MALCOLM X COLLEGE

2025 GRADFEST SCHEDULE

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

April 28 – May 1, 2025

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

For more information, please contact:

Monday, April 28, 2025

Time Event Name Location
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students.

 Room 1103
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. GradFest Bazaar

Join us for a celebration with food, entertainment, and activities.

Food & Activities: Nachos and cheese, Sno Cones, funnel cakes

Entertainment & Experiences:

  • Stilt Walker/Juggler (11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
  • Strolling Magician (12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
  • Tarot Card Readers (12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
  • Henna Artists (12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
  • Exotic Reptile Experience (1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
 Grand Staircase
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. GradImages: Graduation Portraits

Take professional photos in your cap and gown. You will be able to purchase the photos after graduation.

 Mezzanine

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Time Event Name Location
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students.

 Room 1103
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Financial Aid Support

Receive exit counseling, review your financial aid status/remaining aid, and get help with your 2025-26 FAFSA.

 Room 1101
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cap Decorating, Karaoke, and Lunch

Celebrate with fellow grads by decorating your graduation cap, singing your favorite karaoke hits, and enjoying lunch together. It’s your time to shine—one last hurrah before the big day!

 Student Union
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Fun Photo

Capture the moment! Stop by our fun photo station to snap a few memories with your friends before you transfer or move on to your next journey.

 Room 2003

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Time Event Name Location
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students.

 Room 1103
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Financial Aid Support

Receive exit counseling, review your financial aid status/remaining aid, and get help with your 2025-26 FAFSA.

 Room 1101
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Grads Breakfast

Join us for a farewell breakfast with faculty, staff, and your fellow students. It’s a casual way to say goodbye, share memories, and celebrate your achievements over a delicious meal.

 Student Union
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m

Future Focus Forum

Explore your academic journey and complete your transfer application.

 Room 2003
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Grads vs. Staff Basketball Game

Sign up here.

 Gym

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Time Event Name Location
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Cap, Gown, and Ticket Pick-Up

Graduates who are participating in the commencement ceremony can pick up your caps, gowns, and tickets. Honors cords, veteran cords, SGA cords, and PTK stoles will be provided to eligible students.

 Room 1103
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Financial Aid Support

Receive exit counseling, review your financial aid status/remaining aid, and get help with your 2025-26 FAFSA.

 Room 1101
3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

GradImages: Graduation Portraits

Take professional photos in your cap and gown. You will be able to purchase the photos after graduation.

 Conference Center
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Academic Achievement Awards

This event is to celebrate graduates with honors distinctions.

 Conference Center and Auditorium