Commencement 2018

Friday, June 15, 2018 at 7 pm

in Robinson Stadium

 Due to the high number of students participating in the ceremony this year, there will be NO ADDITIONAL TICKETS available.

Guests who do not have tickets can watch the ceremony in the overflow venue, SEXSON AUDITORIUM the day of the event. The ceremony will also be live streamed the day of and the link will be available on the front page of the PCC website.

Please keep in mind that we have a larger than usual graduating class, therefore the ceremony may take longer. We anticipate the ceremony lasting approximately 3 hours.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Rehearsal: Friday June 15, 2018 at 9 am

Cap & Gown Order Deadline: Monday, April 23, 2018

This ensures that you will receive your personalized order. Any gowns ordered after 2:00 p.m. on April 23, 2018, sizes are distributed on a first come first served basis.

The last day to purchase a cap & gown is Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. and the last day to pickup your cap & gown is Thursday, June 14, 2018.

Gradfest: Thursday, May 31, 2018 from 9 am to 6 pm

Come to the Wi-Fi lounge for Grad Fest! You can pick up your cap and gown, receive information about the ceremony, purchase memorabilia, or order a class ring.

Cap & Gown Pickup: Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - Thursday, June 14, 2018

Come to the Campus Center Building, Room 105 (CC-105) from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm to pick-up your cap and gown.

2018 Student Commencement Speaker

Apply to be the 2018 Student Commencement Speaker!

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be a credit student
  • Be a member of the PCC 2018 graduating class
  • Submit a completed application
  • Submit a 2-3 minute written speech
  • Audition before a selection committee
  • Attend rehearsal and commencement

Applications are due to the Office of Student Life (CC-105) by May 18, 2018.

Download Speaker Application

More Information

Due to limited space inside the Stadium this is a ticketed event, each graduate will receive 4 tickets.

For more information or questions, please contact our Commencement Coordinator:

Siria LoVett
Office of Student Life (CC-105)
(626) 585-7385