Multicultural Graduation Celebrations

The Multicultural Graduation Celebrations are a way to bring various communities of undergraduate students and their friends and allies together for a final celebration before the University’s formal graduation ceremonies. The following celebrations are open to all Georgetown University students regardless of race, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected under University policy or applicable law.

Class of 2025, RSVP for MGC here!

6:00 PM – The Asian Heritage Celebration recognizes the achievements of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community and their friends and allies. Established in 2011, this celebration commemorates the unique cultures and experiences that have shaped graduates’ journeys here on the Hilltop. Ultimately, we hope to showcase graduates’ dedication to the greater AAPI community during their time at Georgetown and encourage them to remain committed to the community wherever life may take them.

7:15 PM – Harambee, meaning “all pull together” in Swahili, is an annual celebration dedicated to recognizing the achievements of those who identify with communities of the African Diaspora and their friends and allies. Established in 2000, this celebration collectively recognizes the achievements of students in obtaining college diplomas and honors the community and the legacy that these students and allies have created and actively cultivated here at Georgetown.

8:30 PM – Despedida is an annual celebration that honors the cultural diversity and history of the Latinx community and their friends and allies at Georgetown University. This unique celebration serves to recognize students’ completion of a rigorous journey through academia and involvement in various organizations at Georgetown University.