Spring
Commencement



Frequently asked questions



What time does the ceremony begin?


10 a.m. on Saturday, May 17

Where will commencement be held?

Carver Arena in the Peoria Civic Center

How long will the ceremony last?

It will conclude at about 12:30 p.m.

How many tickets may I get?

Each candidate for graduation may obtain up to 8 tickets for the Commencement ceremony. Tickets must be picked up in person at the Alumni Center located at 807 Glenwood. Tickets will be available beginning May 1. As a limited number of tickets are available we request that candidates request only the number actually needed. Please return any tickets that will not be used. The Alumni Center will be open from when to when?

What time should we get there?

Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Commencement begins at 10 a.m.

Where should we meet our student after the ceremony?

In Exhibit Hall A or the foyer

Where should we park?

Parking is available on a fee basis in the Civic Center parking lot on Kumpf Blvd. and in the parking deck on Jefferson Street.

For complete details, go to Commencement Booklet


Graduation reception

A graduation reception for candidates their families, friends, faculty and staff will be held on Friday, May 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Founder's Circle in front of Bradley Hall on campus. Complimentary tickets are available in the Alumni Office in the Alumni Center. (hours Alumni Center is open)

Cap and Gown information

Graduation announcements

The Commencement Ceremony

Academic Regalia

Questions about Candidacy for Graduation

Campus Map and Directions to Peoria

Map of Peoria

Hotel and Restaurant information