Braden Auditorium
Braden Auditorium is well-known across central Illinois for its large 3,483 seating space with outstanding views and innovative stage design. Braden hosts Broadway shows, touring companies, concerts, ballets, conferences, and much more!
Upcoming Public Events
May 2020
Commencement – Mennonite College of Nursing (Postponed)
The disruption of the spring semester by the global COVID-19 pandemic has also impacted one of Illinois State University's most cherished traditions: spring commencement. These ceremonies mark the culmination of a student's time and hard work on campus and celebrate an important milestone. Illinois State does not want the achievements of our students to go unheralded. Therefore, we will honor and recognize these accomplishments with two opportunities to celebrate. In lieu of the originally scheduled commencement ceremonies on May 8-9,…
Commencement – Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts (Postponed)
The disruption of the spring semester by the global COVID-19 pandemic has also impacted one of Illinois State University's most cherished traditions: spring commencement. These ceremonies mark the culmination of a student's time and hard work on campus and celebrate an important milestone. Illinois State does not want the achievements of our students to go unheralded. Therefore, we will honor and recognize these accomplishments with two opportunities to celebrate. In lieu of the originally scheduled commencement ceremonies on May 8-9,…
May 2021
Commencement – Mennonite College of Nursing
Spring Commencement 2021 Dates and times are tentative. Please refer to GraduationServices.IllinoisState.edu for more information.
Commencement – Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts
Spring Commencement 2021 Dates and times are tentative. Please refer to GraduationServices.IllinoisState.edu for more information.