Tri-C Times Reflects on Accomplishments
Summer 2026 issue profiles recent graduates and Tri-C's growing community impact
Each year during its Spring Commencement, Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) administrators, faculty and staff watch graduates walk across the stage in teal caps and gowns to receive their diplomas and certificates, cheered on by their family and friends.
In this Summer 2026 issue of Tri-C Times, readers can learn about the inspiring graduates from the Spring 2026 class. They arrived at Tri-C from many different backgrounds, all with the same focus and determination to succeed.
The ceremony is also a time to reflect on Tri-C's progress and the challenges it has overcome — and to look toward the future with great anticipation.
Other stories appearing in the issue:
- A look back at the 47th Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland, presented by KeyBank, and how the festival offers a unique environment where Tri-C students can develop outside the classroom
- How the Center for Entrepreneurs at Corporate College® is turning ideas into real-world businesses that are expanding the regional economy
- A profile of Tri-C alumnus Edward Julian Sr., the first Black Ohioan to hold the title of poet laureate in the state, who uses his life’s story and gift of poetry to spread a message of hope and empowerment
- A profile of Associate Professor Matthew Phillips, who is using immersive learning techniques to help students see the humanity behind history
Tri-C Times is an award-winning publication produced by the College's Marketing and Communications department. View the latest issue and past editions.
August 26, 2026
By Anthony Moujaes, 216-987-3068 or anthony.moujaes@tri-c.edu