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 graduating 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.
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Registration opens March 2025 |
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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 can wear graduation stoles, cords, sashes and tassles 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

In partnership with the Asian Unity student organization

2024 Ceremony ProgramÌý

Black Graduation

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

In partnership with Forever Buffs Black Alumni and the Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS)

2024 Ceremony ProgramÌý

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.Ìý

Golden Buffalo Marching Band

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

In partnership with Forever Buffs Silver BuffsÌý

Latinx Graduation

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

In partnership with Forever Buffs Latinx

2024 Ceremony ProgramÌý

Lavender Graduation

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

In partnership with the Pride Office andÌýthe LGBTQ Studies Program

2024 Ceremony ProgramÌý

Native Graduation

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

In partnership with the Center for Native American and Indigenous Studies (CNAIS) and Forever Buffs American Indian

2024 Ceremony ProgramÌý

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