Cultural Ceremonies
The Cultural Ceremonies (Bestowing of the Kente, Latinas Con Fuerza and Asian American Rite of Passage) are culturally grounded Rites of Passage in which we honor our graduates and their African, Latinx and/or Asian heritage. The ceremonies also provide an opportunity for graduates to recognize and express deep gratitude to those family, friends and loved ones supported their collegiate journey. Graduates who participate will have a stole bestowed on her/him as part of the ceremony as a special message of thanks is read aloud.
Graduating students who would like to participate in this beautiful ritual must complete a two-step process. Please begin by completing the application below, and then placing your stole order.
The brief application will require you to identify one specific person who will assist with the stole bestowing, and write your words to your presenter to be read aloud at the ceremony. Family, friends and loved ones are welcome to attend. No ticket is necessary for this event, and a reception will immediately follow.
Step 1: Complete the application
Asian American Rite of Passage Application
Bestowing of the Kente Application
Latinas Con Fuerza Application
Step 2: Order your Stole
Click Here to Order your Kente, Sarape, or Asian stole
If you wish to make a customized Asian stole you may do so through PrideSash
