Identity-Based Celebrations

Latinx Graduation Celebration 

In 2023, Berklee launched its first Latinx graduation celebration, honoring the graduating students of the Latinx and Hispanic diasporas to gather and celebrate their culture, journey, and achievements in the community. More information to come on the 2026 Latinx graduation celebration.

Lavender Graduation Celebration

Launched in 2019, Lavender is a gathering that honors LGBTQ+ graduates and was initiated by Berklee students who had a vision and desire to celebrate their journeys and achievements in the community. More information to come on the 2026 Lavender graduation celebration.

APIDA 

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion as we honor the accomplishments of our APIDA graduates! The inaugural APIDA graduation celebration celebrates the hard work, perseverance, and resilience of students from Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi-American communities. More information to come on the 2026 APIDA celebration.

Watch Me RISE: First-Generation College Program Celebration

The Watch Me RISE: First-Generation College Student Program commencement celebration is a heartfelt gathering designed to honor the incredible journey of graduating students who are the first in their families to earn a college degree. This event is more than just a ceremony. It's a celebration of triumph, growth, and the emotional depth of this monumental achievement. More information to come on the 2026 celebration.

Berklee distributes stoles as part of our Latinx and Lavender commencement celebrations, and cords as part of the APIDA and RISE commencement celebrations. These cords and stoles will be distributed at their respective celebrations.