In Your Honor
Indiana University Indianapolis holds each of its students in high esteem and takes an added measure of pride in those who show sustained academic excellence over time. We honor these outstanding seniors and other academically distinguished students at the IU Indianapolis Honors Convocation. This convocation is an occasion for students and their families to come together and be recognized by faculty and staff for their hard work, dedication, and achievements as IU Indy's top scholars.
The 2026 IU Indianapolis Honors Convocation will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in the Indiana University Natatorium “The Jungle” Gymnasium, 901 W. New York St., on the IU Indianapolis campus. Doors will open for seating at 1 p.m. EDT. All honorees should arrive no later than 1:30 p.m. EDT. The ceremony begins at 2 p.m.
During the Honors Convocation:
- The IU Indianapolis Top 100 will be individually recognized, including acknowledgment of the Top 10 Seniors. These students are selected based on academic achievement, campus leadership, and community engagement.
- IU Indianapolis Chancellor's Scholars, the top students from each academic unit on campus, will be individually recognized.
- Outstanding seniors who have sustained academic excellence for the duration of their college careers.
- William M. Plater Civic Engagement Medallion Recipients, seniors who have exhibited an exemplary commitment to community through their civic engagement experiences.
After the Honors Convocation:
Immediately following the convocation, you and your guests are invited to a reception in the Main Concourse of IU Natatorium outside the gym. The reception will feature live music, refreshments, and photo opportunities with deans, faculty, staff, and fellow honorees.
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