Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) will host its Spring 2023 Commencement ceremony to honor the achievements of its graduating students. The event is organized by NEIU, a public university located in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to providing an accessible, high-quality education to a diverse student body.
The ceremony will feature a keynote address by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, who will share insights from his extensive legal career and public service. This address aims to inspire graduates as they embark on their professional journeys.
The Commencement will take place at the Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago, providing a formal setting for graduates, faculty, family, and friends to celebrate this significant milestone. The event will include traditional academic regalia, the conferral of degrees, and the opportunity for graduates to be publicly recognized for their accomplishments.
Graduates from all disciplines are encouraged to attend, as the ceremony serves as a unifying event that underscores the university's commitment to academic excellence and community engagement.
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Speakers(1)
Kwame Raoul
Attorney General at State of Illinois
Kwame Raoul, born in Chicago to Haitian immigrants, has dedicated his career to upholding civil rights, defending access to quality healthcare, protecting natural resources, advocating for just immigration policies, and curbing gun violence. He was sworn in as Illinois' 42nd Attorney General in 2019 and began his second term on January 9, 2023.
Event Details
- Date
- May 12, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Credit Union 1 Arena
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Graduating students, faculty, family, and friends.
- Attendees
- Approximately 1,000 graduates and their guests.