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Harvard Abolishes Affinity Graduations, Students Seek Alternatives

5/25/2025

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In a bold response to federal pressure, Harvard University and other institutions have scrapped affinity graduations, leaving students like Elyse Martin-Smith to rally for alternative celebrations off-campus. These events, vital for honoring diverse identities, now face hurdles as universities pull support, igniting a passionate quest to keep cultural traditions alive.

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In a bold response to federal pressure, Harvard University and other institutions have scrapped affinity graduations, leaving students like Elyse Martin-Smith to rally for alternative celebrations off-campus. These events, vital for honoring diverse identities, now face hurdles as universities pull support, igniting a passionate quest to keep cultural traditions alive.