NLU Commencement Guide For Guest

Check-In & Seating ✅ Guests will pass through metal detector to scan Tickets.​ 🪑 Seating is first-come, first-served . Please be mindful of reserved seatings for graduates. 👜 Personal bags - Bags must fit within your seating area.

Arrival Time & Ceremony Schedule

Note: Guests should arrive at least 60 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony. 🎓 The processional starts 20 minutes before the ceremony , so please arrive early to avoid missing any part of the event.

College

Ceremony Date & Time

Procession Start Time

NCE

Friday, June 5 – 3:00 PM

2:40 PM

Combined Colleges * Saturday, June 6 – 10:00 AM

9:40 AM

UGC

Saturday, June 6 – 3:00 PM

2:40 PM

Questions or Assistance 👕 Volunteers in blue shirts are available to help. Accessibility ♿ Accessibility requests should be made before the day of the ceremony. Please arrive early and notify an usher if you need assistance. If any of your guests are unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be live streamed at: https://nl.edu/student-services/commencement/illinois/live-webcast/ Photography & Recording 📸 Personal photography and video recording are welcome. Please be respectful of others and avoid obstructing views. ​ Ceremony Etiquette 🔕 Please silence all mobile devices during the ceremony. ​ 👏 Applause is encouraged to celebrate graduates’ achievements. ​ 🪑 Please remain seated until the end of the ceremony out of respect for all graduates. Your presence helps ensure a meaningful experience for everyone.

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