MEDIA ADVISORY: University of Evansville's 168th Commencement Ceremony to be held on May 9

Evansville, Ind. (04/28/2026) — Media Advisory from University of Evansville.

WHO: President Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz, Chair of the Board of Trustees Dr. William L. "Bill" Johnson, students from UE's graduating Class of 2026, UE staff, faculty, and administration, along with guests of the graduating class.

WHAT: The University of Evansville's 168th Spring Commencement Ceremony for the class of 2026.

WHEN: 1:30 p.m. CDT on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

WHERE: Ford Center; 1 SE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Evansville, IN 47708.

DETAILS: Please join us in our celebration of the graduating class of 2026 at their Commencement ceremony. Awards will be presented including for Outstanding Senior, Outstanding Teacher, and two Honorary degrees. Speeches will include remarks from President Pietruszkiewicz, the President of the Student Government Association, and a special message from the senior keynote speaker. Graduates will receive their diplomas and move their tassels.

*Note to media: Members of the press are welcome to use the back door from SE 6th Street or enter through the main lobby of Ford Center. UE Chief Communications Officer Noah Alatza can assist in coordination of student interviews. Please contact 812-893-5319 or na122@evansville.edu for assistance.

MEDIA CONTACT

Noah Alatza, Chief Communications Officer

na122@evansville.edu

812-893-5319

University of Evansville

MEDIA ADVISORY: University of Evansville's 168th Commencement Ceremony to be held on May 9

University of Evansville

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