Your support has helped your graduate get to this day, and it’s your support and encouragement that makes Commencement day special. Join us in honoring an achievement that carry these students through all of their future endeavors.
You are vital to the celebration
Commencement Ceremony
Date: Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Time: Processional at approx. 9:45 a.m., Ceremony at 10 a.m.
Location: Whitewater Hall parking lot (outdoors)
2325 Chester Blvd.
Richmond, IN 47374
Venue and parking
Parking areas will be marked with directional signage as you enter the campus from the front Chester Boulevard entrance or via Cart Road Please follow officers’ directions and signage.
See personnel for ADA parking.
Overflow parking will be directed by Campus Police.
Note: Parking will be limited, so please plan to carpool if possible.
Handicap parking is available at the Student Events Center.
Use the link below to locate the venue and parking to plan your visit.
Graduation Photos
Photographs may be taken during the ceremony, but you may be restricted from certain areas. We contract a photographer to capture graduates in their caps and gowns holding their diploma covers as they step away from the stage. Proofs and order forms will be mailed after graduation, or you can preorder.
Accessibility Information
Our trained Commencement organizers provide services to graduates and guests who need accommodations. Please let us know two to three weeks before the ceremony if you need accommodations by contacting Terry Wiesehan at 765-973-8221 or twiesaha@iue.edu.
An ASL interpreter will be provided. Accessible seating is limited to the designated areas and space is limited, so there will be no reserved seating.
Weather and Safety
In the event of inclement weather the day of the event, students, families, and friends are encouraged to visit the university website and social accounts for updates and safety recommendations. Go to east.iu.edu or any of IU East’s social media accounts for the latest developments.
Celebrate your Graduate
Capture the moment
Preorder digital or printed professional photos taken by GradImages during the procession lineup.
Preorder photos
Make it official
Order personalized announcements, a class ring, or diploma frame through Herff Jones.
Browse mementos
Give a bouquet
Order from IU’s exclusive Commencement vendor to have flowers ready for pick up at the ceremony.
Order flowers