Celebration and Recognition of Black Graduates
Celebration and Recognition of Black Graduates is a ceremony that celebrates the accomplishments of our Black students as they celebrate their graduation. The event includes speakers and an honoring of each graduate. Additionally, each Graduate will receive a Kente Cloth Stole and a certificate to commemorate the event.
In-Person Celebration
The in-person celebration will be held in the Werner University Center Willamette Room on June 12th from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
Mugs available for in-person celebrants while they last!
We welcome you as a graduate and up to two guests to attend the in-person event.
RSVP by June 9th at 5:00 pm through the registration form.
Celebration Package
As we serve commuter, online, and fall/winter graduates, we understand that traveling for the In-person Celebration can be a barrier to participation.
This year, we are offering a Celebration Package option. Graduates who are unable to attend the in-person celebration can opt into having a package including a stole, stickers, cards, and a diploma frame be sent via mail!
Just indicate your preference on the registration form!
Kente Cloth Stoles
“Kente Cloth must be handwoven in Ghana to be considered authentic. Kings and Queens in Ghana wear this beautiful work of art for special occasions and celebrations. It took a lot of hard work and determination to get to where you are now, and this genuine Kente Cloth Graduation Stole honors your achievement and helps you tell your story. You will stand out from the crowd at graduation and impress many when you walk across the stage wearing this vibrant kente cloth sash.” (Source: Stoles are purchased from Sankofa Edition)
If you are participating in the celebration and would like to pick up your Kente Cloth Stole before the event to wear for photos or other celebrations, please email Chelsee Blatner at blatnerc@wou.edu. We can arrange pick up as early as the week after you register!
