Graduation Celebrations

The Carl A. Fields Center works with student planning committees and alumni affinity groups to organize five (5) annual graduation celebrations that highlight the accomplishments of undergraduate and graduate students who have engaged in many areas of diversity at Princeton University. These ceremonies are open to all graduating students and their families regardless of identity.

Registration is required and is now closed.

ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER DESI AMERICAN (APIDA) GRADUATION CELEBRATION

The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Celebration, inaugurated in 2018, highlights the academic and personal accomplishments that have shaped the journey of the graduating class at Princeton University. This celebration provides an opportunity for the graduates to come together and engage with the APIDA community and be inspired to become the next leaders.

Sunday, May 24, 2026 from 10:00 - 11:30 am

Richardson Auditorium

Registration is required and is now closed.

LATINX/E GRADUATION CELEBRATION

The Latinx Celebration was first initiated by students in 1990 who desired the opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments and recognize the important role that Latinx students have played in shaping the landscape of Princeton. What started as a small gathering in the Faculty Room of Nassau Hall has expanded in size and scale over the years and now takes place in Richardson Auditorium. The ceremony provides an opportunity for family and loved ones to recognize the accomplishments of the graduates while embracing their new important roles as Princeton alumni.

Sunday, May 24, 2026 from 7:30 - 8:45 pm

Richardson Auditorium

Registration is required and is now closed.

MIDDLE EASTERN, NORTH AFRICAN & ARAB (MENAA) GRADUATION CELEBRATION

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 pm

Prospect House (Alan Turing *38 Garden Room)

Registration is required and is now closed.

NATIVE AMERICAN & INDIGENOUS GRADUATION CELEBRATION

Monday, April 27, 2026 from 6:00-7:30 pm

Prospect House (Franklin S. Odo '61 *75 Room)

Registration is required and is now closed.

PAN-AFRICAN GRADUATION CELEBRATION

The Pan-African Celebration, inaugurated in 2005, serves as an intimate gathering for family, friends and members of the African diaspora to celebrate the culture and accomplishments of the graduating class.

Sunday, May 24, 2026 from 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Richardson Auditorium

Registration is required and is now closed.