Student Diversity & Inclusion Graduation Celebration

The SD&I Graduation Celebration honors graduating students from diverse backgrounds. This includes students from racial, ethnic, cultural, and LGBTQ identities. Graduating students are recognized by their achievements and receive identity-based graduation cords. Complete the form below to be recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

The celebration will start out with a welcome and move into the recognition of graduates. Graduates will walk across the "stage" and receive an identity-based graduation cord. There will be a closing followed by a light reception of appetizers and refreshments.

Yes, all of those that have supported you during your college journey are welcome to attend.

The SD&I Graduation Celebration does NOT replace the official commencement cermonies at the University.

Are you a Student Diversity & Inclusion Alum?

Conisder sending a message of hope, inspiration, congratulations or more to our Student Diveristy & Inclusion gradutes. Send a short video (one minute or less) to Dr. Stacey Borboa-Peterson, Director of Student Diversity & Inclusion with your message.

Graduation Celebration Registration Form

Graduating students, we will be mailing identity graduation cords and featuring graduates on our social media (optional) for each semester. Please complete the information below two weeks prior to graduation.

Full name of Graduate *

UND E-mail*

Primary Phone Number *

Graduating Semester *

Include semester and year (e.g. Summer 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021)

Degree(s)*

e.g. Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Education, etc.

Major (if more than one, include all)*

Minor (if more than one include all)

To which identity(ies) do you identify?

Asian/Pacific Islander
Black
Latinx
LGBTQ
Native American / Indigenous
Two or more races
Not listed

This helps us in identifying which identity cords your will receive.

If identity is not listed in above question. Please indicate identity below.

Physical Mailing Address *

City*

State*

Zipcode*

Do you want to be featured on our social media?

Yes, please e-mail jeff.gibson@UND.edu your photo
No, just the graduation cord