Graduation

Applying to graduate

In order to participate in graduation-related events, you must apply to graduate.

Every year, graduation applications are due:
February 1 (for graduation in May, June, or July)
October 1 (for graduation in December)

The SPH-B Student Recognition Event is a separate occasion from Indiana University Commencement.

At IU Commencement, graduating students from every school across campus gather in traditional graduation attire (cap and gown) and are not recognized individually.


Visit commencement.indiana.edu to learn more.

SPH-B Winter Recognition Event

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Grads in business professional attire

Friday, December 19, 2025
4 p.m.
Whittenberger Auditorium, Indiana Memorial Union

If you plan to participate in the SPH-B Winter Recognition Event, you must RSVP by November 30, 2025 If you are eligible to graduate in December, you will receive an email with the RSVP link.

 

 

THINGS TO KNOW:

  • The names of participating graduates will be read aloud during the event.
  • To ensure that all graduates have an equal opportunity to bring their family and friends to this event, students will be limited to four guests.
  • All participating graduates must wear business professional attire. Honor cords and stoles may be worn along with this attire, but the traditional cap and gown are not worn.
  • To find parking for the Indiana Memorial Union (IMU), use either IMU Pay Lot #1 on the east side of the building or IMU Pay Lot #2 across Seventh Street. Both lots are open from 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week.

Further questions? Contact sphevent@iu.edu