Lavender Graduation is a cultural celebration that recognizes the achievements and contributions of LGBTQ+ students who have successfully navigated the college experience. During the ceremony, we will honor graduating seniors and graduate students with lavender cords and a reception. We envision an event where students, family, staff, and faculty are encouraged to attend, establishing a new tradition at The University of Mississippi. The Lavender Graduation Celebration is co-sponsored by the Sarah Isom Center for Women & Gender Studies, the Center for Inclusion & Cross Cultural Engagement, the UM Pride Network, the Department of Student Housing, the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation, and supported by the newly formed Ole Miss LGBTQ Alumni & Friends organization. The 2nd annual ceremony will be held Friday, May 5, 2017 from 4:00pm-5:30pm in the Inn at Ole Miss. Registration for graduates has now ended. Family, friends, faculty, staff, and continuing students are welcomed to join us. However, the opportunity to RSVP ended on April 21st.