Lavender Graduation is a ceremony held at
the end of the academic year, to recognize graduating lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender students. It is a way to
acknowledge the achievements made throughout these students'
college careers. The Lavender Graduation Ceremony affirms the
personhood of LGBT students by celebrating their academic
successes, as well as honoring their personal journey and
individual growth. Through the support created by programs
such as Lavender Graduation, a ripple effect is created and these
students are enabled to provide guidance to others in the LGBT
community.
The 2008 Lavender
Graduation Ceremony will be held on April 27, 2008. If you
are interested in participating in the ceremony, please contact
Kristen Selheim at selheikq@jmu.edu before March 21,
2008.
