Commencement
Steps to Commencement
JCC holds Commencement in December and May.
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Completing an application for graduation is necessary to participate in the commencement ceremony.
Application Due
August 31, 2026 -
Attend the Graduation Fair to order your cap & gown, ask questions about Graduation, and celebrate with your fellow graduates!
Fair Date & Time
October 22 - 3:00-6:00pmRoom C1115
https://events.johnstoncc.edu/event/johnstoncc.events.1466146
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2026 Winter Graduation Practice at the Paul A. Johnston Auditorium
Practice Date & Times
December 15, 2026 at 10:00 amThis is the practice for any participating students. Students need to arrive for check-in between 9:30-10 in order to be in place at the beginning of the ceremony.
Ordering your regalia (cap & gown) confirms your participation for the Commencement Ceremony. You can order your cap & gown online.
Order deadline November 9th.
Security Notice
For the safety of all attendees, metal detectors will be in use at the venue. Please
allow additional time for entry.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not permitted inside the venue:
• Weapons of any kind
• Helium balloons
• Glass vases
• Large posters
• Sound or voice amplification devices
• Strollers
• Wrapped gifts
• Signs, banners, or flags that may obstruct the view of other guests
