Ceremony Details
The ceremony is Saturday, June 12, 2027, at 10 a.m. at the Marjorie Holzgang Concert Bowl on the Redwood Campus in Grants Pass.
- Graduate check-in: 9 a.m. at the Wiseman Building.
- View Campus Map & Parking.
Guests should arrive early to allow time for parking and seating. The ceremony begins
promptly at 10 a.m.
Yes. Check in to receive your name card; your name will be read as you walk across
the stage.
Exiting from the front of the bowl is restricted. If you need to leave early, use
the top of the bowl when possible. Graduates and guests are encouraged to remain for
the full ceremony to honor all graduates.
Yes. If you complete your Graduation Application by May 5, 2027, and are approved,
your name will appear in all commencement publications even if you don’t attend.
GED® graduates are invited to join the main commencement ceremony. For specific instructions,
including regalia and recognition, visit the GED Graduation page.
Participation & Regalia
All graduates must wear a black cap, gown and tassel to participate.
Yes! We love to see your creativity, as long as it is appropriate for the ceremony.
- Ship to campus (free shipping): April 19, 2027
- Ship to home (shipping fees apply): May 24, 2027
- Pickup: 4:30 p.m., June 9, 2027, at RVC or TRC
Items not picked up will be available at the regalia station on the morning of commencement.
You must submit a Graduation Application and receive eligibility confirmation in your Degree Audit.
Yes, as long as all degree requirements are completed by the end of Summer Term 2027.
You must submit a Graduation Application to confirm eligibility.
Graduation & Diplomas
- Digital diploma: available immediately via Parchment after verification
- Printed diploma: mailed within one week after verification
Degrees and certificates are typically noted on official RCC transcripts about four
weeks after all grades and program completions are finalized.
Guests & Accessibility
Accessible seating and assistance are available, but space is limited.
Commencement will be livestreamed on the RCC YouTube channel. A professionally produced video will be posted about one week after the ceremony.
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