Graduation Ceremony

Keynote Speaker

Kevin Jenkins is the Interim Mayor of the City of Oakland, previously serving as Council President and the District 6 Council Office.

Kevin was elected to represent Oakland City Council District 6 in November of 2022. Kevin was born and raised in East Oakland, California as the son of two Oakland Unified School District employees. He graduated from Oakland High School and attended Laney College and College of Alameda. Kevin then transferred to San Francisco State University where he earned a B.A. in Urban Studies and Planning. After graduating from San Francisco State, Kevin attended California State University, East Bay, earning a Master’s in Public Administration.

In November 2020, Kevin was elected to represent Area 2 for the Peralta Community College District, which includes all of East Oakland. While on the Peralta Board of Trustees, Kevin advocated for funding for student housing and worked closely with his colleagues to ensure that the district navigated the global pandemic. During his tenure with Peralta, Kevin orchestrated cross-sector partnerships with Peralta Community College and Oakland community-based organizations to enhance educational opportunities

Kevin served as a commissioner for the Alameda County Public Health Commission for over three years. In his role, he worked with the health department to address emerging health needs and reduce homelessness. Previously Kevin served as the Director of Housing for an anti-poverty organization, working directly with community members to explore creative ways to address the rising rent and build affordable housing. Kevin continues to partner with non-profits to address illegal dumping and blight in Oakland. Kevin served as the President of the California Association of Black School Educators. He is also a proud father to his son Elijah, a second-generation Oaklander.

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Graduation Schedule

9 am – 9:45 am Graduate Check-In & Early Reception – Field House
- Pastries & light refreshments
- Last-minute regalia purchases (subject to availability)
9:45 – 10 am ALL Graduates Lineup! – Field House
10 am – 1:00 pm Commencement Ceremony Starts – Football Stadium
- Welcome Address & Speeches
- Graduate Name-Reading, Accept Degree & pose for Grad photo
- Conferring of Degrees/Certificates & Official Graduation acknowledgment!
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Graduation Celebration – Field House
- Selfie Stations
- Grad Gifts
- Food
- Music & Fun!

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Graduation FAQs

Q: How do I know if I am eligible to graduate?

A: If you filed your petition to graduate and it was approved by a counselor, you may participate in graduation.

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Q: I am not sure if my name is on the Grad List, how can I ensure that my name will be called?

A: Laney College does not read from a list of Graduates during the ceremony. Each graduate fills out a GRAD Card, complete with Name, Major/Degree/Certificate, and contact information.

You will hold this card until it is time for you to approach the stage. As you enter the stage you will give this card to the “Card Reader” and they will announce your name and awards as you walk towards the podium.

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Q: Why do graduates need to arrive at Graduation at 9 am?

A: To have time to complete your GRAD Card, have a light breakfast, get last-minute regalia, and take a bathroom break before we enter the field, at 9:00 am sharp!

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Q: When will I receive my degree/certificate?

A: Graduates may receive their degrees/certificates from the Office of Admissions & Records in August.

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Q: What is the earliest that families/friends can arrive at Graduation?

A: Families may arrive at Graduation, and be seated as early as 9 am.

Graduation Ceremony

This year students will order their regalia independently, and it will be shipped directly to their home/personal address!

If you have any questions about regalia, contact the Laney Bookstore.

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