Chicano Commencement Celebration
56th Annual Chicano Commencement Celebration
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 9-11am
Location: Provident Credit Union Event Center, San José State University
The Chicano Commencement Celebration is a cultural ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of SJSU students who have graduated Fall 2025 and students expected to graduate Spring and Summer 2026. This celebration is a great opportunity to acknowledge your academic achievements, honor your families, communities, and other significant people in your lives, and to celebrate the Latinx cultural influences that have contributed to your academic success.
Participation in this event is voluntary and is open to all graduating students who would like to participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
Degrees are not conferred during our cultural celebration nor are graduate students hooded. Degrees and hooding will only take place at your official college commencement. We encourage you to attend both the cultural celebration and your official college commencement. For information regarding the official university commencement schedule, please visit: https://www.sjsu.edu/commencement/
Please note that this ceremony could conflict with an individual students’ final exam schedule. We strongly advise that students prioritize their academic obligations.
Who is eligible to participate?
SJSU Students with a graduation application for Fall 2025, Spring/Summer 2026 on file.
Priority Registration
More information to come soon.
Purchase Your Regalia
All participating graduates are required to wear the correct degree academic regalia to attend Chicano Commencement and your official College Commencement ceremonies.
Academic regalia is available to purchase a few different ways:
1. IN-PERSON (fastest & least expensive method):
Visit the SJSU Spartan Bookstore from March 24, 2026 to the day-of Commencement, May 20, 2026.
Spartan Bookstore hours can be found on their website sjsu.bncollege.com
2. ONLINE:
Visit the Herff Jones website.Orders must be submitted by April 13th, 2026 to ensure your Regalia is delivered on time.
Guest Tickets
More information to come soon.
Event Parking
More information to come soon.
Chicano Commencement Schedule
More information to come soon.
What NOT to bring to the Venue
PROHIBITED ITEMS AND BAG SECURITY POLICY
For the safety and enjoyment of all attendees, the following items are not permitted
at the event center venue:
NO Backpacks, Purses or Bags larger than 12” x 6” x 12” with the exception of a diaper
bag that must accompany the child that uses it, and is subject to search
NO Outside Food or Beverages permitted inside Provident Credit Union Event Center
NO Alcohol
NO Fruit and Candy
NO Food purchased at the on-site food trucks
NO Food purchased from any Spartan Eats Campus Dining Locations
NO Professional Recording Equipment – Photo, Video, or AudioNO Detachable Lenses longer
than 6 inches
NO Tripods
NO Big Zooms
NO Commercial Use Rigs
NO Selfie Sticks
NO Drones or airborne flying devices
NO Glass Items
NO Helium Balloons
NO Artificial noise-making devices, horns, air horns
NO Inflatable balls, frisbees, tortillas, etc
NO Confetti or streamers
NO Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades
NO Signs or banners larger than 2’ x 3’ and must be foldable (if a banner is brought,
it will be inspected before being admitted. It may not be attached to any railings,
fencing, etc. Must be held only)NO Sticks or Poles
NO Coolers, hard sided coolers, or soft sided coolers
NO Illegal Substances, Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
NO Tobacco Products, Paraphernalia, or Vapes
NO Markers, Pens or Spray Paint
NO Laser Pointers
NO Weapons of Any Kind (includes Pocket Knives, Pepper Spray, Personal Protection
Devices, Fireworks, etc.)
NO Items deemed to be dangerous or inappropriate by management that may disrupt other
attendees' enjoyment of the event
NO Pets are permitted at this event. ADA service animals are allowed with proper verification
Please note the following:
SJSU is not responsible for any lost or stolen items
All guests will be subject to search, which may include the use of electronic devices,
pat downs and inspections of bags
Guests are discouraged from bringing unnecessary items to the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
More information to come soon.
