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 7, 5 - 7 p.m.
Join us as we raise a toast to the Class of 2026! Celebrate your achievements and create lasting memories with fellow graduates at this special SIUE tradition. Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast, light appetizers, and your first SIUE alumni t-shirt (while supplies last)! We’ll have fun photo ops, a DJ spinning great music, and plenty of Cougar spirit as we honor your journey at SIUE. Don’t miss this chance to kick off your graduation festivities in style! Register HERE
Join the Senior Campaign
Leave a lasting legacy at SIUE by participating in the Senior Campaign! A gift of $20.26 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!
Affinity Graduation Celebrations
Hispanic/Latin@/x Graduation Celebration
- Monday 4/27, 4:00-5:00 pm
Conference Center/Second Floor/Morris University Center
Black Graduation Celebration
- Tuesday 4/28, 4:00-5:00 pm
Meridian Ballroom/Morris University Center
Lavender Graduation Celebration
- Wednesday 5/1, 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm
Conference Center/Second Floor/Morris University Center
AAPI/APIDA Graduation Celebration
- Thursday 4/30, 4:00-5:00 pm
Conference Center/Second Floor/Morris University Center
Non-Traditional Student Graduation Celebration
- Friday 5/1, 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm
Conference Center/Second Floor/Morris University Center
Please reach out to kimmelhub@siue.edu with any questions about Affinity Graduation Celebrations.
International Student Graduation Celebration
For more information, contact isss@siue.edu.
Military and Veteran Graduation Celebration
For more information, contact Telisha Reinhardt at treinha@siue.edu.
ACCESS Gateway Graduation Celebration
For more information, contact Taylor Cross at taycros@siue.edu.
