University of Illinois Commencement 2024
Congratulations, Illinois Graduates
Commencement is one of the proudest days of the year at Illinois. Our graduates are taking the first step toward a lifetime of achievements – discover all the ways to celebrate the Class of 2024 on Commencement weekend.
Day of the Ceremony Details
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Unit Convocation Ceremony Schedule
Event Livestream
Honors, Graduates and Candidates
The list of graduates is as accurate as possible. However, because of production deadlines, names of some degree recipients may not appear, while names of degree candidates may appear even though they have not completed their degree requirements.
The University’s official registry for conferral of degrees is the Office of the Registrar, 901 West Illinois Street, Urbana, IL 61801.
When you bring the brightest minds together, everything changes.
Experience Campus
Share the joy of Illinois
No matter where you are, explore these cherished campus landmarks with your loved ones on the big day.
Alma Mater
Standing tall on the north side of Altgeld Hall, the iconic sculpture depicts a woman in academic robes flanked by two figures representing the university’s motto, “Learning and Labor.”
Illini Union
Generations of students have enjoyed the Union’s programs, services and resources since the student center first opened its doors in 1941.
Abraham Lincoln Bust
Lincoln’s nose is shiny bright from the thousands of students who have reached out for good luck before exams.
University Library
Our library is one of the largest public university libraries in the world, housing more than 14 million volumes and 24 million items.
Hallene Gateway
The Hallene Gateway greets visitors at the east entrance of campus.
South Farms
The university's South Farms encompass more than 1,000 acres of land used for research, teaching and outreach.
Morrow Plots
The Morrow Plots are the oldest continuous agricultural field in the Western Hemisphere.
Eternal Flame
Located on the Main Quad, the former oil lamp promises eternal love after kissing your significant other beneath it.
Altgeld Chimes
You know you’re on campus when you hear the stately ring of “Hail to the Orange” from the Altgeld Hall chimes.
Foellinger Auditorium
One of the most iconic buildings on campus, Foellinger Auditorium hosts classes, public lectures, concerts and student performances.
Altgeld Chimes
Sounds like home. Experience the familiar ring of the Altgeld Chimes.
No matter where you are, don’t forget to turn your tassel
The tassel is worn on the right side and moved to the left when students earn their diplomas.
You are Illinois graduates.
And Illinois graduates change the world.
Congratulations!
As you take your next steps, remember the familiar Illinois orange and blue is never far away.
Share your #ILLINOIS2024 Story
There are certain days in life that you never forget. This is one of them. Share your day with us on social media using #ILLINOIS2024.