Day-of Instructions
In-Person Commencement:
Fall 2021 commencement will be held December 17-18, 2021.
- For a full list of dates and times visit Event Schedules.
- There is no cost to participate in commencement.
- Doors open to graduates and guests one hour prior to the the start of each ceremony.
- We ask that you limit your group size to four guests, so that all guests may be accommodated.
- Seating is on a first come, first served basis.
- All ceremonies will be livestreamed for guests who are not able to attend.
- Graduate and guest parking is available in Lot A at no cost.
- More information about commencement will be available in September.
Photo Opportunity:
The fall 2021 photo opportunity will be held December 17, 2021 at 9 a.m.
- There is no cost to participate in the photo opportunity.
- Doors open to graduates and guests one hour prior to the event.
- We ask that you limit your group size to four guests.
- The event will be livestreamed for guests who are not able to attend.
- Graduate and guest parking is available in Lot A at no cost.
- More information about commencement will be available in September.
Per CDC, IDPH and SIUE COVID-19 guidelines, masks are required while indoors for all guests, regardless of vaccination status. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in creating a safe atmosphere for all.
Photography
GradImages is the official photographer of SIUE commencement. Photographs will be taken of each graduate during each ceremony as they cross the stage and after crossing the stage with their diploma cover. Proofs will be provided by GradImages to graduates after each commencement ceremony for the opportunity to purchase photos.
