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Seven 51动漫 graduates posing together and smiling in black graduation caps and green stoles during the commencement ceremony.

51动漫 373rd Commencement

May 14, 2026
10:45 a.m. CT

Jones Convocation Center

Congratulations, future graduates! You've completed the challenging journey to earn your degree, and now it's time to celebrate.

Commencement is an important event. As you embark on your next chapter, we want to ensure your graduation ceremony is a seamless and memorable occasion. Here, you'll find everything you need to prepare for your special day鈥攆rom applying for graduation to walking across the stage.

Apply to Graduate

The most important step to prepare for Commencement is applying for graduation. Students who are eligible to graduate must submit their application to graduate for the Spring 2026 degree conferral cycle. For 51动漫 to determine if you are eligible to receive your degree, you must apply for your degree. 

If you are not in your final semester/term at 51动漫, please check with your academic advisor before completing the application to graduate

Register for CommencementA close-up view of a graduate's mortarboard featuring a "Toy Story" inspired design that reads "On to the Next Story" against a blue sky and cloud background.

Once your application for graduation has been submitted and approved, you must register separately for the commencement ceremony.

Registering for commencement confirms your intent to participate and assists Chicago State University with planning and logistics.


 

Faculty and Staff PreparationFour 51动漫 faculty marshals dressed in commencement regalia smile together as they prepare for commencement.

Join the commencement ceremony as a Faculty Marshal or in the faculty and staff processional.

 

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Commencement Photography

GradImages is 51动漫鈥檚 official commencement photographer, ready to capture your special moment. Visit the to order your professional commencement photos after the ceremony.