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Change is never easy, and we know this is a challenging time as you navigate recent announcements affecting programs and operations at Oakland City University. We want you to know that your educational journey doesn’t have to pause.

At the University of Southern Indiana, we are fully committed to helping you transition seamlessly so you can stay on track with your education journey. We’ve designed this dedicated page specifically for you to explore our programs, access resources, learn about credit transfers and continue your education with minimal interruption.

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Spring Commencement

Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies

All commencement activities take place in the Liberty Arena, Home of the Screaming Eagles. Doors open to the public 45 minutes before the start of each ceremony.*

TRAFFIC ALERT: 

Please note that extensive construction is underway in Evansville, Indiana, particularly on Evansville’s west side State Road 62 (Lloyd Expressway), impacting travel to and from the University of Southern Indiana. Additionally, the University is renovating the Health Professions Center, which reduces University Boulevard to one lane as you enter campus. Drivers attending Commencement should plan to be in the left-hand lane when entering the roundabout. Please plan ahead and allow extra time for your arrival and departure when attending the Spring 2026 graduation celebrations at the University of Southern Indiana.

Ceremony

Ceremony Date

Graduate Arrival Time

School of Graduate Studies

   (masters, post-masters and doctoral degrees for all colleges)

Friday
May 8, 2026

5:00 p.m.

No later than 4 p.m.

Romain College of Business

   (undergraduate degrees only)

 

Saturday
May 9, 2026

9 a.m.

No later than 8 a.m.

Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions

   (undergraduate degrees only)

Saturday
May 9, 2026

Noon

No later than 11 a.m.

Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education

   (undergraduate degrees only)

Saturday
May 9, 2026

3 p.m.

No later than 2 p.m.

College of Liberal Arts

   (undergraduate degrees only)

Saturday
May 9, 2026

6 p.m.

No later than 5 p.m.

 *At this time, no tickets will be required for guests at the Commencement Ceremonies.