77th Commencement Ceremony
June 10, 2025 at 8:00 am
Shepard Stadium
Students who are eligible to participate in this year's Commencement Ceremony, have received an invitation from Canvas to join the Graduation 2024 -2025 Canvas course.
Pierce College graduation regalia is available in the
Custom sashes .
Important Dates
Commencement Rehearsal
| Pierce Commencement Dates | Pierce Department Dates | 麻豆破解传媒 Ceremonies |
|---|---|---|
| April 15th: Deadline to submit a graduation petition | May 9th: MESA Transfer & Graduation Celebration, 4:00 - 6:00pm | May 3rd: Asian Pacific Islander Graduation, 9:00am, at Los Angeles Harbor College |
| May 6th: | June 9th: Nursing Department Pinning Ceremony, 1:00pm - Performing Arts Building | May 22nd: Black Graduate Ceremony, 3:00pm, at the Los Angeles Southwest College |
| May 22nd: Commencement Rehearsal #2 | June 11th: Registered Veterinary Technology Program Pinning Ceremony , 11:00am - 2:00pm | June 6th: Lavender Graduation, 4:00pm, Los Angeles City College |
| June 4th: | June 11th: Student Awards Banquet, 6:00 - 8:00pm | June 7th: Mi Gente Graduation, 4:00pm, at East Los Angeles College |
| June 10th: 77th Commencement Ceremony, 8:00am - Shepard Stadium |
2025 Student Commencement Speaker
- Alcohol is not to be brought and/or consumed on campus.
- Balloons, noisemakers, beach balls, laser pointers, umbrellas, fireworks, etc. are not allowed.
- Graduation caps may be decorated. Pierce College reserves the right to remove any caps that are deemed inappropriate.
- It is recommended that graduates not wear heels and guests wear comfortable shoes since the day may include a lot of walking to get from car to stadium.
- Children must be supervised at all times and are not permitted on the stage with their graduate.
- Leave valuable belongings (purse, etc.) at home. Pierce College is not responsible for your belongings when you walk across the stage to graduate.
- Smoking is not permitted on campus.
- Avoid unnecessary conversation and movement during the ceremony. Individuals who engage in inappropriate or disruptive behavior may be removed from the event.
- Students may not take selfies or use selfie sticks while crossing the stage. Due to fire code regulations, all main access aisles must remain clear of objects - backpacks, strollers, mobility assistive devices, etc.
- As a courtesy to your fellow graduates, students are asked to return to their seats after they receive their in-lieu diploma. Commencement does not officially end until the proclamation of degrees has been made.
Commencement FAQ
The 77th Commencement ceremony will be held at Shepard Stadium at Pierce College on Tuesday, June 10th at 8:00 am.
The campus will open at 6:30 am. Graduates should arrive by 7:00 am at the Field House located next to Shepard stadium. Arriving early will ensure you have ample time to get to the stadium. Some of the parking lots are at least a 15-minute walk from the stadium.
Tickets are required to enter the stadium. Children five (5) years and older will require a ticket. Due to limited stadium seating, each graduate can request up to 6 guest tickets. The link to request tickets will be on your Graduation 2024-2025 Canvas Course. Please complete the 鈥淎dditional Ticket鈥 request form if you would like additional tickets. Students will be contacted via their 麻豆破解传媒 email should additional tickets become available. The last day to pick up your tickets will be on Friday, May 23rd.
Tickets will be available at the Graduation Office starting Monday, May 5, 2025. Graduation Office is located on the 1st floor of the Student Services Building, room 48109, next to the elevator.
You must have your picture ID with you to pick up your tickets.
Yes, you must RSVP by Friday, May 23rd . Please check your 麻豆破解传媒 email for the Canvas invitation to the Graduation 2024-2025 course.