Student Information
Your big day is almost here. Access all the information you need in preparation for this year’s event.
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Commencement
Honoring and celebrating the academic accomplishments of the 30th graduating class of Cal State Monterey Bay.
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The Commencement ceremonies at Cal State Monterey Bay are a time of celebration that bring together the entire campus community, families and friends of graduating seniors.
Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10 a.m.
Whether you’re a graduating senior, faculty, staff, family member or friend, we welcome you to this special day on our campus.
If you have a question about Commencement aske Monte the Grad! Just text “Hi” to 1-866-761-0581.
Event Information and Resource
Guest Information
We look forward to hosting you and are here to answer any questions you may have about Commencement.
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Venue
Commencement is held at the Salinas Sports Complex, located at 1034 N. Main Street, Salinas, California.
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Explore Commencement
- Guest Information
- Student Information
- Venue Information
- Additional Events
- College of Science Graduates
- 2020 Student Award Winners
- College of Education Graduates
- Commencement 2020
- Student Awards
- Commencement Ceremonies by Major
- GradFest
- College of Business Graduates
- Faculty & Staff Parade Information
- Commencement Parking Permit FAQs
- Stole Ceremonies
- College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Graduates
- College of Health Sciences and Human Services
- Academic Honors
- Participants
- ADA Information
- Honorary Degrees
- Commencement Ceremony 2023
- Commencement 2024
- Commencement Ceremony 2025
Commencement Staff
Phyllis Grillo
Director of University Affairs, Ceremonies and Events
Gryphon Jung
Event Specialist
Yesenia Gonzalez Mejia
Events Specialist
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Questions? We’re Here to Help.
Our offices are located in Building 29 at CSUMB, 100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA 93955.
Directions to Commencement
Get directions to this year’s Commencement ceremonies.