Support UVU’s Lavender Graduation Celebration and help us recognize the incredible accomplishments of our LGBTQ+ students. Lavender Graduation is a unique and inclusive ceremony that honors the resilience, achievements, and contributions of LGBTQ+ graduates in a safe, affirming environment. Your donation will enable us to celebrate these students in a meaningful way.
With a $25 minimum donation, you’ll receive a 3-by-5-foot Wolverine Pride Flag as a token of our gratitude. Every contribution helps us create a supportive, unforgettable experience for graduates as they step confidently into the next chapter of their lives.
Those who donate $25 or more will be contacted by LGBTQ+ Intercultural Engagement on pick-up instructions for your flag.
Lavender graduation is a special and inclusive ceremony held at UVU, to honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of LGBTQ+ students. The term "Lavender" is derived from the lavender flower, which has historically been associated with the LGBTQ+ community.
This unique graduation event aims to provide a safe and affirming space for LGBTQ+ students, their allies, and the broader community. It will include speeches, recognition of notable accomplishments, and the awarding of lavender-colored cords that graduates can wear during their official commencement ceremony. Lavender graduation serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and their resilience in overcoming adversity, while fostering a sense of unity and pride within the LGBTQ+ community on campus. It also serves to create a supportive and nurturing environment for graduates as they embark on the next phase of their lives, equipped with the memories of a memorable celebration of their identity and accomplishments.
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 6-8 pm
Location: UVU Young Living Alumni Center
1062 W 800 S, Orem, UT 84058
YA Outdoor Patio, YA 125, YA 126
“Lavender Graduation is an important celebration to have each year because it gives
space to celebrate the accomplishments of LGBTQ+ students. Being an LGBTQ+ student
comes with unique challenges that can ultimately impact the success of students. Getting
to the point of graduating is a huge accomplishment especially when you consider some
of the struggle’s LGBTQ+ students may have faced while getting to that point. It’s
about celebrating the success and resilience of the LGBTQ+ Community.”
- Bailey Baird, UVU CARE Hub, Program Manager, They/She
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Every gift is meaningful and appreciated. You are welcome to make a donation of any size to support our students. If you'd like to create a legacy, please consider signing up for a monthly recurring gift that will have a lasting impact on future students and educators. Together, we uplift, provide exceptional care, and inspire students to be their very best.
For more information on ways to establish a legacy gift, such as through a will, bequest, trust, annuity, or IRA rollover, please visit uvgift.org.
If you prefer to donate via check, please make checks payable to UVU Foundation and mail to the address below. Please list "Lavender Graduation" in the memo field.
UVU Foundation
800 W University Pkwy MS 111
Orem, UT 84058
A fair market value for the flag of $6 will be deducted from your gift receipt.
