Programs & Services

Lavender Graduation

At the end of each academic year we host a farewell reception to honor GLBTQIA graduates and GLBTQIA scholarship recipients. Graduating students, including undergraduates, graduates, and professional students, are invited to take part in Lavender Graduation, which occurs each year in conjunction with university-wide commencement events. The event is also our opportunity to welcome new alumni. CU alumni and friends, family, and allies are welcome to attend.

Lavender Graduation, which is co-sponsored by the Alumni Association and the GLBTQ Resource Center, includes a reception and a keynote speech. In addition, all graduates participating in the ceremony receive a certificate, rainbow tassel, and gifts from the Alumni Association.

Any GLBTQI or ally graduating student (undergrad, graduate, or professional) who is graduating in the calendar year of the ceremony (Spring, Summer, or Fall) is welcome and encouraged to participate.

2011 Graduates at Lavender Graduation

Participating in Lavender Graduation

Date: Tuesday, May 7
Time: 5-7 pm, including reception
Location: Center for Community Abrams Lounge
Keynote: Nicole Garcia

Visit Lav Grad Sign-Up to register for this event.

The deadline for Graduate Registration is Monday, April 30 by Noon.

Keynote Speaker - Nicole Garcia

Nicole Garcia is an out and proud transgender Latina. Nicole transitioned while employed as a law enforcement officer in Colorado. Nicole received her B.A.in Political Science from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1982. Nicole is a co-chair of the board of directors of ReconcilingWorks: Lutherans for Full Participation; on the board of TransFaith; on the board of the One Colorado Education Fund; and president of the The Schiff Dance Collective. Nicole is on track to earn an M.A. in counseling from the University of Colorado Denver in December 2013. Nicole has been granted Entrance to the candidacy process toward ordained ministry by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Nicole has been accepted to Luther Seminary (St. Paul MN) and anticipates beginning the journey toward an M. Div. in August 2013.

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