[Graduation Advisory] Graduation Photo Options, Requirements, and Submission Guidelines for the December 7, 2026 Commencement Exercises

Overview

As we prepare for the December 7, 2026 Commencement Exercises of Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna (MMCL), all MMDC graduates are required to complete their official graduation photographs for use in the College's graduation materials and productions.

These photographs will be used for:

• Multimedia presentations during the Commencement Exercises;
• The MMCL Blue & Silver Yearbook; and
• Official graduation records, including the Transcript of Records, and other graduation-related materials.

Recognizing that MMDC graduates are located across the Philippines and overseas, we are providing two options for completing your graduation photographs.

Please carefully review both options and select the arrangement most convenient for you.

Choose Your Graduation Photo Option:

Important: Graduates are required to complete only one of the two options.

Option 1: Digital Photo Submission

📅 Submission Deadline: Extended until November 15, 2026

This option is intended for graduates who prefer to have their photographs taken at a professional studio of their choice.

For this option, MMDC will arrange the professional editing and preparation of your official graduation photographs, including the digital application of the MMCL academic gown.

A. Required Photographs

Graduates must submit two digital photo files.

Photo 1: Signature Formal Photograph

This photograph will be used as submitted for official graduation materials.

Recommended attire:

Ladies

• Business attire, blazer, or formal dress
• Neatly groomed hair
• Simple and professional appearance

Gentlemen

• Long-sleeved collared shirt
• Necktie
• Coat or blazer encouraged
• Neatly groomed hair

Photo 2: Portrait for Digital Toga Editing

This photograph will be digitally edited using the official MMCL academic gown.

To ensure that the toga can be properly applied, please wear:

• A plain white, round-neck or simple V-neck shirt;
• No collar, jacket, or necktie; and
• No scarf or accessories covering the neckline.

Your neckline and shoulders must remain visible for accurate digital editing.

B. Photo Specifications

Please provide these specifications to your chosen photo studio.

Composition and Quality Requirements

• Head and upper torso visible
• Subject centered and looking directly at the camera, not side-view
• Face occupying approximately 70–80% of the image
• Adequate space above the head and below the shoulders
• Sharp focus and even lighting
• No watermarks, studio logos, borders, or beauty filters

Photographs must be professionally taken. Selfies and edited mobile phone photographs will not be accepted.

MMCL reserves the right to request replacement photographs that do not meet the prescribed standards.

C. How to Submit Your Digital Photographs

Step 1: Prepare and Rename Your Files

Formal Photograph:

StudentNumber_LastName_FirstName_Formal.jpg

Toga Photograph:

StudentNumber_LastName_FirstName_Toga.jpg

Step 2: Upload your photos using the Digital Photo Submission Form

Complete the December 2026 Graduation Photo Submission Form with your student number, full name, degree program, and uploaded photos

Digital Photo Submission Form: 🔗 Digital Photo Submission Form

📅 Deadline: Extended until November 15, 2026

Please check that both photographs are properly named, uploaded, and accessible before submitting your form.

Option 2: On-site Studio Photography

📅 Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Venue: 

SUNFLORES Photography Services, 353 R.S Cristobal Street, Sampaloc, Manila

Contact: Banie Gregorio 09994299556

Graduates who prefer to have their official photographs taken at the MMCL-designated photo studio may attend the scheduled on-site photography session.

The official MMCL academic toga will be available at the studio, allowing graduates to have their toga portraits taken without requiring digital toga editing.

A. What You Need to Prepare

Before arriving at the studio, please ensure that you:

• Have completed your preferred makeup and hairstyling;
• Are properly groomed and ready for your photo session;
• Bring your formal attire for the signature formal photograph; and
• Arrive within the scheduled studio photography period.

Please note that graduates are expected to arrive photo-ready. The scheduled session is intended for photography, so graduates should make their own makeup and grooming arrangements beforehand.

B. Photographs to Be Taken

The studio session will cover the required graduation photographs:

• Signature Formal Photograph
  • A formal portrait using your prepared formal attire.
• Official Toga Photograph
  • A graduation portrait wearing the official MMCL academic gown available at the studio.

C. Confirm Your Studio Attendance

To help us coordinate the number of graduates attending and ensure appropriate studio preparations, all graduates choosing this option must confirm their attendance in advance.

Studio Attendance Confirmation Form:  🔗 Studio Attendance Confirmation Form

📅  Confirmation Deadline: November 5, 2026

Please submit the form only if you intend to attend the November 15 studio photography session.

Graduates who select this option do not need to submit digital photographs through the Option 1 submission process.

If you're unable to attend the November 15 photo session, please submit a Digital Photo no later than November 15.

D. Important Reminders

• The studio photography session is scheduled for November 15 only.
• Graduates must arrive within the designated 10:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule.
• Bring the required formal attire.
• Makeup and hairstyling should be completed before arrival.
• The official academic toga will be available for the toga portrait.
• Additional studio-specific instructions, if any, will be communicated to confirmed attendees.

Important Dates and Reminders

Graduates should complete their chosen photo option within the prescribed schedule.

Delays or failure to comply with the photo requirements may affect the preparation of commencement multimedia presentations, yearbook materials, and official graduation photographs.

Why Is Graduation Photography Included in the Graduation Fee?

The graduation photography component covers more than the original photo session.

It includes the professional preparation and production of official graduation photographs and materials, including:

• Official academic toga photograph preparation;
• Commencement multimedia presentation materials;
• Inclusion in the MMCL Blue & Silver Yearbook;
• One (1) 5R signature photograph in academic toga; and
• Four (4) 2R/wallet-size prints of the formal photograph.

For graduates choosing digital submission, the official MMCL academic gown will be digitally applied to the submitted toga portrait.

For graduates attending the designated studio, the official academic gown will be available for the photography session.

Both options are intended to produce the official graduation photographs required for the December 7 Commencement Exercises.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to complete both photo options?

No. You only need to complete one option: either submit digital photographs no later than November 15 or attend the designated photo studio session on November 15.

Can I have my photographs taken at a studio near my home?

Yes. Choose Option 1 and have your photographs professionally taken at your preferred studio. Follow the required photo specifications and submit the files through the designated form.

Do I need to bring my own toga to the designated studio?

No. The official MMCL academic toga will be available at the studio for your toga photograph.

Will makeup and hairstyling be provided at the studio?

Graduates should arrive with their preferred makeup and hairstyling already completed.

Can I submit a selfie or mobile phone photograph for Option 1?

No. Submitted photographs must be professionally taken and comply with the required specifications.

What if I cannot attend the November 15 studio session?

Please choose Option 1 and submit a digital photo instead.

Can I change my selected photo option?

Please coordinate with the MMDC Records Team before the applicable deadline if you need to change your arrangement. Please note that there will only be one schedule for the photo session, on November 15, 2026. Attendance confirmation must be received on November 5, 2026.

Need Assistance?

For questions regarding graduation photo requirements, submission procedures, or studio photography arrangements, please contact the MMDC Records Team through the MMDC Learner Help Center.

We encourage all graduates to complete their graduation photography requirements on time to support the preparation of official graduation materials for the December 7 Commencement Exercises.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you!