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With spring just around the corner, it’s time to begin planning for graduation at Lake Land College. The annual commencement ceremony will take place on Friday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the college’s field house. There is no cost to students to participate in the ceremony. Important information and deadlines follow.

In March, students need to:
• Complete the Intent to Graduate form for the spring 2019 semester by Friday, March 15. The form can be filed electronically through the Laker Hub.
• Fill out the form to measure for cap and gown on the Laker Hub by March 29.
• Purchase graduation announcements in the Lake Land College Bookstore.

In May, students need to:
• Pick up their cap and gown at the Bookstore between Monday, May 6 – Thursday, May 9 from 8 a.m.–7 p.m. or on Friday, May 10 from 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Attend graduation practice on Thursday, May from9 at 3 p.m. in the Lake Land College Field House.
• Report to their assigned buildings for line up at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 10. The ceremony begins at 7:30 p.m.

Any graduate who needs an accommodation due to a disability should call 217- 234-5259 to request arrangements prior to the practice session on Thursday, May 9.

For any questions concerning the commencement ceremony or practice, stop by Admissions & Records in the Luther Student Center or call 217-234-5028.