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Summer has arrived at Illinois Tech. ☀️ These are the campus views we'll be enjoying again very soon as Mies Campus settles into the season.

This Pride Month, Illinois Tech is celebrating stories that remind us why visibility matters. 🌈

In the latest installment of our Heritage Month animation series, we highlight notable individuals whose lives and legacies helped shape history, culture, and society:

- Ma Rainey, the pioneering "Mother of the Blues," who celebrated autonomy and identity through music.
- Casimir Pulaski, Revolutionary War hero whose story has sparked conversations around intersex history.
- Bayard Rustin, the civil rights strategist behind the 1963 March on Washington whose impact helped shape a movement.
- Mary Shelley, the literary visionary behind Frankenstein, who challenged conventions through both her writing and life.

These stories are only a small part of LGBTQ+ history, reminding us that inclusive history is essential history.

Watch the full video and learn more:

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The spring 2026 issue of Illinois Tech Magazine is here.

This edition highlights how an Illinois Tech education empowers alumni to lead at the forefront of innovation across industries and around the world. Meet graduates making an impact at organizations such as NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Ford Motor Company, health care institutions, and technology startups, while advancing discoveries in aerospace, cybersecurity, design, gaming, and materials science.

Featured stories include:
- Sofia Ghouse (AE ’12), supporting astronauts and mission operations at NASA’s Johnson Space Center
- Jennifer Kolstad (M.ARCH. ’06), shaping global design and brand experiences at Ford Motor Company
- Andrey Ivankin (Ph.D. CHE ’10), accelerating materials discovery through groundbreaking technology
- Alex Damarijan (Ph.D. THUM ’22), creating video games that support cognitive and physical wellness
- Thomas “TJ” Johnson (ITM ’12), strengthening cybersecurity in the health care sector

Explore the spring 2026 issue and read more alumni stories shaping the future: https://bit.ly/4gNDDJm

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Here’s a look back at some favorite moments from Commencement 2026. Congratulations to the Illinois Tech Class of 2026, we can’t wait to see where you go next.

Here are some of our favorite cap designs from Commencement 2026!

More than 2,900 reasons to celebrate. 🎓

Illinois Tech’s 157th Commencement was a day to remember as graduates crossed the stage at Credit Union 1 Arena surrounded by cheers, gratitude, and unforgettable moments.

To the Class of 2026, thank you for the memories, the innovation, and the impact you’ve made on our community. Your next chapter starts now, and we can’t wait to see what’s ahead.

Smiles Abound! Celebrating a Milestone Moment More than 2,900 Illinois Tech students had good reason to crack a s...

Today, we proudly celebrate the Illinois Tech Class of 2026.

Commencement marks the culmination of years of curiosity, innovation, and resilience—and the beginning of meaningful contributions across industries and communities worldwide. Our graduates leave equipped not only with knowledge, but with the mindset to lead, adapt, and create lasting impact.

Congratulations to our newest alumni. The future you will shape starts today. 🎓

This Mother’s Day, WGN News shared the inspiring story of Tiara Davis—a mother of three, caregiver, and high-honors graduate of City Colleges of Chicago Kennedy-King College who is preparing for her next chapter at Illinois Institute of Technology.

This August, Tiara will begin pursuing her bachelor’s degree in business and information technology at Illinois Tech. Her goal: to build a career that brings together business, technology, data science, and public policy.

Tiara’s journey is a powerful example of what determination, family support, and access to opportunity can make possible.

We are proud to welcome Tiara to Illinois Tech and grateful to WGN TV for sharing her story with Chicago.

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How one Chicago mother is defying the odds The mom you're about to meet is an inspiration not just to her children, but to anyone who has ever doubted their dreams. WGN's Jewell Hillery brings you a Mother's Day story on how one Chicago mom is defying the odds to achieve her dreams AND take care of her family.

As Illinois Institute of Technology prepares to celebrate its 157th Commencement ceremony on May 16, 2026, we are proud to recognize seven outstanding students from across the university’s colleges whose academic journeys exemplify innovation, leadership, and perseverance.

Representing the Class of 2026 are:
- Olisaemeka Nzeribe (ME ’26)
- Serena Napolitano (LAW ’26)
- Julian Stanfield (M.LA+U ’26)
- Abdul Hadi Khan (M.A.S. CYF ’26)
- Rhea Shah (MDes ’25)
- Emily Litovchenko (M.S. CLIC ’26)
- Victoria Vann (BA/M.B.A. Business Analytics ’26)

Each student shared reflections on the experiences, lessons, and aspirations that shaped their time at Illinois Tech and prepared them for what comes next.

Read their stories here: https://bit.ly/4eM9H2e

Commencement 2026: A Milestone Moment On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Illinois Tech’s 2025–26 graduating class of 2,972 students will celebrate the next milestone on their life’s journey during the university’s 157th Commencement ceremony a

At Illinois Tech, Commencement is more than a milestone—it is a recognition of ideas, leadership, and impact that shape the world.

We are honored to announce the 2026 Honorary Degree Recipients, distinguished leaders whose contributions span commerce, science, technology, design, and global advancement:

• John W. Rogers Jr.—Honorary Doctor of Economics, honoris causa
• Carole Segal—Honorary Doctor of Design, honoris causa
• Darsh Wasan—Honorary Doctor of Engineering, honoris causa

Each recipient exemplifies excellence at the intersection of innovation and service—driving meaningful progress across disciplines and communities worldwide.

We look forward to celebrating their achievements at Commencement and recognizing the powerful legacy of leadership they represent.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/44olbBL