Celebrating our Graduating Students
Each year, the Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion hosts special celebrations to honor the significant achievements of our graduating undergraduate and graduate students at Carnegie Mellon University. Let us gather to celebrate the collective spirit and individual successes of our CMU community. All are welcome!
2025 Schedule of Events
We warmly welcome graduates, faculty, staff, and non-graduating students to join us for these in-person events. Graduating students, please include your families, friends, and supporters in your registrations, as we recognize the collective network behind your success. We look forward to sharing this joyous occasion with you! All are welcome.
Please register for 2025 Center Celebrations.
The Lavender Social
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Purnell Center for the Arts
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for the Lavender Social! This Center tradition is a moment to build community, foster belonging, and acknowledge the remarkable achievements of our graduating LGBTQIA+ students and allies who have contributed to the Center’s LGBTQIA+ affirming programs and student organizations. We invite you to a casual reception where we'll honor journeys, celebrate successes, and recognize accomplishments in community engagement. All members of the Carnegie Mellon community are warmly welcomed to join us in celebration.
First Generation Celebration: Reception and Induction Ceremony
Thursday, May 8, 2025
CFA Alumni Concert Hall, Kresge Theater
Reception at 5:00 PM; Induction Ceremony starts at 5:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments and milestones of our first generation graduating students. This year we will feature the inaugural induction ceremony for the Carnegie Mellon chapter of the Tri-Alpha National Honors Society for First Generation College Students.
The Center Celebrates the Class of 2025+
Saturday, May 10, 2025
College of Fine Arts Building
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Center proudly celebrates the Class of 2025+! We invite you and your families to a reception recognizing your outstanding achievements and contributions. This is a moment to acknowledge the dynamic engagement you've brought to our programs, student organizations, and to recognize your individual achievements and the lasting impact you've made on our community. Join us as we reflect on your successes and look forward to the bright futures you'll create. We are excited to celebrate with you! All are welcome to attend.