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On August 20, 2023
2:00PM (Pre-Show) 3:00PM (Ceremony)



New Student Convocation 2023

UIC Convocation is a ceremony to welcome new students to the University of Illinois Chicago. This event marks the official beginning of a new student's entry into the UIC academic community. All new students are expected to attend this special event. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend as well. Please register for the UIC New Student Convocation by Friday, August 18! 

Attendee Information | What You Need To Know

Students
  • Check In

    Please plan to arrive for check in by 2:00 p.m. Check in for students will be in the Harrison Street Parking Structure, located just east of the UIC Credit Union 1 Arena. At check in, you will receive your official 2023 Convocation shirt.

  • Seating

    During UIC Convocation, new students will be seated on the main level of the UIC Credit Union 1 Arena.

  • Attire

    Dress for the event is casual, and we encourage all attendees to wear UIC spirit gear! All new students will receive a UIC Convocation shirt at check in, which we ask you put on for the ceremony.

  • New Student Welcome Picnic

    The New Student Welcome Picnic will immediately follow the UIC Convocation ceremony. Join us on the University Hall Lawns (weather permitting) for food, fun, and games! Make sure to sign the Class of 2027 banner that will be displayed in UIC Student Center East following Convocation!

Parents & Family Members
  • Check In

    Please plan to arrive for check in by 2:00 p.m. Check in for parents and family members will be in the UIC Credit Union 1 Arena lobby.



  • Attire

    Dress for the event is casual. Please wear comfortable clothing. All guests are encouraged to wear UIC spirit gear!


  • New Student Welcome Picnic

    The New Student Welcome Picnic will immediately follow the UIC Convocation ceremony. Join us on the University Hall Lawns (weather permitting) for food, fun, and games!

Faculty & Staff
  • To positively impact the success and first year experience of our new students at the University of Illinois Chicago, faculty and staff are encouraged to be a part of UIC New Student Convocation. Join us in welcoming the new UIC Class of 2027!

  • Check In

    Faculty and staff should plan to arrive for check in by 2:30 p.m. Faculty and Staff check in will be in the Credit Union 1 Arena. Faculty and staff will have a reserved section for the ceremony.

  • Attire

    Dress for the event is casual, and we encourage all attendees to wear UIC spirit gear! No regalia required.


  • New Student Welcome Picnic

    The New Student Welcome Picnic will immediately follow the UIC Convocation ceremony. Join us on the University Hall Lawns (weather permitting) for food, fun, and games while we continue to welcome UIC's new students.

Event Schedule

The ceremony will last approximately one hour. It will include presentations and a UIC Flames extravaganza! The Chancellor's Welcome Picnic will immediately follow the UIC Convocation ceremony.

3:00 pm Convocation Begins
  • 2:30 pm - Check In
  • 3:00 pm - Student Processional
  • 3:10 pm - Convocation Begins
  • 3:45 pm - Campus Spirit and Traditions
  • 4:00 pm - Class Photo
4:30 pm New Student Welcome Picnic
  • 4:30 pm - New Student Welcome Picnic

Convocation Venue

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Event Location

  • UIC Credit Union 1 Arena
    525 South Racine
    Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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    312.996.3271

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Event Registration

Official invitations are sent to new students' UIC email accounts. These emails contain unique links for each student. Please be sure to use your link to register!

Parents and family members are highly encouraged to attend. Parents and family members will need to be included by the student at time of registration. Students, don’t forget to include your family members!

Didn’t receive the email invitation to New Student Convocation? Email orhelp@uic.edu, be sure include your UIN and the names and emails of any guests you would like to register, and we will get you signed up!.

Faculty/Staff Registration

Event Video

Video from past convocation events