Commencement

The Commencement Ceremony for the class of 2013 will be held on Saturday, May 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Millennium Park, Pritzker Pavilion.

This year's Commencement speaker is acclaimed American actor, playwright, and professor Anna Deavere Smith. Along with architect Jeanne Gang and artist Joe Zucker (BFA 1964, MFA 1966), Deavere Smith will receive an honorary doctorate from SAIC to recognize her achievements and commitment to the arts.

Following the Commencement Ceremony, there will be a reception with light snacks and champagne at the Graduate Exhibition in the Sullivan Galleries, 33 S. State St., 7th floor. Commencement tickets are required for admission.