Commencement Ceremony 100 Years in the Making
Muskegon Community College (MCC) will celebrate its graduates at the 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Health Arena in downtown Muskegon.
This year’s ceremony takes place during MCC’s Centennial Year, marking 100 years of the college serving students and the community. While the celebration is part of MCC’s Centennial year of events, the 100th graduating class will actually be recognized in 2028.
“Commencement is the most important thing we do at Muskegon Community College,” said Dr. John Selmon, President of MCC. “It’s my favorite day of the year because we get to celebrate our student’s success, and all the hard work, persistence, and growth they’ve shown to reach this moment. I’m incredibly proud of each of them for bringing out their best and achieving their goals. Congratulations to all of our graduates.”
So far this academic year, Muskegon Community College has awarded more than 664 degrees and certificates, including over 535 associate degree graduates and more than 129 certificate graduates
According to the Registrar office, this year MCC will be handing out more than 535 associate degrees and 129 certificates. The largest area of study among associate degree graduates was General Studies and Science & Arts with 249 graduates, followed by Health Programs with 112 graduates, including 75 nursing graduates. Engineering and Technology programs produced 52 graduates, Business programs accounted for 49 graduates, and Education programs saw 30 graduates.
Certificate and diploma programs also continued to meet growing workforce demand in West Michigan. MCC awarded 76 Nursing diplomas this academic year, along with 23 Manufacturing and Industrial certificates. Medical Assistant and Computer or Web Design programs each produced 11 certificate graduates, while Child Development programs graduated five students.
The ceremony will honor students completing degrees and certificates in the Fall 2025, Winter 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters. Graduate check-in begins at 5:00 p.m., doors open for guests at 6:00 p.m., and the ceremony starts at 7:00 p.m.
Muskegon Community College offers more than 70 programs and areas of study designed to prepare students for transfer, career advancement, and in-demand workforce opportunities.
- What: Muskegon Community College 2026 Commencement Ceremony honoring Fall 2025, Winter 2026, and Summer 2026 graduates
- Where: Trinity Health Arena, 470 W. Western Ave., Muskegon, MI 49440
- When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 7 PM
- Cost: Free and open to the public; no tickets required
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