Thousands of Lone Star College System students set to cross the stage May 9-16
HOUSTON (May 4, 2026) – A Lone Star College System education can open doors to in-demand employment, career advancement and transfer opportunities to four-year universities. Thousands of students will cross the stage and step into their future at 11 commencement ceremonies May 9-16, ready to “Do the Thing.”
“Commencement represents the realization of dreams, the reward of perseverance, and the promise of new beginnings for our students,” said Rigoberto (Rigo) Rincones Gómez, Ph.D., LSCS Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs. “We are honored to celebrate with our graduates, their families, and the dedicated employees who walked beside them on this journey.”
LSCS will award degrees and certifications to students who completed their requirements in fall 2025, as well as candidates who will complete their programs in spring and summer 2026. These graduates represent various programs, including baccalaureate, associate, workforce and certificates, as well as GED completers and Early College High School students.
The LSCS 2026 Commencement Ceremonies:
LSC Spanish Commencement
M.O. Campbell Center
Saturday, May 9, at 10 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Mario K. Castillo, J.D., LSCS Chancellor
Commencement Address: Emmanuel Guerrero, City of Pasadena Councilmember for District C
LSCS Baccalaureate Program
M.O. Campbell Center
Thursday, May 14, at 7 p.m.
Commencement Address: Lizeth Hernandez, Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Communications Section Supervisor
LSC-CyFair (two ceremonies)
Berry Center
Thursday, May 14, at 6 p.m., LSCS students with A-L last names:
- Commencement Address: Martha Araujo-Barrera, H E B Public Affairs Manager
- Graduate Speaker: Elizabeth Jeronimo, Class of 2026
Saturday, May 16, at 9 a.m., LSCS students with M-Z last names:
- Commencement Address: Nick Cusato, LSC-CyFair Alumnus
- Graduate Speaker: Aneka Jones, Class of 2026
LSC-Houston North
M.O. Campbell Center
Wednesday, May 13, at 7 p.m.
Legislative Address: Charlene Ward Johnson, Texas State Representative for District 139
Commencement Address: Anthony Antoine, FOX 26 News Anchor
Graduate Speaker: Simarjot Singh, Class of 2026
LSC-Kingwood
M.O. Campbell Center
Saturday, May 16, at 10 a.m.
Graduate Speaker: Ruben Zarco, Class of 2026
LSC-Montgomery
Woodlands Church
Friday, May 15, at 6 p.m.
Commencement Address: David Kennedy, Government Professor and Stephen Murphy, Assistant Government Professor
Graduate Speaker: Eminelys Sanchez-Viera, Class of 2026
LSC-North Harris
M.O. Campbell Center
Friday, May 15, at 7 p.m.
Commencement Address: Christian Menefee, United States Representative for Texas District 18
Graduate Speaker: Angela Bermudez, Class of 2026
LSC-Online
LSC-University Park Visual and Performing Arts Center
Friday, May 15, at 3 p.m.
Commencement Address: Carlos R. Morales, Ph.D., LSC-Online President
Alumni Speaker: Bryce Davis, Class of 2025
LSC-Tomball
Tomball Stadium and Event Center
Friday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m.
Graduate Speaker: Daniel Witt, Class of 2026
LSC-University Park
Berry Center
Friday, May 15, at 9 a.m.
Graduate Speaker: Rozhna Al Zangana, Class of 2026
“My Lone Star College System experience has influenced me every day, shaping the person I am becoming and the future I am creating,” said Denise Thomas, LSC-Kingwood class of 2026. “This journey has taught me the power of resilience, perseverance, and the impact of mentorship. Thanks to Lone Star College, I approach life with confidence, gratitude and determination.”
