IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban research university. The campus enrolls more than 30,000 students in 21 schools and academic units.
Thousands of family and friends gathered at the Indiana Convention Center to honor their 2011 graduates.
May 15, 2011 — photo credit: Brian Drumm
The morning session gets off to rousing start.
Former IU School of Medicine faculty member Clement McDonald (center) received an honorary degree.
A commonly held sentiment, even on the big day.
Sidney Taurel, a former Eli Lilly CEO, received the other IU honorary degree.
There are many memorable moments during graduation ceremonies.
IU President Michael McRobbie presided over the 2011 ceremonies, another IU tradition.
School banners help provide an academic ambiance.
The morning session started a big day for all of IUPUI's schools.
IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban research university. The campus enrolls more than 30,000 students in 21 schools and academic units.