Photography

Photos with Abe

Tuesday, November 11 | 9 a.m–3 p.m.

Wednesday, November 12 | 9 a.m–3 p.m.

Thursday, November 13 | Rain date

Schedule is subject to change. Inclement weather will require the ladder to be stored. Caps and Gowns are provided for all photo sessions.

Sign up for a photo with Abe.

Climbing the Abe statue without the specialized campus safety ladder is prohibited. Individuals who climb the statue without the safety ladder risk serious harm to themselves and to the artwork. The statue sits at a significant height above a hard ground surface. The statue may be slippery, and there are no specially designed railings or grip points. Risks include slips and/or falls, scrapes, bruises, broken bones, and potentially serious or fatal head, neck, back or spinal injuries. Individuals choosing to climb without the campus safety ladder acknowledge these dangers and proceed at their own risk.

Portrait Sessions

Portrait sessions are available during the following dates and times. All sessions will take place at Memorial Union in the Multicultural Greek Council Room (4th Floor) from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tuesday, November 18
Wednesday, November 19
Monday, December 1
Tuesday, December 2
Monday, December 8
Wednesday, December 10

Sign up for a portrait session.

2025 Numbers on Bascom Hill

The 2025 Numbers will be on the lower third of Bascom Hill from Monday, November 10 to Friday, November 14. No sign up or registration is required.

Ceremony photos

All candidates will have their photo taken as they cross the stage at the Kohl Center to receive their diploma cover and a solo portrait after they exit the stage. Photo stations at Gates A and B will be available before and after the ceremony for graduate portraits with friends and family.

Proofs will be sent to graduates and their families within 48 hours of the ceremony. Your commencement is a once-in-a-lifetime moment so don’t miss out!