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Quad Cities Graduation Celebration

Fall 2025 Celebration

Thursday, December 18th from 4:30-6:30 PM
Quad Cities Complex: Riverfront Hall Atrium

RSVP for the Open House

We are thrilled to invite you to the QC Graduation Celebration! This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate your achievements with friends, family, and fellow graduates right here on the Quad Cities campus. Enjoy an evening filled with joy, pride, and memorable moments as we honor your hard work and dedication.

While we encourage everyone to join us for this exciting event, we also highly recommend attending the official commencement ceremonies in Macomb. These ceremonies offer a grand and traditional celebration of your academic journey, providing an unforgettable experience for all graduates.

Don't miss out on this chance to celebrate twice!

  • Open house style, stop by anytime!
  • Light appetizers, beverages, and cake will be served.
  • Bring your own cap, gown, and graduate hoods for photo opportunities, or we will have some available along with diploma covers!

Important Dates

  • Friday, October 24, 2025

    • Graduation Application Deadline
  • Tuesday, October 28, 2025

    • Caps, gowns, and tassels made available
    • Orders may be shipped via UPS through December 4, 2025.
  • Thursday, December 18, 2025

    • QC Graduation Celebration
      Riverfront Hall Atrium
  • Saturday, December 20, 2025

    9:30 a.m. Combined Graduate/Undergraduate Ceremony—Western Hall, Macomb

    • College of Arts and Sciences
    • College of Business and Technology
    • College of Education and Human Services
    • College of Fine Arts and Communication
    • General Studies
    • School of Law Enforcement & Justice Administration
  • Friday, January 9, 2026

    • All Academic Requirements must be complete (Undergraduate Only)