Presented by Latinx Community Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin
Celebrando el Esfuerzo Latinx
¡SI SE PUDO!
Thursday May 4, 2023, 2PM
Gregory Gym
Register by March 31
Register: Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Registration link
Latinx Grad Spotlights
We are collecting grad/professional photos to be showcased on our IG social media page (@UTLatinx). If you would like to participate, please send an email with your name, major, college, social media handle and a photo to latinxgraduation@gmail.com.
Student Speaker
If you are interested in being the representative student speaker at Latinx Graduation, please review the information below in the FAQ section.
Congratulations Class of 2023!!
Special Thanks
The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement
The Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association at The University of Texas at Austin
Darrell D. Rocha
About the Latinx Graduation Ceremony
English
Latinx Graduation Ceremony was created by students, for students. As a Latinx community at this university, we wanted a space to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments, successes, and achievements of all the Latinx graduates. More importantly, we know that the journey you have taken to get here has not been an easy one. We understand the sacrifices you and your family have made and the struggles you overcame, but you never gave up. You are a UT Latinx and you have made all of us proud.
This ceremony is a day of celebration for the entire Latinx community.
Espanol
Esta ceremonia fue creada por estudiantes, para estudiantes. La presencia de los Latinos tiene una larga historia en UT Austin. Como comunidad Latinx en esta universidad, deseábamos crear un espacio para reconocer y celebrar los logros y éxitos de todos los graduados. Sinembargo, sabemos que el camino que han recorrido para llegar hasta aquí no ha sido fácil. Entendemos los sacrificios que ustedes como estudiantes y sus familias han hecho, los obstáculos que han tenido que superar, y las adversidades que han enfrentado. Aun así, nunca se dieron por vencidos, y como estudiantes latinos de UT, nos hacen sentir muy orgullosos.
Esta ceremonia es un día de celebración para toda la comunidad Latinx.
FAQs
What is Latinx Graduation?
The Latinx Graduation Ceremony was created by students, for students. As a Latinx community at this university, we wanted a space to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of all the Latinx graduates. More importantly, we know that the journey towards this great achievement has not been an easy one. We understand the sacrifices you and your family have made and the struggles you faced. But you never gave up. You are a UT Latinx. You have made all of us proud. Congratulations!
Who plans the Latinx Graduation?
Latinx Graduation is an open, bilingual ceremony organized by the student organization: Latinx Community Affairs, housed under the Multicultural Engagement Center.
How much does it cost to participate?
Spring 2023 registration is $40.
When is the registration deadline?
REGISTRATION: March 31
Registration Link: Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Registration link
What forms of payment are accepted?
Debit or Credit Card is required through our online registration form. If you have any questions regarding payments please contact our advisor via email at: krysta.chacon@austin.utexas.edu
What does the cost cover?
Participation in the ceremony, graduates will receive a graduation serape sash and gifts symbolizing the accomplishments of the Latinx Community at the university. Students will be provided with an exclusive toast (for graduates only), commemorative wine glass, Longhorn lapel pin, family admission and access to the reception after the ceremony.
What if I want to be the student speaker?
If you are interested in being the Student Speaker for the Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Ceremony, please send a short bio of yourself as well as a thorough draft of the 10 minute speech that you would like to give to latinxgraduation@gmail.com with subject line: Name_StudentSpeakerSubmission.
Speeches may be in English and/or Spanish. Speeches will be evaluated for length, flow and connection to the audience. Speeches may not contain explicit language or graphic content.
DEADLINE: April 7
Where and when can I pick up my serape?
Students may pick up their serapes on Thursdays from 10AM – 2PM in the back right corner of the MEC, located in WCP 1.102. Students must sign in to the MEC using the QR code once they enter.
Note: If you register Thursday-Sunday, you must wait until the following Thursday to pick up your serape.
How many guests can I bring? Where does my family sit?
In order to comply with Firecode and Safety Regulations there is a limit of 10 guests per graduate. There is no priority seating, your family can sit together, on a first come first served basis. Graduate seating will be reserved at the front.
Where do I park?
Guests are encouraged to park in the San Jacinto Garage. See a map of campus parking garages for more info.
What if I need accommodations?
Please send an email to krysta.chacon@austin.utexas.edu at least 2 weeks in advance if you/your family will need accessibility accommodations for seating.
If your questions or concerns have not been answered after reading the FAQ, feel free to email us at: latinxgraduation@gmail.com