Madison College Commencement

media release: Madison College will honor approximately 2,444 graduates during its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 15, at the Alliant Energy Center Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

The ceremony will feature student commencement speaker Camila Alcantara Perez, an Early College STEM Academy student and Verona Area High School student who will celebrate earning her associate degree just weeks before graduating from high school.

Graduates will earn associate degrees, technical diplomas, certificates and complete apprenticeships across a wide range of career and transfer programs.

The largest number of graduates this spring will be completing programs tied to regional workforce demand, including nursing and emergency medical technician (EMT) training. The University Transfer program represents the second-largest group of graduates.

The Class of 2026 reflects a wide range of student experiences, from teenagers earning early college credit to adult learners over age 62.

Family, friends and community members are invited to attend the ceremony in person or watch via livestream. No ticket is required. Seating is general admission. Doors open at 4 p.m., ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m.

A link to a livestream will be posted at https://madisoncollege.edu/student-experience/event-calendar/graduation.

About Madison College

Madison College is a community college based in Madison, with branch campuses in Fort Atkinson, Portage, Reedsburg, and Watertown. The college offers more than 190 programs, including associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates, designed to meet the needs of students and regional employers. Learn more about Madison College.