Cultural and Affinity Commencement Celebrations

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The Alumni Association partners with student and alumni groups and the Center for Cultural Connections & Community (The Center) to host graduation celebrations recognizing students' accomplishments in the CU Boulder community.

These programs are open to all CU Boulder students and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex age, disability, creed, religion, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, political philosophy, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in accordance with state, federal, and Regent law.

Stoles, Cords and Academic DressÌý

In addition to the now-traditional caps and gowns worn at commencement, you may wear stoles, cords and sashes to represent communities, clubs and organizations you are a part of at CU Boulder.ÌýRead the complete list of commencement regalia and contact the corresponding unit to learn more.

Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Graduation

Save the Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
1—3 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center

Hosted by the Alumni Association and the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC)

Black Graduation

Save the Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
1—4 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center

Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC), and the Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS)

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First-Generation Celebration

Save the date: Monday, April 21, 2025
3—6 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center

In partnership with the Chancellor’s Office and the Office of First-Generation Programs and Enrichment

Golden Buffalo Marching Band Graduation

Save the Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025Ìý
5—7 p.m.Ìý
Koenig Alumni Center

Hosted by the Alumni Association

International Student Graduation Reception

Save the Date: Friday, May 9, 2025Ìý
1:30– 3:30 p.m.
University Club Lawn

Hosted by the International Student and Scholar Services office

Latinx Graduation

Save the Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
4—7 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center

Hosted by the Alumni Association and the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC)

Lavender Graduation

Save the Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
10 a.m.—12 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center

Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Pride Office, and the LGBTQ Studies Program

Native Graduation

Save the Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
5—8 p.m.
Koenig Alumni Center

Hosted by the Alumni Association, the Center for Inclusion & Social Change (CISC), and the Center for Native American and Indigenous Studies (CNAIS)

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