College of Marin

Congratulations to Trustee Wanden P. Treanor on receiving the Golden Bell Award, one of California’s highest honors in education.

This recognition reflects her longstanding commitment to students, public education, and our community. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and grateful for her continued leadership and service.

99th Annual College of Marin
Commencement and Transfer Recognition
We cordially invite you, your family, and your friends to attend the College of Marin’s 99th Commencement and Transfer Recognition Ceremony. You’ve worked hard to achieve your goals—let’s celebrate! Deadline to register is May 15, 2026

Friday, May 22, 2026
6 PM — 8 PM / PDT

College of Marin Pieper Field (in person)
700 College Ave
Kentfield, CA 94904

Kentfield Campus Map | Pieper Field Map

Student Participation Registration
Graduating/Transfer students who wish to participate in the ceremony, please register. Guest tickets are available for students through this link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/99th-annual-college-of-marin-commencement-and-transfer-recognition-tickets-1985298738971

Faculty Participation Registration
Faculty who wish to participate in the ceremony, please register.

As we wrap up the Spring semester, we’re looking back on an unforgettable Founders Day + Spring Fling at College of Marin.

From food trucks and games to live entertainment, the day was all about bringing the COM community together and celebrating 100 years of campus life, connection, and memories.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a fun day on campus!

Already know how you are going to vote? Why wait? Mail your voted ballot
back and track it at WheresMyBallot.com using BallotTrax, a free program
from the California Secretary of State’s office.

Alt text: Graphic showing a person holding a ballot with the message: “Ballots are in
the mail. Go to WheresMyBallot.com to sign up for Ballottrax and track your
ballot every step of the way.” Includes MarinVotes.org, toll-free number 833-
644-2061, and the Marin County Elections Department logo.

More information here: https://california.ballottrax.net/voter/

In California, all candidates from all Parties appear on your ballot. You vote
for one. The two that get the most votes move on to the General Election
next November.

Alt text: Graphic showing a ballot being marked with the message: “What’s a top-two
primary election? The two people who get the most votes go on to the
November election, even if they are from the same party.” Includes
MarinVotes.org, toll-free number 833-644-2061, and the Marin County
Elections Department logo.

More information here: https://www.marincounty.gov/departments/elections

We are excited to co-host North Bay NEXT on May 6 at the Jonas Center.

This annual conference brings together founders, operators, investors, and community leaders from Marin and Sonoma counties to support entrepreneurship and early-stage innovation.

Use promo code COMNEXT to receive $50 off your ticket.

Link to purchase ticket: https://www.msivfund.com/store/p/north-bay-next-2026

Reserve a FREE spot to watch Men On Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus this May!

Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. MEN ON BOATS is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River.

Evening Performances:
May 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16, 2026 at 7:30 pm

Matinee Performances:
May 3, 10, and 17, 2026 at 2:00 pm

Location:
Studio Theatre, Performing Arts Building

Reserve a ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/men-on-boats-by-jaclyn-backhaus-directed-by-erin-mcbride-africa-tickets-1985538157077

Alt text: Event poster for the play 'Men on Boats' at College of Marin. The artwork depicts a scenic 1869 Colorado River expedition through a vast canyon. Performance dates and location details for May 2026 are listed at the bottom.

Denim Day is the longest-running sexual violence prevention campaign in the world. It exists to replace victim-blaming with support and education. By wearing denim on the last Wednesday of April, people across the globe unite to show survivors they are seen and heard.

It’s time to end the excuses. Stand with survivors. Break the silence.



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Graphic 1: A bold red graphic featuring the large white text "USE YOUR VOICE" above a vintage-style illustration of a red megaphone. The Denim Day and Peace Over Violence logos are at the bottom with the website denimday.org.

Graphic 2: A black square graphic with bold red text reading "CLOTHES" and "CONSENT," separated by a large white "not equal to" sign. The Denim Day and Peace Over Violence logos are centered at the bottom.

Graphic 3: A red-tinted photograph of people walking in denim jeans and jackets. Large red text overlaying the image reads "BE AN ALLY," with the Denim Day logo at the bottom center.

We’re proud to highlight Heather De Leon Alvarez and her recent art showcase, You Can Start Anywhere: Building Your Power. Her work centers on collective strength, storytelling, and social impact, reminding us that every voice has power.

As a first-generation Latina student, Heather uses creativity to share stories, inspire reflection, and spark change.