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TCC will celebrate the Class of 2020, 2021 and 2022 with two on-campus commencement ceremonies.

Date: Saturday, June 11, 2022

10am and 2pm

Location: Tacoma Campus

Health & Wellness Center, Bldg. 20

6501 South 19th Street

Tacoma, WA  98466

Want to watch Commencement from your home or from your device? We will be livestreaming the event. The livestream will open at about 15 minutes before Commencement starts.

LIVESTREAM HERE

Each graduate will be issued four guest tickets; additional tickets are available per graduate who has registered to attend the ceremony. The college will continue to monitor Covid-19 cases and will follow Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department recommendations while planning this event. Currently, there are no restrictions. Currently, masks are strongly recommended but not required

2022 Commencement Ceremony

2022 graduates: the RSVP for the ceremony has closed.

2020 and 2021 graduates: the RSVP for the ceremony has closed. Class of 2020: Need regalia? You can purchase regalia at the Bookstore. Class of 2021: Bring the regalia that was provided or if you need regalia, purchase one at the bookstore.

Sign up for up to four(4) tickets after you apply to graduate - additional tickets may be available for registered graduates.

Non-ticketed virtual viewings will be available on tacomacc.edu

Photo Information

Grad Photos June 11th, 11:30am – 1:30pm

We are offering Commencement Graduate portrait photos on Commencement Day, June 11th 2022. The first session is from 11:30am – 1:30pm in Building 20, Room 132 for both morning and afternoon graduates. Stop by for an appointment. Appointments will be made the day of Commencement so we recommend arriving early to book your time directly with the photographer. These photos are available for purchase via packages from the Photo company 1000 Words Events.

*It is recommended each graduate approximate 5 minutes each per graduate. We strongly recommend individual photos of the graduate. We politely request that graduates do not take multiple photos with family members to provide plenty of time for the following graduate.

Grad Fair Photos June 2nd 10am – 6pm

We will also be offering the opportunity to take portrait photos during Grad Fair, on June 2nd, from 10am – 6pm. Graduates will be able to take a portrait style photo (available for purchase) or enjoy a free 360 degree photo. The 360 degree photo can be downloaded onto their personal device and shared digitally!

Independent Grad Photos

If graduates would like to schedule photos independently outside of these times, we recommend our Commencement Photo Vendor - 1000 Words Events: https://1000wordsevents.com/

Graduates will receive a website link to order photos or upload their free photos.

10am Program

Bachelor of Applied Science

Associate of Applied Science Degrees & Certificates

Accounting

Business

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Early Childhood Education

Emergency Medical and Health Services

Health Information Technology

Human Services

Networking & Cyber Security

Nursing

Paralegal

Radiologic Science

Respiratory Therapy

Associate of Arts in Biology

Associate of Arts in Computer Science

Associate of Arts in Pre-Nursing

Associate of Business

Associate of Science

Associate of Science in Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering

Associate of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Associate of Science in Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, Industrial and Material Science Engineering

2pm Program

Associate of Arts

Associate of Music

High School Diploma

Frequently Asked Questions

What time should I arrive to Commencement?

We encourage you to arrive an hour before the ceremony. Please arrive at 9am for the 10am ceremony; 1pm for the 2pm ceremony to ensure you give yourself and guests enough time for parking, photos and seating.

Are masks required at the commencement ceremonies?

TCC strongly encourages masks indoors, but will not require them for commencement.

Will I have to show proof of vaccination to attend commencement?

No, proof of vaccination will not be required for commencement.

Will food and beverages be allowed at the event?

Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the gym for any events.

Will masks be provided at the event?

Yes, Level 2 non-surgical and NIOSH approved masks will be available at building entrances and throughout the gym.

What safety measures are in place to mitigate Covid-19?

We have several mitigation strategies in place to help fight the spread of Covid-19. This year, the event will be hosted in building 20, also known as the campus gym. This space is ideal due to its large open spaces and abundant seating arrangements. The gym also has updated air filters from MERV-8 to MERV-13. These filters trap smaller particles, including viruses.

Mask and sanitation stations will be at entry points of the building. They will also be located in the main corridor, the ticket booth, and within the gymnasium and remote viewing rooms. Easily identifiable staff volunteers and Health Monitors will be at the event and can answer questions and direct you to mask and sanitation stations.

What entrances should I use to enter the college and where should I park?

There will be plenty of parking in lots K and L, which are near the gym. Accessible parking spots also will be available at Lot K. People should enter at the campus entrances on South 12th Street and at the TACID South 19th Street entrances. All other entrances will be blocked to provide an efficient traffic flow.

What is the difference between graduation and commencement?

Students can apply to graduate for either their degree or certificate. Commencement is the ceremony that is planned for June 11. Those who apply to graduate with their degree or certificate will be able to apply to attend the commencement ceremony.

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