The Office of University Events has the honor of overseeing and participating in some of Indiana University’s most treasured occasions, including Freshman Induction, Commencement, awards ceremonies, building dedications, and many others. We warmly invite you to join us for the festivities.
Commencement is a special time for the entire university community, celebrating the achievements and bright future of our graduating students. The Office of University Events is pleased to take part in honoring their accomplishments.
Learn more about Commencement
Indiana University confers upon its most academically distinguished undergraduates the designation of Founders Scholar. These students are honored at an annual event, the IU Bloomington Honors Convocation. The Honors Convocation will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 2 p.m. in the IU Auditorium.
Find out more about Honors Convocation
The new Health Science Center in downtown Evansville is a multi-university collaboration between Indiana University, the University of Evansville, and the University of Southern Indiana. A $15 million gift from William and Mary Stone have made this building possible.
Read about this event
Freshman Induction is a key component of the first day of Welcome Week. Along with two other important events during a student’s years at IU—the annual IU Bloomington Honors Convocation and Commencement—it is a celebration of academic aspirations and success. The 2018–19 Freshman Induction ceremony will be held on Wednesday, August 15, 2018.
Learn more about the Freshman Induction CeremonyThe Office of University Events reports to the Office of the Vice President for Engagement under the leadership of Bill Stephan, Indiana University’s Vice President for Engagement. We organize and support IU’s premier events.
