort 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, before the formality of each ceremony begins. Light refreshments (water and lemonade) will be provided, along with an open space for photos/mingling. Staff will also be available to answer questions and offer assistance.

  • Event Location: Campus Central Quad / Tent at the Student Union
  • Rain Location: Public Affairs Center, Room 3B
  • Times:
    • Friday, May 9 - 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
    • Saturday, May 10 - 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
    • Saturday, May 10 - 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Parking

If you are a platform party or faculty member participating in the 2025 commencement ceremonies, you need to arrive extra early, as parking will be on a first come, first served basis. Hang tags will not be required during the commencement ceremonies.

Ceremony Information

The Faculty Robing Room will be located in the UIS Performing Arts Center.  Please look for room signs on the day of the ceremonies.