Centennial Celebration
100 Years of Community & Excellence.
One Unforgettable Class.

May 16 marked the culmination of 100 years of educational and community excellence. The Class of 2026 crossed the stage at the same institution founded in 1926, carrying SBVC’s legacy into its next century.

In 2026, 1,584 students are graduating with degrees and certificates, an increase of more than 25% over the previous academic year.

100

Years of Community & Educational Excellence

1,584

Students Graduating with Degrees and Certificates

25%+

Increase Over the Last Academic Year

1926

Year SBVC Was Founded

Student Success

Expanding Access.
Removing Barriers.
Celebrating Every Wolverine.

The percentage of first-generation, veteran, foster, Black, Hispanic, Pacific Islander/Hawaiian Native, multiracial students, and students with disabilities also increased. This reflects SBVC's commitment to serve the top 100 percent of students in our region and eliminate barriers to access and success.

Close up of Auditorium clock
Students walking on campus
Wisdom is born of experience on the SBVC Auditorium
North Hall at Night
SBVC Watertower with Valley V logo

Keynote Speaker

California State Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes, Class of '76

SBVC welcomed California State Senator and Distinguished Alumna Eloise Gómez Reyes as the 2026 Commencement keynote speaker. 

Learn More About Eloise Gómez Reyes

Eloise Gomez Reyes

Official Program

2026 Commencement Program.

Explore the official ceremony program featuring the order of events, speaker information, graduate recognition, and Centennial celebration highlights.

View Program

Program Cover
Celebrate The Moment

Commencement Highlights & Memories.

A graduate holding a diploma cover stands with her back to the stadium while raising it high in the air above her head.

Replay the 2026 Commencement Livestream

Experience the celebration with ceremony highlights, graduate stories, and unforgettable moments from Commencement 2026.

For more information on Commencement, contact the Office of Student Life at

909-384-4474 or StudentLife@valleycollege.edu