Lavender Graduation is a special ceremony for LGBTQAI+ and Ally undergraduate and graduate students to acknowledge their achievements, contributions, and unique experiences at William Paterson University. The second annual Live-Stream Lavender Graduation Ceremony will be on April 15, 2021 from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.. William Paterson University of New Jersey acknowledges the collective contributions of all students, faculty and staff towards a safer and affirming campus for members of our LGBTQIA+ community. In our efforts to extend our values in creating a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQIA+ students, William Paterson University acknowledges the privacy of Lavender graduates that have self-identified. All graduates who would like to receive a complimentary Lavender Graduation cord to wear with graduation regalia, please complete the following form https://bit.ly/2VVa54C. Lavender Graduation cords and certificate will be mailed on April 1, 2021. For more information please contact diversity-inclusion@wpunj.edu. Lavender Graduation Planning Committee: Yolany Gonell, Director of Student Diversity & Inclusion Dr. Librada Sanchez, Director of The Women's Center Dr. TJ Gundling, Professor of Anthropology Steven Marks, Resident Director Nuu Grenier, Women's Center Graduate Assistant Carl Contino, Pride Alliance, President Alexia Mairagas, Pride Alliance, Vice President
