All students earning degrees in History or Philosophy since Fall 2025 are invited to participate in the 2026 History & Philosophy Departmental Convocation, including those who intend to graduate in August 2026.
Saturday, May 16
1:30-2:30 p.m. (doors open for guests and participants at 12:30)
Smith Memorial Hall
Students are required to wear academic regalia for the History & Philosophy Convocation and for the university-wide Commencement ceremony. A professional photographer will take several photos of each graduate during the History & Philosophy Convocation. Graduates will be contacted via email about viewing and purchasing photos.
View a livestream of the 2026 History & Philosophy Convocation.
If you have any questions, contact Anthony Frasca at frasca2@illinois.edu