Harry S Truman College

2026 GradFest Schedule

All GradFest events will be held at the college unless otherwise noted. Please see below for exact timing and locations.

All students participating in the in-person ceremony must pick up their cap, gown, tassel, and tickets during GradFest.

For more information, please contact:
Cap and gown, graduation packets, and GradFest activities: Registrar’s Office at trregistrar@ccc.edu.

Time	Event Name	Location
9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.	Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up Pick up your cap, gown, and Commencement tickets. Staff will be available to answer any Commencement-related questions.	Registrar’s Office, McKeon Building
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Alumni Swag Giveaway Receive exclusive Truman alumni merchandise while supplies last.	Student Activities Center
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.	Ice Cream Social Enjoy a sweet treat, connect with your fellow graduates, and reflect on your accomplishments.	Student Activities Center, Room 1623
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Ask a Career Counselor Meet with career counselors to ask questions related to career planning, job searches, transferring to a four-year institution, or navigating the next steps after graduation.	Student Activities Center
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Resume Writing Workshop Strengthen your resume as you prepare to enter the workforce or apply to a transfer institution. The Career Center will share tips on formatting, highlighting accomplishments, and tailoring the resume to specific opportunities.	Student Activities Center

Time	Event Name	Location
9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.	Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up Pick up your cap, gown, and Commencement tickets. Staff will be available to answer any Commencement-related questions.	Registrar’s Office, McKeon Building
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Graduation Cap Decorating Party with DJ Decorate and personalize your graduation cap while enjoying music from a live DJ.	Student Activities Center
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Passing the Torch: Grad Wisdom Booth Record short video messages with advice and encouragement for future Truman students.	Student Activities Center
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.	GradImages Portrait Sessions GradImages will capture professional graduation portraits for Truman College graduates.	Student Activities Center, Main Building

Time	Event Name	Location
9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.	Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up Pick up your cap, gown, and Commencement tickets. Staff will be available to answer any Commencement-related questions.	Registrar’s Office, McKeon Building
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.	DJ Celebration Session Take a break and celebrate with a midday DJ session.	Wilson Library Lobby
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Passing the Torch: Grad Wisdom Booth Record short video messages with advice and encouragement for future Truman students.	Student Activities Center
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.	GradImages Portrait Sessions GradImages will capture professional graduation portraits for Truman College graduates.	Student Activities Center, Main Building
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.	The Truman Torch Ceremony This is Truman’s signature celebration of GradFest. Students will be recognized as their family, friends, faculty, and staff celebrate their perseverance and achievements.	Truman College Gymnasium

Time	Event Name	Location
9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.	Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up Pick up your cap, gown, and Commencement tickets. Staff will be available to answer any Commencement-related questions.	Registrar’s Office, McKeon Building
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Passing the Torch: Grad Wisdom Booth Record short video messages with advice and encouragement for future Truman students.	Student Activities Center
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.	Graduation Cap Decorating Party Decorate and personalize your graduation cap.	Student Activities Center
TDB	Cosmetology and Barber Department End-of-Semester Show The cosmetology and barber department will host its end-of-semester showcase that highlights student creativity, talent, and technical skills.	Truman College Theater