Graduation
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- Northwestern Commencement (University-wide)
- McCormick PhD Hooding and Master's Degree Recognition Ceremony
- McCormick Undergraduate Convocation
- Regalia
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- Parking and Transportation
- Line-up and Processional
- Prohibited Items
- Security
- Stage Crossing
- Diploma
- Live Stream
- Department and Program Receptions
The 167th Annual Northwestern University Commencement
Sunday, June 15, 10:30 a.m.
Location: United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL, 60612 map it
Commencement is the all-Northwestern ceremony where the graduating class is commemorated as a whole. During the ceremony, student, faculty and guest speakers will address graduates and their families.
McCormick PhD Hooding and Master's Degree Recognition Ceremony
Monday, June 16, 9 a.m.
Location: Welsh-Ryan Arena, 2705 Ashland Ave map it
Graduation Speaker
Ameet Mallik (’94, MS ’95) is the CEO of ADC Therapeutics, a leading commercial-stage global pioneer in the field of antibody drug conjugates (ADC), where he focuses on unlocking the potential value of a robust ADC portfolio across two pillars of growth — hematology and solid tumors. Before joining ADC Therapeutics in 2022, Mallik served as CEO of Rafael Holdings, a novel cancer and immune metabolism therapeutics company.
Mallik holds more than 25 years of industry experience, including more than 16 at Novartis, most recently as executive vice president and head of US Oncology. Before that, Mallik served Novartis Oncology as global head of marketing, value, and access, and head of Latin America and Canada. Mallik began his career at Novartis as head of strategic planning and held numerous commercial and leadership roles across Novartis and spinoff company Sandoz during his tenure.
Mallik serves on the boards of directors of ADC Therapeutics and Atara Biotherapeutics and is a business adviser for Juvena Therapeutics. He also chairs the Board of Trustees for NJ LEEP. Mallik holds an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania as well as a master’s in biotechnology and a bachelor’s in chemical engineering from Northwestern Engineering.
McCormick Undergraduate Convocation
Monday, June 16, 2 p.m.
Location: Welsh-Ryan Arena, 2705 Ashland Ave map it
Note: BS/MS graduates are invited to participate in Undergraduate Convocation. Both degrees will be recognized at this ceremony.
Graduation Speaker
Matthew Skaruppa (’04) is the chief financial officer for Duolingo, the world’s most popular language learning app, known for its gamified lessons and unhinged owl mascot. He joined the Duolingo team in 2020 and he helped the company prepare for its July 2021 initial public offering.
Prior to Duolingo, Skaruppa was a vice president at Goldman Sachs, where he partnered with and helped grow technology companies. Before that, he spent five years at KKR Capstone, the operating consulting arm of the private equity firm KKR. There he collaborated with CEOs, CFOs, and management teams on key value creation initiatives to drive growth and operating improvements. He started his career working as a consultant at Bain & Company, where he helped healthcare and real estate businesses with strategy and private equity firms with due diligence.
Skaruppa sits on the board of Lovevery, a company that helps parents develop their children through innovative and science-backed play kits. He holds a bachelor’s in chemical engineering from Northwestern Engineering and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He lives with his wife, Cindy, and two daughters, Annie and Audrey, in Columbus, Ohio.
Regalia
For those who ordered regalia and had it shipped to the Norris Bookstore, it is now available for pickup. If you have not ordered regalia, you have the option to purchase it at the bookstore. The bookstore hours are as follows:
- Monday, June 9 – Thursday, June 12: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Friday, June 13: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Saturday, June 14: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Sunday, June 15: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Monday, June 16: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Please contact the Norris Bookstore at 847-491-3992 with questions.
Visit the graduation website for more information about regalia, including how it is properly worn.
Tickets
Tickets are required for all guests. Your email confirmation when you requested tickets contained all guest tickets. Please forward these tickets to your guests. If you have not received them, check your spam folder.
Contact Northwestern Engineering Events with questions.
Parking and Transportation
We highly suggest parking on campus, as parking at Welsh-Ryan Arena will be very limited. There will be campus shuttles traversing a seven-stop loop north on Sheridan Road from campus to Ryan Field. Plan travel time accordingly — shuttles take longer with stops and traffic on graduation day.
Street parking is not permitted on streets around the arena. Learn more about street parking restrictions on the City of Evanston’s website.
Line-up and Processional
McCormick PhD Hooding and Master's Degree Recognition Ceremony Participants
Line-up will take place in Trienens Performance Center, adjacent to Welsh-Ryan Arena. Please arrive no later than 8:15 a.m. to ensure you are there in time for the start of the celebration
The ceremony in Welsh-Ryan Arena begins at 9 a.m., Monday, June 16. Graduates will enter the Trienens Performance Center (enter through the Ashland Ave. entrance) and check in at the tables to receive your reader card (how our readers will call your name on stage).
Guests will enter Welsh-Ryan Arena (2705 Ashland Ave.) through the main lobby on the south side of the building. Doors open at 8 a.m. Guests will not be permitted inside Trienens.
McCormick Undergraduate Convocation Participants
Line-up will be in Trienens Performance Center, adjacent to Welsh-Ryan Arena. Please arrive no later than 1:15 p.m. to ensure you are there in time for the start of the celebration.
The ceremony in Welsh-Ryan Arena begins at 2 p.m., Monday, June 16. Graduates will enter the Trienens Performance Center (enter through the Ashland Ave. entrance) and check in at the tables to receive your reader card (how our readers will call your name on stage).
Guests will enter Welsh-Ryan Arena (2705 Ashland Ave.) through the main lobby on the south side of the building. Doors open at 1 p.m. Guests will not be permitted inside Trienens.
Prohibited Items
Attendees are limited to a small purse or personal bag measuring up to 10 x 6 x 2 inches, which security personnel will inspect. To promote efficient flow through security, please limit belongings to items needed for the ceremony.
The following items are prohibited at convocation and will be confiscated by University staff: noisemakers, instruments, balloons, confetti, glitter, food or drinks, long lens cameras, signs, flags, fliers, handouts, weapons, or anything else that would interfere with another guest’s sight lines or enjoyment of the ceremony. Individuals not complying with directions from University staff may be asked to leave the ceremony.
Also, please give your cameras, purses, and other personal effects to a friend or family member for safekeeping. There are no lockers or storage facilities available.
Security
Measures will be in place for individual and community safety and security. You may encounter uniformed officers directing traffic, monitoring metal detectors at entrances, and checking bags.
Stage Crossing
Graduates will cross the stage and hear their name read as they are congratulated by Dean Christopher A. Schuh. Professional photographs will be taken of each student on stage by Dynamic Photo Systems. You must register with your information to view the photos. You can submit your information on the Dynamic Photo Systems website. Questions can be directed to support@dynamicphotosystems.com.
Diploma
Graduates will be given a diploma cover at the ceremony, but it will not contain the official diploma. University policy dictates that diplomas will be mailed to the graduate’s permanent address as it is listed in CAESAR. Please check CAESAR to ensure your permanent address is correct. Diplomas will be mailed later this summer.
Live Stream
Students and guests unable to join us in person can find a link to the live stream of the ceremony on the graduation website.
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Department and Program Receptions
Chemical and Biological Engineering Commencement Reception
Date: Monday, June 16, 4 – 6 p.m.
Location: Mudd Lawn Tent, Mudd Library, 2233 Tech Drive
Contact: Jennifer Young
Civil and Environmental Engineering Graduation Reception
Date: Friday, June 13, 4 – 7 p.m.
Location: Evanston Woman’s Club, 1702 Chicago Ave, Evanston
Contact: Charles Martell
Computer Science Graduation Reception
Date: Saturday, June 14, 12 – 2 p.m.
Location: Mudd Lawn Tent, Mudd Library, 2233 Tech Drive
Contact: Bella Barrios
Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduation Reception
Date: Friday, June 13, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Tech Front Plaza Tent, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
Contact: Nataliya Panchyshyn
Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences Undergraduate Graduation Celebration
Date: Friday, June 13
Awards Ceremony Location: 2:30 p.m., LR2, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
Senior Celebration Reception Location: 3 – 5 p.m., Tech Front Plaza Tent, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
Contact: Brittany Jasin
Materials Science and Engineering Graduation Reception
Date: Sunday, June 15, 3 – 5 p.m.
Location: Mudd Lawn Tent, Mudd Library, 2233 Tech Drive
Contact: Willie James
Mechanical Engineering Graduation Reception
Date: Monday, June 16, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Tech Front Plaza Tent, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
Contact: Eunae Jo
Master of Science in Information Technology Graduation Celebration
Date: Monday, June 16, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Ten Mile House, 1700 Central Street, Evanston
Contact: Stephen Dowling
Master of Engineering Management Graduation Celebration
Date: Sunday, June 15, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Tech Front Plaza Tent, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
Contact: Ren McIntyre
MMM Graduation Celebration
Date: Monday, June 16
MMM Ceremony Location: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., Ryan Family Auditorium, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
MMM Reception Location: 1:30 – 3 p.m. Tech Front Plaza Tent, Technological Institute, 2145 Sheridan Road
Contact: Susan Goren
Master of Product Design and Development Management Graduation Reception
Date: Monday, June 16, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Comida Cantina, 1928 Central St, Evanston
Contact: Susan Goren