Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremony
Blinn College will hold two spring 2026 graduation ceremonies.
Students graduating with an Associate of Arts (AA):
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Brenham High School, 525 AH Ehrig Drive, Brenham, Texas 77833
Students graduating with an Associate of Science (AS), an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Certificate, or Occupational Skills Award:
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Brenham High School, 525 AH Ehrig Drive, Brenham, Texas 77833
Graduation Checklist
Before graduation, please make sure to:
- Apply for graduation through your myBLINN account.
- All students must submit an application, whether they plan to attend the ceremony or not.
- Complete all coursework and program requirements for your degree, certificate, or occupational skills award during the semester you apply.
- Pay all outstanding balances with the Business Office.
- Clear all holds on your student account.
- After applying for graduation and the application is reviewed by the graduation office, students will receive an email confirming they are in progress to graduate in the Spring 2026. This email will list the type of award that the student applied for – AA, AS, AAS, CT or CERT2 or OS. This will determine which ceremony the student will attend.
- Students graduating with an Associate of Arts (AA) will attend the Wednesday, May 6 ceremony.
- Students graduating with an Associate of Science (AS), Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Certificate (CERT2 or CT) or Occupational Skills Award (OS) will attend the Thursday, May 7 ceremony.
- Students who are earning both an AA and AS degree should attend the Wednesday, May 6 ceremony.
- For students earning multiple degrees, certificates and occupational skills awards, can email grad@blinn.edu with any questions regarding the ceremony date.
Cap and Gown Information
- Apply for graduation at least six weeks before the ceremony date.
- Once your application is reviewed, you’ll receive an email with your graduation status.
- Caps and gowns will be distributed beginning in March 2026. Watch for emails and texts with pickup instructions.
- Caps and gowns are free for graduating students and do not need to be returned.
Pre-Ceremony Details
- The ceremony will be held at the Brenham High School Auditorium. Please see the map below.
- Do not arrive before 5 p.m. Staff will not be available earlier in the day.
- A come-and-go reception for graduates and guests, hosted by the Blinn College Alumni and Friends Association, will take place from 5:00–5:45 p.m.
- Check-in and guest seating begins at 5 p.m. Graduates must arrive no later than 5:30 p.m. Please plan accordingly for travel time and parking so you do not arrive late to the ceremony. Please refer to the map at the end of this document for general directions to the venue.
- The procession begins promptly at 5:50 p.m.
- Graduates arriving after 6 p.m. may not be able to participate.
- There is no rehearsal, but Blinn staff will guide you throughout the event.
- During check-in, you’ll receive a name card for stage presentation and photography.
- Graduates will line up by award type (Students graduating with AA will attend the May 6 ceremony. Students graduating with AS, AAS, certificate, or occupational skills will attend the May 7 ceremony and will line up by the award type).
- If you need assistance with seating, the procession, or stage access, please contact the Graduation Office at 979-830-4174 or grad@blinn.edu by April 27, 2026.
- Please leave personal items (bags, jackets, phones, etc.) with your guests or in your vehicle. Blinn College is not responsible for lost items.
During the Ceremony
- Tassels should be worn on the right side of your cap.
- Graduates will walk in single file and stand until the invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem are complete (men, please remove caps).
- At check-in, you will receive a card with your name and award listed. Keep this card until you reach the stage, then give it to the reader. The card will be used to announce your name and provide contact information for the photographer.
- When your name is called, walk across the stage to receive your scroll and shake hands with the vice chancellors, chancellor, and members of the Board of Trustees.
- After crossing the stage, take your photo with the photographer, then return to your seat.
- Diplomas, certificates, and occupational skills awards will not be distributed at the ceremony.
Graduation Etiquette
- No corsages may be worn on the gown.
- Dress appropriately—slacks or knee-length skirts are recommended.
- Expect to stand for extended periods; comfortable shoes are encouraged.
- Cap decorations are welcome but must be tasteful:
- No vulgar language or 3D objects that block views.
- No lights or flashing items.
- Inappropriate caps will be replaced at check-in.
- Only Blinn-issued stoles are permitted. Personalized or non-approved stoles must be removed before the ceremony.
Diplomas and Certificates
- Diplomas and certificates will be mailed by June 1, 2026, after final grades are posted on Friday, May 8, 2026.
- Please check your account for holds. Blinn cannot release diplomas or transcripts if holds remain.
Guest Information
- Graduates may invite an unlimited number of guests, but seating is limited and are first-come, first-served.
- Blinn College does not provide tickets for guest seating.
- Please be courteous. Remain for the entire ceremony and put all devices on silent.
- No food, drinks, balloons, air horns, or noisemakers are allowed inside the venue.
- Security staff will ensure all guests follow these guidelines.
Additional Information
- To have your name printed in the program, apply for graduation by Sunday, April 5, 2026.
- For class rings, contact the Blinn College Bookstore:
- Brenham: 979-251-7810
- Bryan: 979-300-5805
- FLASH Photography is the official commencement photographer.
Visit www.FLASHphotography.com for details.
- For questions, please contact the Graduation Office: grad@blinn.edu or 979-830-4174.
You also can visit our Graduation FAQ page for more information.
Tassels, Stoles, and Cords
Members of the following organizations may obtain special tassels, stoles or cords from the organization’s coordinators. Please contact the coordinator for price and pick-up location.
Phi Theta Kappa-Brenham
Dillon Phipps
Email: dillon.phipps@blinn.edu or ptk@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-830-4098
Office: Academic Building, Office 4
Sophia Polk
Email: sophia.polk@blinn.edu or ptk@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-830-4134
Office: Disability Services Office,
Administration Building, Room 104
BJ Williams
Email: bj.williams@blinn.edu or ptk@blinn.edu
Phone:979-830-4638
Office: Administration Building, Office 215
Phi Theta Kappa-Bryan
Jonnathon Hicks
Email: Jonnathon.hicks@blinn.edu or ptk.bryan@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-8212
Office: A Building 261
Rachel Valentine
Email: rachel.valentine@blinn.edu or ptk.bryan@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-7548
Office: Bryan Library
Michelle Myers
Email:Michelle.myers@blinn.edu or ptk.bryan@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-8997
Office: A Building 208
Sigma Kappa Delta-Brenham
Brandi Rebeske
Email: brandi.rebeske@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-830-4527
Office: Arts & Science 204
Sigma Kappa Delta-Bryan
Dustin Levien
Email: dustin.levien@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-7639
Office: A 210
Kat McMullen
Email: kat.mcmullen@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-8060
Office: A 212
Military Veterans
Dr. Larry Van Meter
Email: larry.vanmeter@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-7504
Office: A-208
Service Learning-All Campuses
Michelle McGehee
Email: michelle.mcgehee@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-7378
Office: H153; Bryan Campus
Lisa Leopold
Email: lisa.leopold@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-8091
Office: H154; Bryan Campus
Student Government Association-Brenham
Peter Rivera
Email: peter.rivera@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-830-4189
Office: Student Center, Room 111
Student Government Association-Bryan
Ryan Miller
Email: ryan.miller@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-7585
Office: Student Center, Room 104
Lions Club - Brenham
Sheri Rich
Email: sheri.rich@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-830-4181
Office: Student Center
First Generation College Graduate
Jessica Brisco - Brenham
Email: jessica.brisco@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-830-4643
Office: Brenham Administration Building, Office 221
Shonda Whetstone - Bryan and RELLIS
Email: shonda.whetstone@blinn.edu
Phone: 979-209-7333
Office: A141
Brenham High School
525 AH Ehrig Drive
Brenham, TX 77833
Students must be at Brenham High School by 5:30 p.m.