Cultural Graduation Celebrations

In addition to the university Commencement ceremony, several Cultural Graduation Celebrations are planned. These special celebrations allow students to publicly thank those who helped them on their journey. They also honor the importance of overcoming systemic barriers within higher education and affirm the paths leading to academic success.

These celebrations are meant to complement and not replace the University's commencement ceremonies. Students and families may choose to attend these celebrations as well as their school Commencement. 

Get more information and register for your Cultural Graduation Celebration.

2024 Cultural Graduation Celebrations

Asian/Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern Graduation Celebration

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Student Center, Ballrooms B, C, D

Black Graduation Celebration

Friday, May 17, 2024
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Person Theatre 

Native American/Indigenous Graduation Celebration

Friday, May 17, 2024
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Arbor Lakes

Rainbow Graduation Celebration

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Student Center, Ballrooms B, C, D

Raza Graduation Celebration

Thursday, May 16, 2024
5 - 6:30 p.m.
Green Music Center