Congratulations Graduates!
2026 Spring Commencement
Friday, May 15
GGC Convocation Center
Keynote Speaker: Kelley Balkcom, Metro North Region Executive at Georgia Power Company
9:30 a.m. Procession
10 a.m. Ceremony
School of Education
School of Health Sciences
School of Science and Technology
1:30 p.m. Procession
2 p.m. Ceremony
School of Business
School of Liberal Arts
Ceremony Registration
Opens March 30 – Closes April 16
Create your GGC graduate slide and register to ...
- Claim tickets (5 tickets per graduate)
- Submit phonetic name spelling
- Access your GradPass
Honor Cord Distribution
Belong Center (B-1000)
April 27, 29 and May 4
1-4 p.m.
Cap and Gown Ordering
April 13: Deadline for home delivery
www.ggc.edu/GraduateShop
Commencement Photographs
Remember to pause when receiving your diploma so photographers can capture your commencement moment. Family and friends may take photos from their seats.
Stay in Touch
Join the GGC Alumni Association to stay connected, share news and successes, attend events, and access continued resources like career services.
Senior Sendoff
April 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Convocation Center
Nacho bar
Selfie station
Cap decorating
Grad bracelet crafting
Prep for upcoming graduation
Contact Us
Contact us
Ceremony-related Questions
Academic-related Inquiries
Graduates and audience members may be photographed and/or videotaped during event. Select photos and/or videos may be used in advertising and promotional materials at GGC's sole discretion.
Disability Services
A sign language interpreter will be provided during the ceremony. Individuals requiring disability-related accommodations are encouraged to contact Disability Services in advance. To ensure adequate time for coordination and preparation, requests should be submitted at least one week prior to the ceremony.
