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RPCC Grad Fest Dates
Reserve Campus
181 Regala Park Rd., Reserve, LA 70084
April 14, 2026
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Gonzales Campus
925 W. Edenborne Pkwy., Gonzales, LA 70737
April 15, 2026
2:00PM - 6:30PM
Purpose of Grad Fest
It is strongly recommended that all graduating students attend Grad Fest in preparation for commencement. Grad Fest is an opportunity for students to confirm their graduation status, clear any balance, take photos, order cap and gown, and more. For questions about Grad Fest only, please email [email protected].
***The Transfer Fair will be held at the Gonzales campus only!
Process
- When you arrive, sign in and grab a passport. Make sure to fill out your passport throughout Grad Fest in order to retrieve your alumni gift, sponsored by Student Government Association.
- Visit transfer colleges and universities. (Gonzales Campus Only)
- Stop at each departmental table.
- Proceed to the library for professional graduation pictures.
- Complete exit survey.
- Turn your passport in to receive your alumni gift.
At Grad Fest you can:
Confirm your graduation details
Review and update your diploma name, mailing address, email, and phone number to ensure everything is correct before graduation.
Take care of any outstanding balances
Settle any remaining account balances so there are no delays with graduation or diploma processing.
Take professional graduation photos
Arrive camera-ready for professional headshots. You’ll also be able to review photo packages and learn how to place your order.
Purchase your graduation regalia
Buy your cap, gown, tassel, and graduation announcements all in one place.
Explore transfer opportunities
Meet with representatives from four-year universities who will be on site to share information about transfer pathways, degree options, admissions requirements, and next steps for continuing your education after RPCC.
(Gonzales Campus Only)
Pick up honor society cords
Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Kappa Delta members can pick up their honor cords during the event.
Pick up academic honor cords (eligible students)
Honor cords will be available for Summer 2025 and Fall 2025 completers only.
Spring 2026 completers will receive honor cords after final grades are processed and should not expect pickup at Grad Fest.
Take the next step
Accomplish your educational and professional goals. Take the next step and apply to join the River Parishes Community College family.
Campus Locations
Gonzales Campus
925 W. Edenborne Parkway
Gonzales, LA. 70737
Reserve Campus
181 Regala Park Road
Reserve, LA. 70084
St. Charles Campus
13145 HWY 90
Boutte, LA. 70039
Westside Campus
25250 Tenant Road
Plaquemine, LA. 70764
Donaldsonville High School
Westbank Workforce Training Center
100 Tiger Drive
Donaldsonville, LA. 70346
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