UCC Announces 61st Annual Graduation Ceremony - 06/10/26

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ROSEBURG, Ore., June 2026 — Umpqua Community College will celebrate the Class of 2026 on Friday, June 12, at 6:00 p.m. at the UCC Swanson Amphitheater.

This year, 1,798 students will earn degrees, certificates, pathway certificates, apprenticeship certifications, and industry-recognized credentials—representing a remarkable 26% increase over 2025, highlighting UCC's continued commitment to expanding educational opportunities and strengthening the region's workforce.

The Class of 2026 includes graduates prepared to enter a wide range of high-demand careers. UCC will graduate 126 allied health professionals, including 54 registered nurses, along with 19 welders, 68 students earning certificates in computer science-related fields, and 159 graduates in business and retail management programs. In addition, UCC trained 53 commercial truck drivers, 27 pharmacy technicians, and 188 wildland firefighters, helping meet critical workforce needs throughout Douglas County and Oregon.

The college will also recognize students earning industry-recognized credentials through Career Academy and NC3 programs, apprenticeship certifications, and career and technical education certificates that provide direct pathways to employment and career advancement.

The commencement speaker for the ceremony will be Aden Bliss.

The ceremony will take place rain or shine and is open to the public.

Date: Friday, June 12, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Location: Umpqua Community College, Swanson Amphitheater, 1140 Umpqua College Rd., Roseburg, Oregon

Graduation Highlights (as of June 2026):

• Total graduates: 1,798 (26% increase from 2025)
• Students participating in commencement: 260
• First-generation graduates: 373
• Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer: 178
• Associate of Applied Science: 157
• Associate of Science: 26
• Associate of Science Transfer: 8
• Associate of General Studies: 56
• Apprenticeship Certifications: 20
• Career & Technical Education 1-Year Certificates: 49
• Certificates: 160
• Pathway Certificates: 488
• Industry-Recognized Credentials (Career Academy/NC3): 53

Selected Workforce Program Completers:

• Allied Health: 126
• Registered Nursing (AAS): 54
• Welding: 19
• Handgun Safety: 23
• Computer Science Certificates: 68
• Business: 34
• Retail Management: 125
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL): 53
• Pharmacy Technician: 27
• Wildland Firefighter: 188

Commencement Speaker: Aden Bliss