
2026 Commencement (Graduation) Ceremony
Caps and gowns commencement ceremony honoring AB-Tech spring graduates with processional, conferral of degrees, keynote address, and celebratory applause in a large indoor performing arts auditorium; family friendly, formal academic tradition.
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