Lavender Graduation
11th Annual Lavender Graduation, Class of 2023
Friday, April 21, 5:00 - 7:00PM
Stern Hall Great Room
Register for our 2023 Lavender Graduation here!
What is a Lavender Graduation?
An inspiring and affirming ceremony that celebrates the achievements of graduating students in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, and ally (LGBTQ+) community from Dickinson College. We also take the time to recognize members of the LGBTQ+ community with our OUTstanding Service Award for students and faculty, administrators, and staff and allies with our Ally Recognition Awards.
Who participates in our Lavender Graduation?
Recognizing the challenging road to graduation that many students in the LGBTQ+community and their allies face, the ceremony gives graduating students, family, friends, faculty, administrators, peers, allies, and significant supporters the opportunity to holistically embrace each student at the conclusion of their undergraduate journey.
Protected participation
We understand that some seniors may not wish to have their information published on our website - for these students we will still be able to mail your a rainbow stole, and certificate.
Nominate for our Annual Awards Here!
OUTstanding Service Award
These individuals have shown:
- Proven and documented leadership and service on campus to the LGBTQQIA community at Dickinson
- Dedication to working towards improving campus or community policies affecting LGBTIQQIA-identified persons;
- Solidarity and coalition building within the LGBTQQIA community
Ally Recognition Award
These individual’s personal commitment to fighting oppression and prejudice should reflect a willingness to:
- educate oneself about different identities and experiences
- challenge one’s own discomfort and prejudices
- learn and practice the skills of being an ally
- take action to create interpersonal, societal and institutional change