The Black Excellence Graduation Ceremony is a unique, exciting opportunity to celebrate graduates from colleges spanning undergraduate, graduate, and degree programs, in one place on the same day. The ceremony showcases the perseverance of Black students who have successfully matriculated at UIC.
2025 Black Excellence Graduation Ceremony
Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
Doors open: 3:30PM
Ceremony begins: 4:30PM
Location: Isador and Sadie Dorin Forum 725 W. Roosevelt Rd. Chicago, IL 60607
Students must register to participate in the ceremony. The registration link can be found under the 2025 Frequently Asked Questions tab at the top of the page.
Questions: Email blackexcellencegrad@uic.edu
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