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Elgin, IL
– Judson University’s 2026 commencement ceremonies will take place on Saturday, May 9
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in Herrick Chapel. Two ceremonies will be held, with Interior Design and Architecture majors participating in the 10 a.m. service and all other majors participating in the 2 p.m. service. The Chapel will be open to guests at 9 a.m. for the morning ceremony and 1 p.m. for the afternoon ceremony. For those who are unable to attend, online streaming options are available at Judson University’s official Facebook or YouTube pages.
Commencement Speaker: Dr. Rob Currie
Rob Currie, a dedicated and talented professor who has taught psychology at Judson University for nearly forty years, will be delivering the Spring 2026 Commencement address. Rob graduated with his B.A. in Psychology from Cornerstone University in Michigan and went on to earn his Ph.D. in experimental psychology from Saint Louis University. While in St. Louis, he met and married his wife, Kay, and together, they have two grown sons and five grandchildren.
Following their time in St. Louis, the Curries moved to Elgin, where Rob has been teaching psychology ever since. A dynamic and passionate teacher, Rob is famous for his unique teaching strategies, especially encouraging his students to memorize Scripture through music.
While he specializes in psychology, Rob also has a passion for storytelling, and he is now the author of three published books. He is especially moved by the lesser-known stories of World War II.
Hunger Winter: A World War II Novel
was named the Book of the Decade by the Serious Writer and has been endorsed by the Corrie ten Boom Foundation.
Judson University eagerly anticipates Rob’s inspiring address, as he encourages the Class of 2026 to reach their utmost potential in the next chapter of their lives.
For more information about Judson University’s commencement ceremony, please visit
https://www.judsonu.edu/academics/registrar-2/commencement/
About Judson University
Judson University is a fully accredited, private Christian institution offering a liberal arts and professional education. Located in Elgin, Illinois, Judson is home to over 1,200 students from around the world. The University shapes lives that shape the world by equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to pursue God’s calling in their lives.
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Elgin, IL
– Judson University’s 2026 commencement ceremonies will take place on Saturday, May 9
th
in Herrick Chapel. Two ceremonies will be held, with Interior Design and Architecture majors participating in the 10 a.m. service and all other majors participating in the 2 p.m. service. The Chapel will be open to guests at 9 a.m. for the morning ceremony and 1 p.m. for the afternoon ceremony. For those who are unable to attend, online streaming options are available at Judson University’s official Facebook or YouTube pages.
Commencement Speaker: Dr. Rob Currie
Rob Currie, a dedicated and talented professor who has taught psychology at Judson University for nearly forty years, will be delivering the Spring 2026 Commencement address. Rob graduated with his B.A. in Psychology from Cornerstone University in Michigan and went on to earn his Ph.D. in experimental psychology from Saint Louis University. While in St. Louis, he met and married his wife, Kay, and together, they have two grown sons and five grandchildren.
Following their time in St. Louis, the Curries moved to Elgin, where Rob has been teaching psychology ever since. A dynamic and passionate teacher, Rob is famous for his unique teaching strategies, especially encouraging his students to memorize Scripture through music.
While he specializes in psychology, Rob also has a passion for storytelling, and he is now the author of three published books. He is especially moved by the lesser-known stories of World War II.
Hunger Winter: A World War II Novel
was named the Book of the Decade by the Serious Writer and has been endorsed by the Corrie ten Boom Foundation.
Judson University eagerly anticipates Rob’s inspiring address, as he encourages the Class of 2026 to reach their utmost potential in the next chapter of their lives.
For more information about Judson University’s commencement ceremony, please visit
https://www.judsonu.edu/academics/registrar-2/commencement/
About Judson University
Judson University is a fully accredited, private Christian institution offering a liberal arts and professional education. Located in Elgin, Illinois, Judson is home to over 1,200 students from around the world. The University shapes lives that shape the world by equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to pursue God’s calling in their lives.
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