IWU commencement ceremony planned for August

Posted on April 9, 2020
The Illinois Wesleyan Class of 2019. (Photo courtesy Illinois Wesleyan University)

 

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – While many universities have decided to hold a virtual commencement due to COVID-19, Illinois Wesleyan University plans to hold its annual spring ceremony in the summer.

In a news release, IWU says it plans to hold the traditional outdoor ceremony on Aug. 2 at the Kemp Commencement Plaza in front of State Farm Hall.

“I know this isn’t the end-of-year scenario you had hoped for, but the extraordinarily resilient Class of 2020 and their experiences with Illinois Wesleyan are, if anything, cherished even more as we’ve maintained our connections online during these challenging times,” said President Georgia Nugent in a letter to the Class of 2020 and their families.

In addition to commencement, an event to honor seniors will be held on Aug. 1.

All information regarding commencement and any updates will be posted here.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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