You have worked so hard to get to this point. Each Honors College graduate who registered to attend in TASSEL will receive a gold Honors stole at the ceremony, which can be worn at all other college commencement ceremonies. Each graduate will also receive a certificate of Honors College membership.
Students who have declared intent to graduate but have not registered to attend the ceremony may pick up their stoles and certificates beginning Thursday, May 8th, at the Honors College front desk in Burnham Hall.
Event Details
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
7:00 p.m.
UIC Dorin Forum (725 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608)
Please review the following details carefully to help you prepare for the event:
Arrival & Check-In
- Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for graduating students to check in.
- Enter through the Forum’s main doors.
- Guests may begin entering at 6:30 p.m.
- Please allow additional time for traffic and parking.
Bag Policy
- Backpacks and large bags are not permitted inside the venue.
- A full list of approved and prohibited items will be available here: https://forum.uic.edu/reserving-space/building-policies/
Tickets Required
- This is a ticketed event for both graduates and guests.
- Be sure to bring your ticket, which you can download from your TASSEL registration.
Graduate Line-Up
- Students must check in between 6:00 and 6:30.
- You will line up and receive instructions between 6:30 and 6:45, and will process into the auditorium at 7:00 pm.
- It is critical that you arrive on time, because you will be in alphabetical order and will receive your individual certificate.
- After entering, graduates will proceed to Rooms D, E, and F (combined space) to line up in alphabetical order.
- Marshals will be present to guide and assist you.
We can’t wait to recognize your accomplishments at this special event. If you have any questions, contact the Honors College through our Support Form.
Convocation Schedule
| Event | Spring 2025 Honors College Convocation |
|---|---|
| Date | May 7, 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 pm |
| Location | UIC Dorin Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Rd. |
| Length of Program | Approximately 90-100 minutes |
| Keynote Address: | Dick Simpson, Professor Emeritus |
| Student Address: | Janna Janthapaiboonkajon |
| Alumni Remarks: | Usama Ibrahim |
Student Caps and Gowns
The ceremony will require formal academic dress (cap and gown). Caps and gowns are for purchase from the UIC Bookstore, located on the first floor of Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted. You can also order online, shipping and in store pickup options are available.
For more information, visit the UIC Commencement page.
Tickets
Tickets are required for this event. Each graduate is allotted six tickets. You will request your tickets through TASSEL. Any remaining tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Honors Capstone
The Capstone Completion Form must be submitted by Friday, May 2nd. You must complete your Capstone, including all paperwork, to receive your gold stole and certificate.
Honors College Gold Stole
Graduates attending the Honors College Convocation Ceremony will receive their gold stole at the ceremony. Graduates unable to attend the Convocation may pick up their gold stole from the Honors College Reception desk beginning May 8th. The Honors College gold stole may be worn with your academic attire at all other college commencement ceremonies.
Riddle Prize for Outstanding Graduate
The Honors College proudly awards the Donald and Leah Riddle Prize to one outstanding graduating senior regardless of major field. The Riddle Prize is made each year in recognition of the former UIC Chancellor Donald Riddle and his wife Leah and honors the Riddles’ contribution to the campus. If the recipient is a member of the Honors College, we honor their receipt of the award at the Honors Convocation. The award is based on academic excellence and leadership. The winner receives a bronze medallion and a cash prize.
Information about the application, as well as its submission timeline, is available through UIC SnAP. Students must submit a one-page resume, a personal statement, and at least one letter of recommendation in addition to the questions in SnAP.
Latin Honors Policy
Latin Honors listed below will appear on UIC transcripts for undergraduate students who earned degrees Summer 2004 or thereafter.
Summa Cum Laude 3.90 and above GPA
Magna Cum Laude 3.75 to 3.89
Cum Laude 3.50 to 3.74
Summa Cum Laude (Gold) = Highest praise
Magna Cum Laude (Silver) = High praise
Cum Laude (Bronze) = Praise
UIC will reserve the right to make permanent adjustments to the list of students receiving Latin Honors based on final semester grade point average. For additional information, please contact the Office of the Registrar.
Faculty
Honors College Fellows, Faculty and Friends are encouraged to attend the Honors College Convocation.
This year’s Honors College Convocation will be Wednesday, May 7th, at 7 p.m., also in the Dorin Forum. Academic garb is required and must be ordered separately. To register to be part of Convocation please respond here by March 28th. The order form for cap and gown is available within this link but you need to order it directly from the supplier. If you have questions please contact Michele McCrillis at mmccrill@uic.edu.
Whether you have ordered robes or are bringing your own, you may begin robing in the staging area at the UIC Dorin Forum at 6:30. Please follow the directional signs to the staging area.
Additional Information
Please check the UIC Commencement website for additional details related to the Spring 2025 UIC Commencement ceremonies: www.commencement.uic.edu
Further Questions?
Please contact Honors College Support or call the Honors College at (312) 413-2260.