Graduation
The Commencement ceremony is the culmination of the student’s program of study. Each May, Rend Lake College conducts a graduation exercise whereby faculty, staff, family and friends come together to recognize and honor academic achievements. All eligible degree and certificate recipients are encouraged to participate in the Commencement ceremony.
Participation in this ceremony is allowed prior to verification of completion of final courses. The student should be within six credit hours of fulfilling graduation requirements, and requirements should be completed in the summer session following May graduation. The actual degree or certificate is posted to the official transcript and the certificate or diploma is released when all requirements have been met and verified by the Director of Student Records.
Graduation Slideshow
You've earned your time to shine, now get your time to be shown off! All 2020 and 2021 graduates are invited to be part of our graduation slideshow which will be shared on social media after the event. All you need to do to be included is submit your information using this form.
Slideshow Example
2021 Rend Lake College Commencement
- Saturday, May 8, 2021 (rain date May 15, 2021)
- Outside Wayne Arnold Recreation Center on the south end of the Ina Campus
- Morning Ceremony 10:30 a.m. — for those graduating with an Associate of Applied Science Degree and/or Occupational Certificate
- Afternoon Ceremony 1:00 p.m. — for those graduating with an Associate of Arts, Science, Fine Arts, or Engineering Science Degree
- ARRIVE NO LATER THAN 30 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR CEREMONY
COVID restrictions will be implemented. Two guest tickets will be issued to each graduate. No indoor facilities will be available to the public. Masks will be required by both graduates and guests.
Caps and Gowns - Pick up for cap/gown, shirt, mask, and tickets will be in the Student Records Office starting Monday, May 3rd.
Guests - Each Graduate will receive two tickets for guests, per CDC and IDPH guidelines. Guests must present ticket for entrance and children are included as guests.
Streaming - Both commencement ceremonies will be streamed on this page and on our YouTube page.
More details, including instructions for graduates and guests, will be posted on this page as they become available.
Student Services
Phone Number: (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1343
Email Student Services
Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Student Services
Fax Number: (618) 437-5677 Attn: Student Services