29th Annual Black Graduation Celebration and Kente Ceremony

The Black Graduation Celebration & Kente Ceremony is a pre-commencement celebration to honor African, African American and Afro-Caribbean students who through unyielding determination have successfully completed an undergraduate or graduate degree from the University of Washington. The Ceremony is representative of African, African American, and Afro-Caribbean culture and heritage, embraces the value of community and scholarship, and culminates with a Kente Stole presentation. This is a Celebration for Graduates to be recognized for their accomplishments and provided an opportunity to honor significant people who have helped them achieve their goal. Students are honored together in one setting and their families also get the opportunity to celebrate their hard work and dedication. The Black Graduation Celebration and Kente Ceremony is open to all University of Washington students to participate.