2025 Fall Commencement

Friday, Dec. 12 
GGC Convocation Center

Congratulations #GGCgrads!

GGC graduates cheering during 2025 Spring Commencement in the Convocation Center
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GGC biochemistry graduate learned how to roll with the changes

Bachelor of Science in Biology, biochemistry concentration

Nolberto Sanchez credits his professors for guiding him through the most challenging parts of his journey at GGC.

“They have taught me far beyond the scope of academia,” Sanchez said. “I can’t put it into words, but as the years continue, I will try to express my gratitude and honor them by leaving those I encounter better than when I met them, as they have all done with me.”

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GGC education graduate found her calling

Bachelor of Science in Education

Sumayyah Yoonas put her dreams of being a doctor on hold to raise the couple’s three children. After 14 years, it was time. Then the pandemic hit.

“That first semester tested every ounce of my resolve,” she said.

Amazingly, the pandemic that threatened to derail her education led her to her true calling. From medical aspirations to teaching, Yoonas switched gears to enroll in GGC’s School of Education (SOE).

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First-generation American defies the odds to graduate from GGC

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Andre Cross’ academic journey began at a different college. He left that experience lacking confidence as a student and was uncertain about his future.

Then he enrolled at GGC.

“The smaller class sizes at GGC enabled me to receive one-on-one instruction from the professors, which was extremely beneficial.”

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Special Needs?

A sign language interpreter will be provided for the ceremony. Attendees with special needs are encouraged to contact Disability Services at 678.407.5883 or @email so preparations can be made to meet your needs. Advance notification, of at least a week prior to the ceremony, helps ensure that the College has time to make appropriate accommodations.

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