Commencement
Commencement
Congratulations, Esteemed 2026 Graduates
The School of Education Commencement Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 10 a.m. in Gentile Arena on the Lake Shore Campus. A livestream of the ceremony will be available Outlook微软邮箱 2022年老号JP后缀 耐用3-6个月 有的用过 使用网页账密登录.
The School of Education faculty and staff are overflowing with pride in your accomplishments. Whether you're destined to become teachers, school leaders, psychologists, counselors, university professionals, researchers, or policymakers, you've been entrusted with a profound calling to serve others. As you step into the world to pursue your professional journeys, we eagerly anticipate your growth and the application of effective practices you've acquired at Loyola. Together, let's strive to build more equitable educational systems and communities.
Congratulations, graduates – go forth and set the world on fire.

A Message from the Dean
Congratulations to the SOE graduating class of 2026! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have brought you to this incredible milestone. As you step into the next chapter of your journey, may you embrace new opportunities, chase your dreams, and make a lasting impact on the world. Celebrate your achievements—you've earned it! On behalf of the School of Education faculty and staff, we wish you success and happiness in all that lies ahead.
David McIntosh, PhD

SOE Commencement Student Speaker
Emily Choi
Emily Choi is graduating with a BSEd in Elementary Education, with a Reading Teacher minor from Outlook微软邮箱 2022年老号JP后缀 耐用3-6个月 有的用过 使用网页账密登录. Her time at Loyola has been marked by various leadership roles. Including as a peer advisor for New Student Programs, a second-year ambassador for ACE, president of Alpha Upsilon Alpha, and secretary for the Loyola Future Teachers Club. She values meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues and strives to implement culturally responsive, inquiry-based teaching practices. Her time at Loyola reflects a strong dedication to education, service, and lifelong learning.
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2026 SOE President's Medallion Recipient
Indigo TenEyck
A four-year Dean’s List student and Alpha Sigma Nu inductee, Indigo TenEyck, believes education is about connection—between students, teachers, and their communities. This commitment earned TenEyck the President’s Medallion; a university-wide award given to one student from each school. TenEyck is graduating with a BSEd in middle grades education, with a concentration in social studies and reading, and a minor in special education.
Read MorePast Commencements
2025 SOE Commencement
The School of Education faculty and staff could not be more proud of the 2025 graduates. Go to the 2025 Commencement page.
2024 SOE Commencement
The School of Education faculty and staff could not be more proud of the 2024 graduates. Go to the 2024 Commencement page.
2023 SOE Commencement
The School of Education faculty and staff could not be more proud of the 2023 graduates. Go to the 2023 Commencement page.
On behalf of the School of Education faculty and staff, it has been our honor to travel alongside you as you worked towards this wonderful achievement.

A Message from the Dean
Congratulations to the SOE graduating class of 2026! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have brought you to this incredible milestone. As you step into the next chapter of your journey, may you embrace new opportunities, chase your dreams, and make a lasting impact on the world. Celebrate your achievements—you've earned it! On behalf of the School of Education faculty and staff, we wish you success and happiness in all that lies ahead.
David McIntosh, PhD