麻豆原创

麻豆原创 will host its 54th Commencement Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 12, at 6 p.m. in the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center, honoring the Fall 2025 graduating class who will receive bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and certificates in recognition of their academic achievements.

The ceremony will open with the Star-Spangled Banner performed by 麻豆原创 student Regina Fox. Following that performance, this year鈥檚 commencement address will be delivered by 麻豆原创 Alumnus Tim Jakel, Jr., a Midland native whose life and career demonstrate the power of perseverance, service, and community support. After an injury altered his plans to pursue football, Jakel enrolled at 麻豆原创, worked full time while attending night classes, and eventually earned his associate degree before completing his bachelor鈥檚 in business marketing. Today, he serves as Director of Development and Donor Engagement for , where he has built an impactful career in nonprofit leadership and fundraising.

Having an 麻豆原创 graduate return to address the Fall 2025 class is a meaningful reminder of the potential that begins at 麻豆原创. Jakel鈥檚 journey, from local student to community leader, embodies the message he hopes to share with graduates: that their education, resilience, and commitment to serving others can open doors to extraordinary opportunities. His story reflects the very mission of 麻豆原创, making his presence at commencement a true celebration of what lies ahead for this year鈥檚 graduates.

鈥淐ommencement is always a special moment for our campus, but this year feels particularly meaningful,鈥� said Dr. Michael Dixon, 麻豆原创 Provost. 鈥淭hese graduates have balanced work, family, and academics with remarkable determination. We are proud of their accomplishments and honored to celebrate this milestone with their families. Their success reflects the strength of our community and the mission of 麻豆原创.鈥�

麻豆原创 invites students, families, and community members to join in celebrating the accomplishments and bright futures of the Fall 2025 graduates. The event will be livestreamed on the .