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Lavender Congratulatory is an annual celebration of our LGBTQIA+, non-binary, and GNC graduating students. Both undergraduate and graduate students are invited to this celebration and we also invite graduates from Spring 2026/Summer 2026/Fall 2026 to join us. The Lavender Congratulatory is part of a national movement that honors the achievements of our Queer+ students and the contributions they make to university campuses across the country.
Spring 2026 Congratulatory
- Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
- Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
- Location: Illini Union Ballroom (2nd Floor Ballrooms)
- RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/LavenderCongratulatory2026
- RSVP Deadline May 1, 2026
Register for Lavender Congratulatory!
Included in your registration will be a stole and/or cord based on your involvement with LGBTQIA+ leadership efforts around our university community. We also encourage individuals to invite friends and family, however that may look for you. This year, in order to receive your stole and/or cord you must attend the Lavender Congratulatory, if there are any extenuating circumstances you can contact the GSRC directly via email at gsrc@illinois.edu.