Lavender Graduation

The first lavender graduation began at The University of Michigan in 1995, with three graduates. By 2001, there were over 45 Lavender Graduation Ceremonies at Colleges and Universities nationwide. Miami is excited to be one of these institutions honoring the lives and achievements of our LGBT graduates. Read more about Lavender Graduation Ceremonies.

2008 Lavender Graduation

The 2008 Lavender Graduation ceremony was held on Saturday, April 26, on the Miami University campus.

The event honored all graduates by calling their names and presenting them with a certificate and rainbow tassel. Also at this time, the 1809 LGBT Alumni Roy Bowen Ward Scholarship and the J Plese Scholarships were awarded.

Sponsored by the Office of GLBT Services, 1809 LGBT Alumni, Spectrum and the Graduate LGBTQ Student Group

Previous Lavender Graduations

  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2008
  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2007
  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2006
  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2005
  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2004
  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2003
  • Miami Lavender Graduation 2001