About the AAGC
Education is a part of the strong African American heritage that was assiduously fought for many years. This tradition of perseverance and resolve has enabled many students to have the opportunity and privilege to not only attend but also graduate from an institution of higher education. The African American Graduation Celebration is an opportunity for the university to acknowledge the achievements of African-American students and for the graduates to also thank their families, friends, faculty, and mentors for their support. Goals: (1) Acknowledge the success of African American students at the University of Louisville (2) Motivate and encourage current and future African American students to reach degree attainment at the Baccalaureate, Masters and Doctoral level (3) Pay homage to the past of African Americans and celebrate the graduation of current students
Mahafali: "Sherehe Ya Safari Yangu"
(Graduation: Celebration of My Journey)
The African American Graduation Celebration is an annual event where the purpose is to p ay homage to the past, while celebrating the future and endless possibilities of graduating African American students at the University of Louisville. This year's celebration will feature a faculty keynote speaker, a graduating student speaker, music that will reflect the occasion, and individual recognition. Attire for graduates will be cap & gown.
This year's event will include:
- Class Photo (will be taken prior to the celebration)
- Special message from guests
including Provost Willinghanz, the Vice Provost for Diversity &
International Affairs, Alumni Association & African American Alumni
Association
- Kente Cloth distribution (optional)
- Graduate
testimonial video
- Family Photo Op (There will be a photographer on hand to capture photos for graduates and their loved ones)
- Passing of the torch (this symbolic exercise will render the opportunity for the outgoing Association of Black Students President to "pass the torch" to the Class of 2013 from the Class of 2012
- Live band performance
- Reception to
follow event
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL 2012 GRADUATES (MAY, SUMMER &
DECEMBER) INCLUDING CANDIDATES SEEKING UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL
DEGREES.
Parking Information:
Parking will be available at the Speed Art Museum Parking Garage for a fee of $2 per hour ($6 daily maximum). Guests can also choose to park along the streets at a parking meter.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
African American Programming Fund
Association of Black Students
College of Business Dean's Office
Commission on Diversity and Racial Equality (CODRE)
Society of Porter Scholars
Click HERE to register or get more information!!!!!!!
2010 African American Graduation Celebration Program(PDF)
2010 African American Graduation Celebration Pictures (Flickr)
