2026 Commencement
Counting Down to Commencement 2026
Hey FRCC graduates! Commencement will be here before you know it.
We cordially invite the family and friends of our all of our graduates to help us celebrate the many achievements of the Class of 2025-2026!
On this page you'll find everything you need for the big day. As we lead up to commencement we'll be adding details about the ceremonies, Countdown-to-Commencement campus events, resources and more.
A Celebration So Big, We're Having Two Ceremonies
Save the date for one of our commencement ceremonies below. Here you'll find details
about the events, the venues and links to the livestreams for each event.
Denver Coliseum
4600 N. Humboldt Street
Denver CO 80216
Saturday, May 9, 2026
10 am
Announcing Our Commencement Speakers for the Class of 2026
Roots Here. Reach Anywhere: Two FRCC alumni return to inspire the next generation.
Dr. Abel Chávez
10th President, Our Lady of the Lake University
San Antonio, Texas
Dr. Chávez went from community college student to university president. His journey is a living testament to the strength of the foundation we provide every single day.
Denver Coliseum
Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Dr. David Davis
Board-Certified Dermatologist & Assistant Clinical Professor
University of Iowa & University of New Mexico
Dr. Davis established a scholarship in honor of the FRCC professor who helped shape his path, a tribute that tells you everything you need to know about how far our students go.
Blue Arena, Loveland
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
"Welcoming Dr. Chávez and Dr. Davis as our commencement speakers says everything about what FRCC sprouts in people.
They didn’t just build remarkable careers—they came back to where it all started. Their journeys are proof of what becomes possible
when you work hard and lean on people who believe in you. Your roots here can take you anywhere."
Colleen Simpson, EdD
President, Front Range Community College