Commencement:
Saturday, May 8, 2021
Lindner Fitness Center
Countdown to Commencement
SPRING 2021 GRADUATES:
Due to the limitations in room capacities, the ceremonies will be held in Lindner Fitness Center at our Elgin Campus for the graduates only. We ask that graduates bring no more than two guests who will be directed to specific on-campus viewing areas. Masks and social distancing will be required and participants will be screened prior to the ceremonies. (Please note that all plans are subject to change due to state restrictions).
Please note below the breakdowns for each ceremony along with the check-in times. Please arrive at the Lindner Fitness Center at your check-in time where there will be screening (temperature check and health questionnaire) for you and your two guests prior to entering the seating areas. Your guests will need to stop in to be given a ticket and be directed to one of the viewing areas. After the ceremony concludes guests will be instructed to return to the Lindner Fitness Center to join in congratulating the graduates during the "Eagle Launch" recessional (weather permitting). The ceremonies can also be viewed on Facebook Live. Be sure to bring your cap, gown, & tassel (along with hood for Master students) to the ceremony.
CEREMONIES:
10:00 AM CEREMONY
10:00AM TBD
CHECK IN TIMES:
9:15AM TBD
9:30AM TBD
2:00PM CEREMONY
2:00PM TBD
CHECK IN TIMES:
1:15PM TBD
1:30PM TBD
1:30PM TBD
Caps and Gowns:
All students are required to order their cap and gown online by Friday, February 26, 2021. Students who do not order by this date will assess a $30 late cap and gown order fee. Please go to Herffjones to order your cap and gown. Master and Doctorate students, please remember to order your hood with your cap and gown. All caps and gowns will be available for pick-up beginning approximately May 3rd. Caps and gowns are yours to keep.
ALL GRADUATING STUDENTS: Please check your student account online and pay any balances. Log onto MYJudson and select Student accounts to check your account and make payments. If you are unable to pay your full balance, you must contact Student Accounts (see contacts below) to make payment arrangements and pay your first installment payment in order to pick up your cap and gown. You will be able to receive your transcripts and diploma once you have a $0 balance. If you have a $0 balance and there are no holds on your account, you are ready to pick up your graduation attire!
Financial Aid Exit Counseling: If you have taken out student loans, note that you must complete Financial Aid Exit Counseling in order to receive your transcripts and diploma.
Doctor of Education in Literacy
Doctor of Education in Literacy students can pick up their cap, gown, and hood in Office 110 of Creekside South. Questions regarding your student account should be directed to Linda Newman or Ron Graf (see contact information below).
Traditional Undergraduates/Master of Architecture
Master of Architecture and Traditional students can pick up their cap and gown in the Student Accounts office during business hours (University Center, second floor). Pick up at the Elgin Main Campus, University Center, second floor in the Student accounts office: Walk-Ins: Monday, May 3rd, through Thursday, May 6th, 9:00AM to 5:00PM and Friday, May 7th, 9:00AM to NOON.
Adult Professional Program:
Adult Professional Program Elgin and Online Students
Pick up at the Elgin Main Campus, University Center, second floor in the Student Accounts office - Walk Ins: Monday, May 3rd, through Thursday, May 6th, 9:00AM to 5:00PM and Friday, May 7th, 9:00AM to NOON.
Adult Professional Program Rockford Students:
Pick up at the Rockford YMCA - Walk-Ins: TBD
Student Financial Services:
University Center, 2nd Floor,1151 North State Street, Elgin, IL 60123
Student Accounts Office:
Linda Newman: Linda.Newman@judsonu.edu - Phone 847-628-2055
Ron Graf: RGraf@judsonu.edu - Phone: 847-628-2051
Financial Aid Office:
Master's/Adult Students last names A-Z: Vincent Peluso - Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
847.628.2535 - vincent.peluso@judsonu.edu
Trad Students last name A -L: Julie Durkin - Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
847.628.2537 - julie.durkin@judsonu.edu
Trad Students last names M-Z: Lora Samayavong - Monday to Wednesday 9:00am - 3:00pm, Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
847.628.2532 - lora.samayavong@judsonu.edu
Graduation Photography
General photos from commencement and individual photos of graduates walking across the stage will be available for purchase online through Kevin Sherman Photography after the event. To see the photos and order prints, go to store.kshermphoto.com.
Graduation Announcements
Diploma Frames & Class Rings
To view graduation accessories please go to Herffjones
Diplomas
Diplomas will not be given at Commencement. If there are no holds from student accounts, library or financial aid, diplomas will be available for pickup starting Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Rockford Adult Undergrad and Graduate students can pick up their diplomas at the Rockford location. Diplomas not picked up by Tuesday, July 20, 2021 will begin to be mailed out. Holds must be cleared before diplomas can be released. Graduation fees must be paid regardless of whether you participate in the commencement ceremony. If you choose not to participate in the commencement ceremony you will need to notify Jill Hargis at jhargis@judsonu.edu by Friday, February, 26th.
Transcripts
To request a copy of your transcript, please login to www.judsonu.edu and click on "MYJU." The Transcript request link is in that menu. You may also order a transcript for pick up by coming to the Registrar’s Office in the Lindner Tower building. There is a $5 charge per transcript.
Alumni Information
The mission of the Judson University Alumni Association is to unite and serve alumni from Judson University and encourage alumni loyalty, support and involvement in the University. All Judson graduates automatically become lifetime members of the Judson University Alumni Association (JUAA). No membership dues are charged to be part of the Alumni Association. As a member, you will receive regular communications about programs and the impact of Judson’s students and alumni, Alumni Connections, a monthly e-newsletter keeping you informed of everything happening for alumni, as well as invitations to various opportunities throughout the year.
There are several ways to stay connected with your alma mater:
- Join Judson Connect at judsonu.wisr.io/signup a place where you can make connections with fellow Judson alumni and students online to discuss career paths, industries of interest, job opportunities, connect with favorite programs, and much more
- Attend campus events like Homecoming, Choir Concerts, Theater Events, and Athletic Games
- Attend Judson regional gatherings in areas throughout the US
- Participate in the annual spring break mission trip to Belize for alumni and current students with Dr. Crume
- Connect through Social Media with the Judson Alumni Facebook page and LinkedIn group
- Support the Alumni Phonathon
- Join the Judson Alumni Club
The Judson Alumni Club has been created for all Judson alumni who make a donation of $10 or more per academic year to benefit any area of the University. For your annual donation, you will receive a Judson Alumni Membership Card as recognition of your support that will provide added benefits exclusively for Judson Alumni Club Donors such as:
- $2 discount to Judson Theater Performances
- $2 discount to Judson Athletic Events
- $20 discount off the annual Fitness Center Pass
- 10% discount off Judson Bookstore purchases
- Membership in Working Advantage savings club offering national discounts on entertainment, shopping, etc. with over 700 vendors
Judson Alumni are offered added benefits such as a FREE membership to Right Now Media (an online library of over 10,000& video Bible studies, leadership videos, and kids’ shows), Judson Connect community platform, discounted insurance through our Alumni Insurance Program and more. Learn about alumni discounts, resources and events at www.judsonu.edu/alumni. Regular visits to the Judson University website also keep you informed of upcoming events and university news. Notify the Alumni Office with new events in your life - new address, new email address, job change, wedding, work or life accomplishments, addition to your family (birth, adoption, etc.), that you would like to share or have printed in our alumni communications
For alumni near our Elgin campus, the Judson Alumni Association offers a free one year pass to the Lindner Fitness Center. This pass is free to alumni, their spouse, and/or children (ages 12 –21) for one year after graduation. Passes for alumni, their spouse, and/or children can be purchased after the first year at a small cost of $100 per year (or $80 for Judson Alumni Club members.
Graduation Survey Spring 2021
You are invited to fill out the Graduation Survey for Spring 2021. To do so, please go to Spring 2021 Graduation Survey
Print the last documentation page to bring with you when you pick up your cap and gown.
Thank you!
Questions? Please contact Jill Hargis at jhargis@judsonu.edu