Commencement

Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

Graduate School

Friday, May 12, 2023

  • Doors open, 3 p.m.
  • Ceremony starts, 4 p.m.

Undergraduate 

CLAS, CEET, CVPA
Saturday, May 13, 2023 

  • Doors open, 9 a.m.
  • Ceremony starts, 10 a.m.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS)
College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET)
College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA)

Undergraduate 

COE, COB, CHHS
Saturday, May 13, 2023  

  • Doors open, 1 p.m.
  • Ceremony starts, 2 p.m.

College of Education (COE)
College of Business (COB)
College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS)

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Get Ready

See how to prepare for graduation and the commencement ceremony.

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Share the Excitement

We have resources to help you share the excitement of graduation with your friends and family.

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Visitor Information

Visiting for commencement? We've got you covered with directions, hotel information and more.

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Welcome to the Alumni Family

Want to stay connected after graduation? Get involved with the NIU Alumni Association to connect with a network of more than 244,000 Huskies in Illinois and around the world.

  • Fun events and volunteer activities.
  • Professional networking opportunities.
  • Other discounts and perks.

May graduates and their families are invited to our New Graduate Reception from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on May 13. The business casual event will be held at the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center at 231 N. Annie Glidden Road.

Accessibility

Learn about accommodations for those with disabilities or special needs.

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