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2025 Fall Commencement
Friday, Dec. 12
GGC Convocation Center
Congratulations #GGCgrads!
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#GGCgrads, apply to graduate for 2026 spring by Oct. 1.
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.”
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.”
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).
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).
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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).
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).
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.”
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.”
About Photographs
A photographer will be present to take your picture at Commencement.
Please remember to pause when receiving your diploma so that your photograph can be taken. Your family and friends are also welcome to take photos from their seats.
Visit TheGradTeam.com to view and order cap and gown portraits and commencement day photos.
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 DisabilityServices@ggc.edu 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.