CSULB's Cultural Celebrations honor graduates' heritages and identities

Published May 23, 2023

Cal State Long Beach’s Cultural Graduation Celebrations, held in addition to the traditional Commencement ceremonies, give students the opportunity to gather with family, friends and alumni to honor their rich heritages and unique identities in intimate settings.

More than 1,600 graduates took part in this year’s 11 ceremonies, which consisted of: American Indian, Black/Pan-African, Cambodian, Chicano/Latino (two), Lavender, Pacific Islander, Pilipino, Undocumented, Vietnamese and International Students. The celebrations were held May 13-21.

Hosted by the Student Affairs Division and facilitated in partnership with students, faculty, and staff, the Cultural Graduation Celebrations honor the diversity of Beach students, acknowledge their identities, and commemorate successful college careers.

The celebrations also acknowledge the work, commitment and sacrifices Beach students and families have made to accomplish their academic achievements. 

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American Indian Celebration


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American indian student flower motar board
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American Indian student holding certificate
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American Indian student holding certificate

Black/Pan-African Celebration


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Two Black Pan Asian students
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Student raises hand
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Graduate holding certificate

Cambodian Celebration


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Cambodian student and parents
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Cambodian student with certificate
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Students cheer on graduate

Chicano-Latino Celebration


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Dancers at Chicano/latin studies celebration
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chicano cowboy graduate
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Graduates cheering

Lavender Celebration


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Student wearing rainbow flag
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Graduates wave rainbow flags
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Student gives peace sign

Pacific Islander Celebration


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Pacific Islander dancer
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Pacific Islander graduate claps
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Graduate cheering

Pilipino Celebration


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Pilipino student holds certificate
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Faculty holding sash
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Students at Pilipino celebration

Undocumented Celebration


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Graduates cap with Spanish saying
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Line of graduates
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Butterfly poster on stage

Vietnamese Celebration


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Vietnamese dancers
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Vietnamese dancers
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Vietnamese graduates

International Students Celebration


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Group of students
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Students standing in front of flags
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International students