Congratulations, Graduates!
If you are planning to participate in the Commencement ceremony on May 17, 2025, mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 29 for Graduate Salute! No appointment is needed, just head over to Hermann Hall between 3-6 p.m. Please be sure to bring your HawkCard for checking in.
Join Interim Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Jamshid Mohammadi for a toast to the class of 2025! Light refreshments will be available between 4:30–6 p.m.
This event is only for eligible graduates, faculty, and staff. You are not able to bring guests to this event.
Between 3–4:30 p.m. you will be able to:
- Speak with the Career Services team and share your employment needs or plans.
- Receive access for release of your digital tickets after the event. Tickets will be sent out electronically a few days after Graduate Salute.
- Meet with various academic units to finalize any last-minute action items prior to Commencement.
- Interact with ÀÏÍõÂÛ̳ alumni to make sure you are connected and prepared to stay in touch with ÀÏÍõÂÛ̳ after you have graduated.
- Learn about opportunities to continue your education at ÀÏÍõÂÛ̳ through our graduate and Ph.D. programs.
- Order your personalized graduation announcements and class ring onsite
- Take photos with your fellow graduates, faculty, and staff with our photo booth (and keep an eye out for Talon, ÀÏÍõÂÛ̳’s mascot!)
Please note: Ordering regalia and guest tickets will take place solely online. You will not be receiving your cap and gown (regalia) at this event. However, it is required that you attend Graduate Salute to receive access to your electronic tickets. If you cannot attend Graduate Salute, contact your college ceremony planner.
Contact commencement@iit.edu with any questions.