MACOMB, IL — Western Illinois University has announced that ceremonies recognizing the academic and personal accomplishments of Western students and alumni will be held Friday and Saturday, May 12th and 13th in Macomb during the 2023 Spring Commencement Weekend.
The number of students eligible to participate in Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies is 1,562, which includes:
- 863 undergraduate students, of which 71 students are in the Bachelor of Arts in General Studies Degree Program
- 598 are master’s level graduate students
- Eight students are earning their doctorates in educational leadership (Ed.D.):
- William J. Buss (Keokuk, IA)
- Renee Estelle Fitzsimmons (Wilmette, IL)
- Heather Renee Lorenzo (Round Lake, IL)
- Nashwa Mekky (Northbrook, IL)
- Thomas S. Ryan (New Windsor, IL)
- Heather A. Santella (Chicago, IL)
- Georgia Jaylee Swanson (East Moline)
- Cathy Lynn Trimble (Morton, IL).
Spring 2023 Commencement Weekend Schedule
- Friday, May 12, 5 p.m., master’s/specialist/doctoral students, Western Hall, Macomb.
- Saturday, May 13, undergraduate students, Western Hall, Macomb.
- 9:30 a.m. – College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Technology, General Studies Degree Programs
- 1 p.m. – College of Education and Human Services, College of Fine Arts and Communication
Western Illinois University provides live streaming video of the commencement ceremonies held at the Macomb campus. The live feed will be available approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled start time of each ceremony on WIU’s YouTube channel.
Events scheduled for Friday, May 12 include:
- 3 p.m. Army ROTC Commissioning, University Union Heritage Room
- A total of seven Army ROTC cadets, who have completed requirements, will be commissioned to active or reserve duty as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army.
- 5 p.m. Graduate Commencement Ceremony, Western Hall
- National Anthem singer: Clarissa Leigh Consoli (Roselle, IL), Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre, class of 2023.
- Saturday, May 13 – Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies, Western Hall – 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
During the 9:30 a.m. ceremony, candidates in the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Technology and General Studies Degree Programs will be recognized. National Anthem singer: Chinenye Janet Igwe (Troutdale, OR), Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre, class of 2023.
Marshals, who are graduating seniors selected from the top scholars earning high academic distinction, guide the graduating class, faculty and stage party from the processional to the recessional. Marshals are: Kinsey Brawner (Granbury, TX); James Cooper Craiger (Des Moines, IA); Camryn Lynn (Macomb, IL); Carla Flores Garcia (Barcelona, Spain); Baylee K. Mayberry (Bryant, IL); Allison J. Lloyd (Reynolds, IL); Krista R. Swenson Meyers (Yuba City, CA); and Jebediah J. Schwager (Bellevue, IA).
During the 1:30 p.m. ceremony, candidates in the College of Education and Human Services and College of Fine Arts and Communication will be recognized. National Anthem singer: Emma Nadine Bachman (Springfield, IL) Bachelor of Music, class of 2023. Marshals are: Billie Reann Chadderdon (Bushnell, IL); Cynthia Delgado (St. Charles, IL); Keri Lynn DeVolder (Macomb, IL); Haley Heeren (Kewanee, IL); Maranda H.M. Johnson (Manito, IL); Madalyn Pridemore (Macomb, IL); Whitney Piper (Macomb, IL); and Kennedy Elizabeth Williams (Glendale Heights, IL).
Photographs of each graduate will be taken as they receive their diploma cover. Proof sheets will be mailed from Western’s Center for Photography and Design Production to each graduate, with instructions for ordering photos.
Ceremonies are open to family and friends of the graduates. Tickets are not required; seating is on a first come basis. Doors open 90 minutes before each ceremony. An interpreter will sign each ceremony and assistive listening devices will be available to the public at the information table in the north lobby of Western Hall. There are a limited number of disability seats, and individuals in need of special accommodations for the ceremonies should contact Western’s Student Development and Success Center office at (309) 298-1884. Office hours are 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays.
Visit wiu.edu/commencement for more information.
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