The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Graduation is a celebration honoring the achievements of our graduating APIDA students at PCC. Our goal is to build a stronger community among our APIDA students and honor the hard work, perseverance, and dedication they have demonstrated at PCC.

This year’s academic celebration will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025 in the PCC Quad, with a reception and family-friendly celebration to follow.

Included in the celebration:

  • Graduation Ceremony (Cap and gown is optional)
  • APIDA Graduation Sash
  • Dinner Reception
  • Entertainment
  • A community of PCC faculty, staff and students celebrating your achievements!

NOTE: Participation in the APIDA Graduation is separate from the campus’s main Commencement ceremony, which will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025. We highly encourage our graduates to participate in both the APIDA Graduation and in the college's official Commencement ceremony. Follow all deadlines regarding Commencement 2025 here.

Participation Requirements

  1. Complete an Associate’s Degree (AA/AS/ADT), Certificate Program or transferring to a four-year university, OR Complete the PCC Adult High School Diploma  
  2. Submit the APIDA Graduation Interest Form by Friday, May 16, 2025

Apply Now

Contact

Questions? Contact the APIDA Graduation Committee Chair, Linda Lam llam33@pasadena.edu.

Information for Guests

APIDA Graduation Celebration

Friday, June 6, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Pasadena City College - Quad 
1570 E Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91106

Schedule

  • 5:30 PM – Graduates and Guests Check-In
  • 5:45 PM – Graduates line up in front of Sexson Auditorium
  • 6:00 PM – Graduation Ceremony Starts
  • 7:00 PM and on – Dinner and Entertainment 

Parking

  • Student Parking Lot 5 is the closest parking lot to the Quad. Parking will be FREE for this event.

Accessibility

  • American Sign Language is available if requested by Friday, May 16, 2025. Please place your request through the APIDA Graduation Interest Form.
  • Refer to the PCC Campus Map for general accessibility information.

Attire for Graduates

  • APIDA graduates are encouraged to wear their cap and gown and/or cultural attire. The deadline to order your cap and gown is May 4, 2025. Order them here.
  • If you do not order a cap and gown or have missed the deadline, please wear business casual attire.