Special Graduation Ceremonies 2025

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Celebrating Our Diverse Graduates

In the weeks leading up to Commencement, Riverside City College proudly honors the achievements of our diverse student communities through a series of special recognition ceremonies. These events celebrate the unique identities, journeys, and accomplishments of graduates from across campus.

From Lavender Graduation for our LGBTQIA+ students, to Black Graduation, La Casa Cultural Recognition, Veterans Graduation, Guardian Scholars, and many others—each ceremony provides a meaningful space to reflect, uplift, and celebrate alongside family, friends, and RCC faculty and staff.

Check back soon for full details and dates for each celebration.

Special Celebrations!

Friday, May 9	Transfer Recognition Ceremony 11 am Bradshaw Building - Cafeteria The Transfer Recognition Ceremony celebrates RCC students as they take the next step in their academic journey and prepare to transfer to a four-year university.
Friday, May 23	Lavender Graduation 4 pm Digital Library 121 Lavender Graduation honors RCC’s LGBTQIA+ graduates in a celebration of identity, achievement, and community.
Saturday, June 7	Black Graduation 3 pm Quadrangle Black Grad celebrates the achievements of RCC’s graduating and transferring Black students in a ceremony hosted by the UMOJA community to honor perseverance, excellence, and cultural pride.