February 19, 2025

Commencement set for May 3; student speaker sought

two students in regalia smiling with the ocelot mascot

Hundreds of Schoolcraft College students who have completed the necessary requirement for their degrees will be recognized during the 60th Annual Commencement May 3.

It’s almost time to honor our graduates.

Schoolcraft College will celebrate its 60th Annual Commencement at 1 p.m. May 3 at the TrinityElite Sports Center on the Livonia campus. This ceremony is a time to honor and recognize those candidates and graduates who will receive degrees from the College.

“If there’s one event that is truly what we’re all about here at Schoolcraft College, it’s Commencement,” said Dr. Glenn Cerny, president of Schoolcraft College. “Our students have worked incredibly hard to earn their degree and Commencement is a time to honor them and their achievements. I look forward to shaking their hand on stage this spring.”

Doors open at noon for Commencement, where hundreds of candidates and graduates will walk and receive recognition for their achievements during the annual ceremony. To best prepare, students who have met graduation requirements or are expected to meet their graduation requirements soon can apply for graduation through the College’s online portal, Ocelot Access. Those students who are unsure of whether they qualify to walk at Commencement can speak to an academic advisor.

The last day for students to apply for graduation and have their name in the commemorative Commencement booklet is April 17. Students can still apply for graduation after that date, but their names will not be included in the booklet.

Those eligible to walk at Commencement can attend the College’s Grad Fair at the Campus Bookstore this spring to order and pick up caps and gowns. The Grad Fair will take place at the following times:

  • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 23
  • Noon to 6 p.m. April 24

Those walking will receive four tickets for family and friends to attend. The ceremony will also be livestreamed on the College’s YouTube channel. Prior to the ceremony, photo opportunities with Ozzy, the College’s ocelot mascot, will be available, as well as other activities to celebrate the day.

The College is currently seeking a student to speak at the ceremony. Those interested in applying can do so by visiting the Commencement page of the College’s website. Student speaker applications are due March 14.


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