Other Graduation Celebrations
Pre-commencement ceremonies celebrate the extraordinary achievements made by students. These celebrations are organized by their respective organizations/programs and are separate from SIUE's official commencement.
Always A Cougar Graduation Celebration
Thursday, May 8, 5-7 p.m.
Join us as we raise a toast to the Class of 2025! Celebrate your achievements and create lasting memories with fellow graduates at this special SIUE tradition. Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast, light appetizers, exciting giveaways, and more as we honor your journey at SIUE. Don’t miss this opportunity to kick off your graduation festivities in style! Register HERE
Join the Senior Campaign Now
Leave a lasting legacy at SIUE by participating in the Senior Campaign! A gift of $20.25 in honor of your class helps fund scholarships—making a difference for future Cougars. With your donation, you’ll receive a commemorative cord to wear at graduation, showing your Cougar pride and commitment to giving back. Join your classmates in making an impact—give today and leave your legacy! Visit https://connect.siue.edu/g/senior-campaign.
Affinity Graduation Celebrations
International Student Graduation Celebration
Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm
Morris University Center, Legacy Room
For more information, contact isss@siue.edu.
Military and Veteran Graduation Celebration
Friday, April 18, 2025 at 5:30pm
Morris University Center, Mississippi/Illinois Room
For more information, contact Telisha Reinhardt at treinha@siue.edu.
ACCESS Gateway Graduation Celebration
Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00pm
Student Success Center, Room 1201
For more information, contact Taylor Cross at taycros@siue.edu.
Hispanic/Latin@/x Graduation Celebration
Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm
Morris University Center, Conference Center
Black Graduation Celebration
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00pm
Morris University Center, Meridian Ballroom
Lavender Graduation Celebration
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm
Morris University Center, Conference Center
AAPI/APIDA Graduation Celebration
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm
Morris University Center, Conference Center
Non-Traditional Student Graduation Celebration
Friday, May 2, 2025 at 5:00pm
Morris University Center, Conference Center
All graduating students will receive registration information via email later in the semester with a registration deadline of April 17 at 11:59 pm. We encourage students to join us at the Graduation Celebrations for all the identities with which they align and feel affirmed. Please reach out to kimmelhub@siue.edu with any questions about Affinity Graduation Celebrations.
