BLACK GRADUATION

Kentucky universities cancel LGBTQ, black grad ceremonies to comply with anti-DEI law

The University of Kentucky and University of Louisville canceled identity-based graduation ceremonies in response t…

By Emily Sturge
May 2, 2025

UC Davis to hold 'inclusive' 'Black Graduation' for members of 'African diaspora'

A public university in California will soon hold a graduation ceremony for those who identify as a part of the 'Afr…

By Savva Archakov '26
May 1, 2025

Franklin and Marshall College holds identity-based graduations

As the end of the academic year approaches, Franklin and Marshall College (F&M) is hosting a series of graduation e…

By Tyler Seeman '26
Apr 25, 2025

'Our Forever President': Claudine Gay honored with DEI award at Harvard's separate graduation for Black students

On May 21, disgraced former Harvard University president Claudine Gay received an award for her commitment to 'soci…

By Patrick McDonald '26
May 23, 2024

Hawaii university to celebrate 'Black Royalty' at 'Black Graduation'

The University of Hawai’i at Mānoa will host its eighth annual 'Black Graduation' primarily for 'Black American/Af…

By Emma Arns '26
May 10, 2024

University of Maryland schools offering graduation ceremonies segregated by race, sexuality

At least three schools in the University System of Maryland are offering identity-based 'Lavender' graduations.

By Brendan McDonald '25
May 2, 2024