Cultural and Affinity Commencement Celebrations

The Alumni Association partners with student and alumni groups and the Center for Inclusion and Social Change (CISC) to host graduation celebrations and ceremonies recognizing students' accomplishments in the CU Boulder community.

Ceremonies are open to all CU Boulder students and their friends and families. Please note that graduating students and community members wishing to attend an event must register in advance.ÌýGraduates may register guests when they register for ceremonies.

Scroll below for information on individual celebrations.


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.Ìý

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

Email for more info

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

Golden Buffalo Marching Band

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

Email for more info

Please write "Graduation Reception" in the subject line.

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)

Registration Closed

Please email cnais@colorado.edu for more information.

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