Events
Celebration of Black Graduates
Thursday, May 11 | 6—8 p.m. | Indiana Convention Center, Hall D
Every year, over 3,000 people attend a university-wide Celebration of Black Graduates to recognize the accomplishments of IUPUI scholars. This year's theme is "Unapologetically Black and Brilliant."
VCD Professionals' Night
Rescheduled | Friday, May 12 | 4—6 p.m. | Eskenazi Hall
This annual interactive showcase for Indianapolis-based professionals in the design industry reveals the culminating capstone projects of Herron's visual communication design (VCD) emerging designers.
Herron Alumni Rendezvous
Friday, May 12 | 5—6 p.m. | Eskenazi Fine Arts Center
Alums are invited to celebrate Herron's history and future and to reconnect and reminisce with current and former staff and faculty members at a special hour-long event before "Look/See" begins. Stick around for a bit or stay the whole night to welcome and interact with our graduating students as they join our alumni family.
'Look/See' Celebration
Friday, May 12 | 6—9 p.m. | Eskenazi Hall + Eskenazi Fine Arts Center
Explore exhibitions and student artwork in Herron's two buildings during the school's 13th annual "Look/See" event while mingling with friends and family and enjoying light appetizers and beverages. A shuttle between Eskenazi Hall and Eskenazi Fine Arts Center will run throughout the evening.
VCD Friends & Family Reception
Friday, May 12 | 6—9 p.m. | Eskenazi Hall
During "Look/See," friends and family of Herron's VCD seniors can attend a reception and explore the students' capstone works created during their final year of study as part of their B.F.A. degrees.
IUPUI Commencement
Friday, May 12 + Saturday, May 13 | Times vary | Michael A. Carroll Stadium
In a campus-wide celebration, experience the pomp and circumstance of IUPUI Commencement at Carroll Stadium. The ceremony for graduate students will occur from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 12. The undergraduate students' ceremony will occur from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 13. Watch the speakers and ceremonies live online at commencement.iupui.edu/live-stream.
Herron's Class of 2023 Recognition Event
Saturday, May 13 | 6:30—8 p.m. | Madam Walker Legacy Center + Online via Zoom
Honor the newest class of Herron graduates during a school-wide recognition event at the Madam Walker Legacy Center. This event will include special guest speakers, a name reading, a master's hooding ceremony, and some surprises. Graduates are allowed to reserve seats for up to five guests. To inquire about guest spots, call Herron's Office of Admissions and Student Services at 317-278-9400.