Lavender Graduation Celebrates Queer and Trans Students
Friends and family celebrated 18 graduating students from Õ¬Äи£Àû's Queer and Trans community at our second annual Lavender Graduation
BRISTOL, R.I. – On Wednesday, May 8, members of the Õ¬Äи£Àû community honored graduating queer and trans students for the work they have completed, the community they have fostered, and the barriers they have broken down to achieve their goals. Lavender Graduation was hosted by the Queer and Trans Resource and Advocacy Center and Assistant Director of Queer and Trans Initiatives Gabby Porcaro. Speakers included Õ¬Äи£Àû Board of Alumni Member Kelly Scafariello and Coordinator of Residence Education Rach Pozerski. Friends, family members, staff, and partners delivered heartfelt, personalized tributes to each graduate.