2013 Cultural Graduation Ceremonies
Members of the University community and general public are invited to take part in or support the graduates by attending any or all of the following celebrations.
The Rainbow Graduation Celebration is a time for the queer, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, intersex, questioning, same-gender-loving people and their friends, family, and allies to come together to celebrate the accomplishments of the last year and to recognize those moving on to the next chapter in their lives. The graduation celebration takes place on Thursday, May 9, 6-8 p.m. in the Student Union Multipurpose Room. Questions may be directed to Nick Moore-Hunley or Kim Liaz
nicksparkss@gmail.com, liaz@seawolf.sonoma.edu
The Asian Pacific Islander Graduation Celebration complements the main Commencement in that it specifically acknowledges and celebrates Pacific Islander/Asian American graduates and their families. The celebration takes place on Firday, May 10 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. in the Cooperage. Questions may be directed to Jenn Dela Cruz, Victoria Vue or Kim Liaz
delacruj@seawolf.sonoma.edu, vuev@seawolf.sonoma.edu, liaz@seawolf.sonoma.edu
The 21st Annual Black Graduation Celebration is an opportunity for the University to acknowledge the achievements of African-American students, and for the students to thank their families, friends, faculty and mentors. The celebration takes place on Friday, May 10, 5-6:30 p.m. in the Cooperage. Questions may be directed to Kamryn Rayson or Kim Liaz
raysonk@seawolf.sonoma.edu, liaz@seawolf.sonoma.edu
The 30th Annual Raza Graduation Celebration is for students of Native American, Latino or Chicano heritage, many of whom are first-generation college grads. This special celebration allows them to personally thank those who have gone out of their way to help them achieve their goal of a college degree. The celebration takes place on Friday, May 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (program) in Evert B. Person Theatre and 8:30-11:30 p.m. (reception) in the SSU Field House. Questions may be directed to Kelly Hodgins or Kim Liaz
koolaidkelly@msn.com, liaz@seawolf.sonoma.edu