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Commencement

We can’t wait to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates!

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Congratulations, graduates! We are #RedbirdProud of you. You’ve achieved so much during your time at Illinois State, and we are excited to celebrate this important milestone with you.

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Celebrating Our Redbirds

Interim President Tarhule shakes a graduate's hand.

Commencement Ceremonies

The commencement ceremony includes the graduate processional and speeches by the University President and other campus officials. View complete ceremony schedule.

A photo station.

Commencement Photo Station

A variety of commencement and Illinois State-themed photo backdrops are available for informal photos with family and friends.

Graduates in their seats in the stadium.

Commencement Streaming

If you are unable to attend in person, watch the ceremonies via live stream or view a recording of the most recent ceremonies any time.

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Digital Downloads

Let your friends and family know you are a proud Illinois State graduate! View this year's downloads.

Winter 2022 Graduates by College

Degree candidate lists represent those who were eligible to complete their degrees in the fall 2022 semester and applied for graduation prior to the November 7, 2022 deadline.

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    College of Applied Science and Technology

  • Students in physics lab

    College of Arts and Sciences

  • Business students walking

    College of Business

  • Student teacher

    College of Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, and University Studies

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    Mennonite College of Nursing

  • Shakespeare play

    Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts

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All graduates are automatically members of the Illinois State University Alumni Association. This volunteer organization serves more than 240,000 living alumni, the University, and its students.

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