Ì«Ñô³Ç¹ÙÍø to Celebrate 110th Commencement with Over 3200 Graduates Eligible to Participate

Ì«Ñô³Ç¹ÙÍø is proud to announce its 110th commencement ceremony, taking place on Friday, May 10th, 2024, at 7:00 pm at Memorial Stadium on the BC Panorama campus. This momentous occasion will celebrate the achievements of over 3200 graduates, marking a significant milestone for both the college and the Bakersfield community.
The graduating class boasts a diverse range of accomplishments. Included are students from the Early College program, earning their associate's degrees while still in high school. Additionally, 17 graduates will receive a Baccalaureate of Science in Industrial Automation, representing the 7th graduating cohort from BC's successful 4-year degree program. Over 800 students have been admitted to CSUB this fall, highlighting the college's strong transfer pathways. These achievements exemplify Ì«Ñô³Ç¹ÙÍø's commitment to providing efficient and diverse educational pathways in high-demand career fields and facilitating successful transfers to four-year institutions.
This year's commencement holds a special significance. It marks not only 110 years of institutional excellence and a legacy of accomplished Renegade graduates, but it is also the first ceremony under the leadership of Dr. Jerry E. Fliger, BC's newly appointed president. Dr. Fliger brings a wealth of experience and a strong dedication to academic excellence and student success. His arrival ushers in a promising new chapter for the college, characterized by growth, innovation, and even deeper community engagement.
The evening ceremony will culminate with a spectacular fireworks display. This celebratory finale serves as a resounding tribute to the countless hours of hard work, perseverance, and dedication exhibited by the graduating class, a testament to their unwavering commitment to achieving their academic goals.
The ceremony will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. The broadcast will be available on the Ì«Ñô³Ç¹ÙÍø website and YouTube channel starting at 7:00PM on May 10th.
In addition to the main commencement program, the Ì«Ñô³Ç¹ÙÍø community will celebrate the Class of 2024 with a series of pre-commencement Affinity Group events scheduled for May 10th, 2024:
- African American Pre-Commencement Event: 4:00 pm (Indoor Theater)
- Chicano/Latino Pre-Commencement Event: 3:00 pm (Outdoor Theater)
- Delano Pre-Commencement Event: 11:00 am (Delano Campus)
- Baccalaureate Graduates Pre-Commencement Event: 4:00 pm (Renegade Event Center)
- Lavender (LGBTQIA+) Pre-Commencement Event: 3:00 pm (Renegade Event Center)
- Veterans Pre-Commencement Event: 4:00 pm (Veterans Resource Center)