2nd Annual Multicultural Community Convocation

Get ready for an afternoon of celebrating diversity and unity in our community at the Multicultural Community Convocation on May 9th, 2026!

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Multicultural Community Convocation!

This exciting event will be held at the First Institutional Baptist Church (12th Street and Jefferson). Please join us in celebrating the academic achievements of students, including

African-American

American Indian

Asian-Pacific Islander

First-Generation College Student

Foster Youth

Hispanic

LGBTQ+ students

Middle Eastern and North African American

Veteran

from all of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Join us for a day filled with inclusivity, unity, and community.

Come together with neighbors, friends, and new faces to celebrate and learn from one another. Let's build bridges and strengthen our bonds as a multicultural community. Hosted by Komputer Kids, Inc., a 501(c)3 organization that has provided STEM activities each summer to hundreds of Valley kids.

Registration & Tickets: Only graduates need to register and indicate how many guests they will be bringing through Eventbrite. There is no need to print any confirmation or tickets from Eventbrite; it is only used to help us plan accordingly for the event. Printed tickets will not be needed to attend.

Parking: Please park in the church parking lot, which is located to the West and South of the church. There is an overflow lot next to the church (Phoenix Fire Department lot), as well as street parking and nearby light rail access.

Graduate Check-in: Graduates are asked to arrive by 1- 1:45 p.m. to check in and line up for the processional.

Graduate Attire: Please arrive wearing your commencement cap and gown and dress in business casual attire; a stole or cord will be provided to graduates.

Family and Friends: Open Seating; please arrive early to find a seat!

Children: Please have small children sit with family members; only graduates will be allowed in the staging area.

Accommodations: We are committed to inclusivity and ensuring that everyone has a great experience at our convocation event (designated accessible parking and ramps). If you require any disability accommodations, please let us know how we can assist you. We prioritize your comfort and accessibility. Please email multiculturalconvocation@gmail.com.

Photography Statement: This event is being photographed and/or video recorded. If you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify one of the event photographers or videographers.

Questions?: Email - multiculturalconvocation@gmail.com

If you would like to volunteer, please use the link.