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Photograph of a formal gathering in a conference room with attendees standing and facing a speaker at a podium adorned with an official seal and banners. Flags flank the podium, and white folding chairs are arranged in rows, indicating a ceremonial or official event.

Honors Reception at Heritage University Tri-Cities in Kennewick, Wash., March 27, 2026


Photograph of a university graduation ceremony with faculty members in academic regalia and graduates standing on stage in front of an audience. A large blue banner with

Convocation at Heritage University in Toppenish, Wash., April 1, 2026

Heritage University proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students at two special recognition events in Toppenish and the Tri-Cities. Both events honor our Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 President’s List scholars for their exceptional academic excellence.

The Tri-Cities Honors Reception took place at the Kennewick location on March 27, where students were recognized alongside their guests. The celebration continued in Toppenish on April 1, where students were also honored for their accomplishments. Scroll down to see pictures from each event.

View pictures from the Honors Reception in the Tri-Cities below!

View pictures from Convocation in Toppenish below!

Photograph of a reception area featuring a curved wooden desk with a black countertop and a bouquet of white flowers on the right side. Behind the desk, a bright yellow and blue sign displays "Heritage University" with a logo, set against a teal wall with a door and dark walls in the background.
Photograph of a reception area featuring a curved wooden desk with a black countertop and a bouquet of white flowers on the right side. Behind the desk, a bright yellow and blue sign displays "Heritage University" with a logo, set against a teal wall with a door and dark walls in the background.
Seal of Heritage University displayed on a floor, featuring a circular design with blue and gold colors. The seal includes an open book, mountains, and rays, with text "Knowledge Brings Us Together," founding year "1982," and three stars at the bottom.
Seal of Heritage University displayed on a floor, featuring a circular design with blue and gold colors. The seal includes an open book, mountains, and rays, with text "Knowledge Brings Us Together," founding year "1982," and three stars at the bottom.
Photograph of two men in business attire standing on a circular Heritage University emblem on a polished floor inside a building lobby. Background includes a Heritage University sign and office furniture, indicating a formal or professional setting at the university.
Photograph of two men in business attire standing on a circular Heritage University emblem on a polished floor inside a building lobby. Background includes a Heritage University sign and office furniture, indicating a formal or professional setting at the university.
Photograph of three professionally dressed individuals standing on a Heritage University emblem inside a building lobby. A blue sign with white text reading "Heritage University Tri-Cities" is visible in the background, indicating an academic or formal event setting.
Photograph of three professionally dressed individuals standing on a Heritage University emblem inside a building lobby. A blue sign with white text reading "Heritage University Tri-Cities" is visible in the background, indicating an academic or formal event setting.
Photograph of a small event setup at Heritage University featuring rows of white folding chairs facing a podium with a microphone, positioned in front of a blue backdrop displaying the university seal. Flags of the United States, Washington state, Illinois, and Mexico flank the backdrop, indicating a formal or multicultural gathering space.
Photograph of a small event setup at Heritage University featuring rows of white folding chairs facing a podium with a microphone, positioned in front of a blue backdrop displaying the university seal. Flags of the United States, Washington state, Illinois, and Mexico flank the backdrop, indicating a formal or multicultural gathering space.
Photograph of a person standing next to a round table covered with a blue tablecloth, featuring a single document placed on top. The person is wearing a black and white plaid jacket over a white shirt and dark pants, positioned against a plain beige background.
Photograph of a person standing next to a round table covered with a blue tablecloth, featuring a single document placed on top. The person is wearing a black and white plaid jacket over a white shirt and dark pants, positioned against a plain beige background.
Photograph showing a university lobby with people gathered around food tables and socializing. The floor features a large university emblem in blue and gold, indicating a campus event or reception.
Photograph showing a university lobby with people gathered around food tables and socializing. The floor features a large university emblem in blue and gold, indicating a campus event or reception.
Photograph showing a diverse group of people gathered in a spacious indoor area with a university logo on the floor. The scene captures social interaction and movement, with individuals of various ages and attire standing, walking, and conversing near seating and entrance areas.
Photograph showing a diverse group of people gathered in a spacious indoor area with a university logo on the floor. The scene captures social interaction and movement, with individuals of various ages and attire standing, walking, and conversing near seating and entrance areas.
Photograph of a large group of people gathered indoors, engaged in conversations and waiting in line near a registration or information desk. The setting features bright natural light from large windows and a polished floor, indicating a formal or organized event such as a conference or seminar.
Photograph of a large group of people gathered indoors, engaged in conversations and waiting in line near a registration or information desk. The setting features bright natural light from large windows and a polished floor, indicating a formal or organized event such as a conference or seminar.
Photograph showing a group of people gathered indoors, some standing in line while others engage in conversation. Key details include a woman in a beige cardigan holding a young girl in a pink dress, and another person holding food items, indicating a social or community event with casual interaction.
Photograph showing a group of people gathered indoors, some standing in line while others engage in conversation. Key details include a woman in a beige cardigan holding a young girl in a pink dress, and another person holding food items, indicating a social or community event with casual interaction.
Photograph of two people posing together in a crowded indoor setting, likely at a social or professional event. Background shows several other individuals standing and interacting, with warm lighting and neutral-colored walls.
Photograph of two people posing together in a crowded indoor setting, likely at a social or professional event. Background shows several other individuals standing and interacting, with warm lighting and neutral-colored walls.
Photograph of a group of people standing indoors, engaged in conversation or listening attentively. Individuals wear casual to semi-formal clothing, including a red dress with white cardigan, gray sweaters, and a black blazer, suggesting a social or professional gathering.
Photograph of a group of people standing indoors, engaged in conversation or listening attentively. Individuals wear casual to semi-formal clothing, including a red dress with white cardigan, gray sweaters, and a black blazer, suggesting a social or professional gathering.
Photograph showing a group of people engaged in conversation indoors, with one person wearing a black shirt and brown jacket featuring a logo. The setting includes a wooden pillar and a blurred background with a screen displaying colorful content.
Photograph showing a group of people engaged in conversation indoors, with one person wearing a black shirt and brown jacket featuring a logo. The setting includes a wooden pillar and a blurred background with a screen displaying colorful content.
Photograph showing a group of people indoors, with one man in a suit and tie embracing a woman in a red skirt and white top. Other individuals stand nearby, some holding papers, suggesting a formal or emotional gathering, possibly a meeting or event.
Photograph showing a group of people indoors, with one man in a suit and tie embracing a woman in a red skirt and white top. Other individuals stand nearby, some holding papers, suggesting a formal or emotional gathering, possibly a meeting or event.
Photograph of a group of people gathered in a hallway near a blue sign for Heritage University Tri-Cities, indicating classroom and office locations. The setting appears to be an event or orientation, with individuals engaged in conversation and wearing casual to business-casual attire.
Photograph of a group of people gathered in a hallway near a blue sign for Heritage University Tri-Cities, indicating classroom and office locations. The setting appears to be an event or orientation, with individuals engaged in conversation and wearing casual to business-casual attire.
Photograph of a person holding a certificate of achievement from Heritage University, standing indoors near a window and a blue table. The person wears a white Selena t-shirt, and the certificate prominently displays the name Beatriz Becerra along with signatures and the university logo.
Photograph of a person holding a certificate of achievement from Heritage University, standing indoors near a window and a blue table. The person wears a white Selena t-shirt, and the certificate prominently displays the name Beatriz Becerra along with signatures and the university logo.
Photograph of a group of people engaged in conversation at an indoor event or gathering. A woman with long dark hair wearing a black lace top is interacting with a man in a light blue shirt holding a document, while other attendees stand in the background.
Photograph of a group of people engaged in conversation at an indoor event or gathering. A woman with long dark hair wearing a black lace top is interacting with a man in a light blue shirt holding a document, while other attendees stand in the background.
Photograph of a group of people gathered indoors, likely at an event or meeting, with natural light coming through large windows in the background. A woman in the foreground wearing a light gray cardigan holds a smartphone and a piece of paper, while others stand and converse behind her.
Photograph of a group of people gathered indoors, likely at an event or meeting, with natural light coming through large windows in the background. A woman in the foreground wearing a light gray cardigan holds a smartphone and a piece of paper, while others stand and converse behind her.
Photograph of a group of seven people standing indoors near a Heritage University Tri-Cities banner, indicating an event or gathering at the university. Individuals are dressed in business casual and casual attire, suggesting a formal yet approachable setting.
Photograph of a group of seven people standing indoors near a Heritage University Tri-Cities banner, indicating an event or gathering at the university. Individuals are dressed in business casual and casual attire, suggesting a formal yet approachable setting.
Photograph of three people sitting on a brown couch, with the person in the middle holding a certificate. The setting includes a plant with green leaves and a bouquet of flowers on a table nearby, suggesting a celebratory or formal occasion.
Photograph of three people sitting on a brown couch, with the person in the middle holding a certificate. The setting includes a plant with green leaves and a bouquet of flowers on a table nearby, suggesting a celebratory or formal occasion.
Photograph of two people standing indoors near large windows with natural light, dressed in business casual attire. Background shows other individuals and a sign with partially visible text, suggesting a social or professional event.
Photograph of two people standing indoors near large windows with natural light, dressed in business casual attire. Background shows other individuals and a sign with partially visible text, suggesting a social or professional event.
Photograph of a formal indoor event with attendees seated on white folding chairs facing a panel of speakers near flags and a large blue banner. The setting suggests a community meeting or official presentation, with diverse participants attentively listening in a well-lit room.
Photograph of a formal indoor event with attendees seated on white folding chairs facing a panel of speakers near flags and a large blue banner. The setting suggests a community meeting or official presentation, with diverse participants attentively listening in a well-lit room.
Photograph of a formal event at Heritage University featuring a speaker at a podium in front of a blue banner with the university seal and flags of the United States, Washington state, and Mexico. Audience seated in white chairs faces the speaker, with several individuals seated on stage alongside the podium.
Photograph of a formal event at Heritage University featuring a speaker at a podium in front of a blue banner with the university seal and flags of the United States, Washington state, and Mexico. Audience seated in white chairs faces the speaker, with several individuals seated on stage alongside the podium.
Photograph of a speaker at a podium in front of a large blue banner displaying Heritage University’s gold emblem and motto, "Knowledge Brings Us Together," with the founding year 1982. Audience members are partially visible, indicating a formal event or presentation setting.
Photograph of a speaker at a podium in front of a large blue banner displaying Heritage University’s gold emblem and motto, "Knowledge Brings Us Together," with the founding year 1982. Audience members are partially visible, indicating a formal event or presentation setting.
Photograph of a person speaking into a microphone during an event or presentation, with a Mexican flag visible in the background. The person wears a gray textured jacket and white shirt, suggesting a formal or professional setting.
Photograph of a person speaking into a microphone during an event or presentation, with a Mexican flag visible in the background. The person wears a gray textured jacket and white shirt, suggesting a formal or professional setting.
Photograph of a woman speaking into a microphone while standing near a wooden podium, likely during a presentation or speech. Three flags with distinct designs and colors are visible in the background, suggesting a formal or official setting.
Photograph of a woman speaking into a microphone while standing near a wooden podium, likely during a presentation or speech. Three flags with distinct designs and colors are visible in the background, suggesting a formal or official setting.
Photograph of a man in a suit speaking at a podium with a microphone during an event or conference. Background includes blue curtain with emblem, and flags of Yakama Nation and Mexico, indicating an international or diplomatic context.
Photograph of a man in a suit speaking at a podium with a microphone during an event or conference. Background includes blue curtain with emblem, and flags of Yakama Nation and Mexico, indicating an international or diplomatic context.
Photograph of a group of people standing in a room, likely attending a formal event or ceremony, with some holding certificates or papers. The setting includes fluorescent ceiling lights and a carpeted floor, with individuals dressed in business casual to formal attire, suggesting a professional or celebratory context.
Photograph of a group of people standing in a room, likely attending a formal event or ceremony, with some holding certificates or papers. The setting includes fluorescent ceiling lights and a carpeted floor, with individuals dressed in business casual to formal attire, suggesting a professional or celebratory context.
Photograph of a formal event with a speaker at a podium addressing an audience, while seven seated individuals listen attentively. Flags and an emblem banner are displayed behind the speaker, indicating an official or institutional setting.
Photograph of a formal event with a speaker at a podium addressing an audience, while seven seated individuals listen attentively. Flags and an emblem banner are displayed behind the speaker, indicating an official or institutional setting.
Photograph of a diverse group of people seated in rows inside a conference or seminar room, attentively listening and clapping. The setting includes white folding chairs, neutral-colored walls, and fluorescent ceiling lights, indicating a formal or educational event.
Photograph of a diverse group of people seated in rows inside a conference or seminar room, attentively listening and clapping. The setting includes white folding chairs, neutral-colored walls, and fluorescent ceiling lights, indicating a formal or educational event.
Photograph showing a group of people seated closely together, likely attending an event or presentation. Focus is on individuals wearing casual clothing, with one person in a blue shirt and another in a black jacket, highlighting attentive posture and engagement.
Photograph showing a group of people seated closely together, likely attending an event or presentation. Focus is on individuals wearing casual clothing, with one person in a blue shirt and another in a black jacket, highlighting attentive posture and engagement.
Photograph of a group of people seated indoors, attentively facing forward, likely attending an event or meeting. Notable details include a woman with braided hair, a tattoo on her arm, and large earrings, while others wear casual and formal attire.
Photograph of a group of people seated indoors, attentively facing forward, likely attending an event or meeting. Notable details include a woman with braided hair, a tattoo on her arm, and large earrings, while others wear casual and formal attire.
Photograph of a group of people seated indoors, likely attending a formal event or meeting. Attendees are dressed in business or semi-formal attire, with rows of chairs and a neutral background indicating a conference or presentation setting.
Photograph of a group of people seated indoors, likely attending a formal event or meeting. Attendees are dressed in business or semi-formal attire, with rows of chairs and a neutral background indicating a conference or presentation setting.
Photograph of a man in a suit and patterned tie speaking at a podium with a microphone, set against a blue backdrop featuring a partial emblem. Audience members are visible in the foreground, indicating a formal event or press conference setting.
Photograph of a man in a suit and patterned tie speaking at a podium with a microphone, set against a blue backdrop featuring a partial emblem. Audience members are visible in the foreground, indicating a formal event or press conference setting.
Photograph of a speaker standing at a podium with a microphone in front of a blue backdrop featuring Heritage University’s emblem and motto "Knowledge Brings Us Together" along with the founding year 1982. Audience members are partially visible in the foreground, indicating a formal event or presentation setting.
Photograph of a speaker standing at a podium with a microphone in front of a blue backdrop featuring Heritage University’s emblem and motto "Knowledge Brings Us Together" along with the founding year 1982. Audience members are partially visible in the foreground, indicating a formal event or presentation setting.
Photograph showing three people sitting closely together, with one person holding up a smartphone to take a selfie or photo. The individuals wear casual clothing, including a striped shirt and a light blue shirt, and are positioned against a plain background.
Photograph showing three people sitting closely together, with one person holding up a smartphone to take a selfie or photo. The individuals wear casual clothing, including a striped shirt and a light blue shirt, and are positioned against a plain background.
Photograph of a speaker standing at a podium with Heritage University banners and a large emblem displayed on a blue backdrop behind. Audience members stand facing the speaker, with the university's name, founding year 1982, and logo prominently featured on both podium and backdrop.
Photograph of a speaker standing at a podium with Heritage University banners and a large emblem displayed on a blue backdrop behind. Audience members stand facing the speaker, with the university's name, founding year 1982, and logo prominently featured on both podium and backdrop.
Photograph showing a group of people in a social setting, with two individuals embracing in the center. The scene includes casual clothing, blurred faces, and others engaged with mobile devices, suggesting a moment of connection or reunion.
Photograph showing a group of people in a social setting, with two individuals embracing in the center. The scene includes casual clothing, blurred faces, and others engaged with mobile devices, suggesting a moment of connection or reunion.
Photograph showing a person holding a smartphone horizontally to capture a group photo of eight people standing in front of a blue backdrop with an official seal and flags. The group appears to be posing for a formal or celebratory event, with the smartphone screen clearly displaying the framed composition.
Photograph showing a person holding a smartphone horizontally to capture a group photo of eight people standing in front of a blue backdrop with an official seal and flags. The group appears to be posing for a formal or celebratory event, with the smartphone screen clearly displaying the framed composition.
Photograph of a group of people posing for a photo in front of a blue Heritage University banner with flags on either side. Several individuals hold certificates, while others take pictures with smartphones, indicating a celebratory or award event.
Photograph of a group of people posing for a photo in front of a blue Heritage University banner with flags on either side. Several individuals hold certificates, while others take pictures with smartphones, indicating a celebratory or award event.
Photograph of three people standing indoors holding certificates, likely at an award or recognition event. Background includes a blue banner with gold text and a Mexican flag, indicating a formal or official setting.
Photograph of three people standing indoors holding certificates, likely at an award or recognition event. Background includes a blue banner with gold text and a Mexican flag, indicating a formal or official setting.
Photograph of a group photo session at Heritage University, showing four people standing in front of a blue backdrop with the university seal, while a man in a red jacket takes their picture with a smartphone. The setting includes American and Mexican flags, white folding chairs, and individuals holding certificates, indicating a celebratory or award event.
Photograph of a group photo session at Heritage University, showing four people standing in front of a blue backdrop with the university seal, while a man in a red jacket takes their picture with a smartphone. The setting includes American and Mexican flags, white folding chairs, and individuals holding certificates, indicating a celebratory or award event.
Photograph of a person standing in front of a blue backdrop with a gold emblem and text reading "Knowledge Brings Us Together 1982," holding a certificate. The setting includes a flag on a stand to the right, suggesting a formal or official recognition event.
Photograph of a person standing in front of a blue backdrop with a gold emblem and text reading "Knowledge Brings Us Together 1982," holding a certificate. The setting includes a flag on a stand to the right, suggesting a formal or official recognition event.
Photograph of a small group posing for a photo in front of blue and white flags, including a Mexican flag, in an indoor setting. Four people stand together on the left, one holding a certificate, while a fifth person on the right takes their picture with a smartphone; several empty white folding chairs and a handbag are visible in the background.
Photograph of a small group posing for a photo in front of blue and white flags, including a Mexican flag, in an indoor setting. Four people stand together on the left, one holding a certificate, while a fifth person on the right takes their picture with a smartphone; several empty white folding chairs and a handbag are visible in the background.
Photograph of three people standing in front of a blue backdrop with Heritage University logo and flags on the right side, with one person holding a certificate. Another person is taking a photo of the group using a smartphone, capturing a moment of recognition or achievement.
Photograph of three people standing in front of a blue backdrop with Heritage University logo and flags on the right side, with one person holding a certificate. Another person is taking a photo of the group using a smartphone, capturing a moment of recognition or achievement.
Photograph of a group of five people standing together in front of a blue backdrop with a university emblem and flags of Mexico and another organization. One person in the center holds a certificate while another individual on the right takes a photo with a smartphone, indicating a formal recognition or award ceremony.
Photograph of a group of five people standing together in front of a blue backdrop with a university emblem and flags of Mexico and another organization. One person in the center holds a certificate while another individual on the right takes a photo with a smartphone, indicating a formal recognition or award ceremony.
Photograph of four people standing in front of a blue Heritage University backdrop with the university logo and founding year 1982. One person holds a certificate, indicating a recognition or graduation event, with all individuals dressed in semi-formal attire.
Photograph of four people standing in front of a blue Heritage University backdrop with the university logo and founding year 1982. One person holds a certificate, indicating a recognition or graduation event, with all individuals dressed in semi-formal attire.
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