Graduation

Friday, May 15, 2026
6:00 PM
Student Activity Center (Gym) – Quincy Campus

Doors open at 5:00 PM

We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our graduates with family and friends. Due to the wonderfully large number of graduates walking in this year’s ceremony (our largest group yet!), tickets will now be required for the ceremony. This is a new update, and we appreciate your flexibility while we ensure a smooth and safe graduation ceremony to celebrate your hard work!

Guest Information (Tickets Required)

All guests must have a ticket to enter the ceremony.

Tickets will be distributed directly to graduates in advance.

  • Each graduate will receive up to 5 tickets for entry into the Student Activity Center (gym).
  • Ticket required for entry — please have ready upon arrival. Enter through the main gym doors.
  • Children ages 3 and under do not need a ticket.
  • Seating is first come, first served.

Overflow Seating

A limited number of overflow tickets will also be distributed to graduates. Overflow video viewing will take place in the JWCC Auditorium – provides an opportunity to be close by so everyone can take pictures and celebrate together after the ceremony is over. Loved ones with overflow tickets to the auditorium (separate building from the gym) will enter through the bottom auditorium doors (through the courtyard and they should park in the back parking lot behind the main building).

Additional Guest Information

  • Doors open at 5:00 PM for both the gym and auditorium.
  • Guests should be seated by 5:45 PM for the start of the procession
  • Accessible parking is available in the lower Student Activity Center lot (west side, near the ATM). Tickets will be taken at that gym door as well for loved ones using the accessible parking/entrance.
  • Our stage is accessible for students with physical disabilities, and a sign language interpreter will be present for the ceremony.

Graduate Information & Ceremony Timeline

Arrival & Line-Up

  • 5:00 PM – Report to Quincy Campus Cafeteria
  • 5:20 PM – Formal line-up begins
  • 5:45 PM – Procession begins
  • 6:00 PM – Ceremony begins

Caps may be decorated—please keep decorations appropriate.

We will have limited storage for your personal items, so we ask that you do not bring too many items that need to be stored (purses, coats, etc.). We also ask that you only carry what can fit in your hands or pockets during the ceremony. We request that all cell phones be silenced or turned off once the ceremony begins.

Graduation Practice

Thursday, May 14 at 3:30 PM
Student Activity Center (Gym)

  • Practice will last approximately one hour to an hour and a half
  • Attendance is strongly encouraged to ensure the ceremony runs smoothly
  • A complimentary light dinner will be provided by the JWCC Foundation immediately following practice

Can’t Attend?

  • A live stream will be available on this page on the night of graduation.
  • Graduation photos will be available for free download by the end of May.

Questions?

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2025 JWCC graduates in their caps and gowns
Students who are nearing the completion of their program are required to file a request for program completion evaluation prior to or during registration for their final term. This will ensure an early evaluation and reduce the possibility of a deficiency in graduation requirements. The deadline to submit the form and be eligible to participate in the May graduation exercise is February 15; after this date, we cannot guarantee your inclusion in program or press release. Meeting graduation requirements is ultimately the student’s responsibility.