Graduation
Important Graduation Reminders:
- Purchase your academic attire to wear during the ceremony.
- Apply to graduate through the university system before the deadline.
- Register to participate in the University-wide Commencement Ceremony, if you choose to participate.
- RSVP if you plan to attend the College of Veterinary Medicine Ceremony.
Congratulations on nearing the end of your degree! You made it!
You’ve worked hard! Now it’s time to celebrate with your family, friends, fellow classmates, and faculty!
Join us for a weekend full of events honoring your accomplishments and the community that supported you along the way. Attend as many activities as you’d like throughout the celebration weekend.
Event details and schedules will be updated here as plans are finalized, so check back periodically for the latest information.
As you register for your final semester of classes, you will need to apply to graduate. You must do this to add your name to the pending degree list and have your diploma officially conferred.
Master of Veterinary Science Program Lunch Celebration, details coming soon!
Date: May 15, 2026
Location: Papa Del’s Pizza
1201 S Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820
Graduation ceremonies (i.e., commencement or convocation) are a fun but optional ceremony to celebrate your achievements with other peers. All our graduating students are welcome to participate in both the college and campus commencement!
College of Veterinary Medicine Convocation Ceremony
When: Friday, May 15th, 2026
Where: Foellinger Great Hall at KCPA, 500 South Goodwin, Urbana
Time: 3 p.m.
Live Stream the College Convocation Here
Dean’s Reception at the College of Veterinary Medicine
When: Friday, May 15th, 2026
Where: College of Veterinary Medicine, 2001 S Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL 61802
Time: 3 p.m.
You are welcome to participate in the campus wide celebration, as well!
Trying to decide if this program is right for you?
We’d be happy to answer any questions that you have.