Rainbow Graduation Ceremony 2026
The 19th Annual LGBTQ2S & Allied Graduation Celebration hosted by LGBTQ+2S Resource Center
When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Where: Stevie Eller Dance Theatre
This festive end-of-the-year celebration will provide personal recognition for the achievements of LGBTQIA2S (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Two-spirit) people at UArizona. Rainbow Graduation is open to all 2025-2026 graduating undergraduates, graduates, or professional school students to show their fabulous wildcat pride!
If you would like to be recognized in Rainbow Graduation 2026 Celebration, the registration link is now LIVE and you can register at the link above! You will be asked the following information (although not all is required!)
- Your name as you'd like it to appear in the presentation
- Major(s)
- Graduating degree(s)
- Any leadership positions you have held
- Favorite memory
- Photo for the slideshow!
Please fill out the form by May 5th 11:59PM (or sooner if you can)! Please make sure to include all of the requested information!
If you have any questions or need to follow up with any information, please email us at ualgbtq@gmail.com
Rainbow Graduation Award Nominations 2026
During Rainbow graduation, we take the time to recognize folks from all over campus for their generous contributions and commitments to LGBTQ+2S students at the University of Arizona. Award winners are selected from your nominations by a group of dedicated LGBTQ Center staff! Nominations are open and due April 22nd 2026 11:59PM
The categories are as follows:
- Fabulous Faculty Award
This is a professor, instructor, or advisor who goes above and beyond to support LGBTQ+ students - Staff Member of the Year Award
This is a university staff member who goes above and beyond to support LGBTQ+ students. - Queer Icon of the Year Award
This is a STUDENT whose leadership, values, and friendship make them stand out among peers. - Queer Legend of the Year Award
This is a STUDENT ACTIVIST who has made ripples in organizing efforts for LGBTQ+ students - Intern of the Year
This is a Pride Alliance intern who has shown outstanding passion, interest, and leadership throughout the internship.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Yes!
We want all those who want to be celebrated in this ceremony to participate
No! This is a totally free event
As many as you would like! Our average ceremony size accomadates a theater of 300 people, so there should be ample room for your guests.
Nope! We may ask you to check in day of for assessment purposes, but you do not need to reserve anything. If you will need us to reserve accessible seating, please let us know in advance at ualgbtq@gmail.com
Yes! In fact, we encourage this!
LGBTQ+ students deserve to be surrounded by community, so we welcome anyone who wants to show up an support, to please do so. (we also have great food and an amazing keynote lined up you don't want to miss)
Yes!
Anyone is welcome to participate so long as they want to celebrate amongst LGBTQ+ grads and their accomplishments.