Class of 2020 Virtual Commencement Ceremony Video is now available to view.  ENJOY!


Class of 2020 Commencement Program 

MJC Class of 2021 Vitual Commencement Ceremony

Modesto Junior College is excited to host a Virtual Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2021.

The 99th Commencement Ceremony will be ready to view on Friday,  May 21, 2021 at 10am! 

We know this was probably not what we were expecting again. But we want to ensure the safety of all students and their families. 

We are excited to create a pre-recorded ceremony that will honor your accomplishments and be a keepsake for years to come. 

We aim to have this video completed and ready for viewing on YouTube, MJC’s website, and other forms of social media by May 21, 2021.   

Virtual Commencement Ceremony  

What to expect?

  • This pre-recorded ceremony will include all graduates in the Commencement Program
  • Each graduate will have a slide with his/her name and the degree(s) earned.
  • Graduates who took their  photo wearing their cap and gown will have their picture on the slide. 
  • The ceremony will include congratulatory message from professors and other MJC employees.
  • Experience the same format of an in-person Commencement ceremony, from speakers, music, and the turning of the tassel.
  • Watch the Virtual Commencement Ceremony on May 21, 2021 through MJC's YouTube. 

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2021

Questions and Answers for the Class of 2021 Virtual Commencement Ceremony 

For questions and/or more information please email: mjccampuslife@yosemite.edu

Commencement Student Speaker

Students interested in applying to be Class of 2021 Commencement Student Speaker please go to Commencement Student Speaker Application - MJC (No longer accepting applications) 

Graduation Gowns

ASMJC has agreed to purchase graduation caps and gowns for all student graduates. Please contact the Campus Life Office for more information.

Honor Cords 

Graduates that are graduating with honors, can purchase their honor cords through MJC's Bookstore GRADUATION SUPPLIES | Pirates Bookstore Please note that the honor cords are not free. 

Diplomas

If you have not yet picked up your diploma, please contact MJC Evaluations here: mjcevaluations@mjc.edu

How to apply for your degrees please visit: Degrees and Certificates - MJC

Commencement Committee

The MJC Commencement Committee is a working group of MJC employees who plan and implement MJC's Graduation and related activities.  The following employees serve on the committee:

  • Yolanda Avila-Custodial Service Manager, YCCD Facilities & Operations
  • Dr. George Boodrookas, Dean of Advancement, MJC Foundation
  • Leticia Blanco, Program Specialist, EOP&S
  • Harry Davis, MJC Campus Safety
  • Carmen De La Cruz, MJC Campus Life Program Specialist
  • Julie Hughes, Admissions & Records Specialist
  • Alejandra Espinoza, Campus Life & Student Learning Manager
  • Judy Lanchester, Assistant Director, YCCD Facilities & Operations
  • Sandy Marks, Foundation Specialist, MJC Foundation
  • Sabrina Miranda, Executive Secretary, Office of the President 
  • Jennifer Novoa, ASMJC President
  • Irene Nunez, Graphic Arts Specialist, MJC Public Relations 
  • Sherri Potts, Graphic Arts Specialist, MJC Public Relations 
  • Joshua Sigman, Front End Web Developer, MJC Public Relations
  • Denise Solomon, Computer Science Instructor, MJC
  • Shami Soro, Textbook Buyer, MJC Bookstore
  • Dr. Layla Spain, Counselor, MJC Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOP&S)
  • Sherri Suarez, Events/Facility Scheduling Coordinator
  • Jeff Swank, Director of Media Services
  • Rebecca Tilger, Administrative Technician, Student Services 
  • David Todd, Photography/Graphics Production Specialist, MJC Public Relations