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APIDA Graduation Celebration
Celebration Information
The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Graduation Celebration is an annual event that honors the accomplishments, perseverance, and success of graduating students. More than a ceremony, it is a meaningful occasion for graduates to celebrate their academic journey alongside family, friends, and the campus community.
We encourage your participation. This event is open to all students.
Save the Date!
13th Annual Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Graduation Celebration
Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: University Ballroom
For questions or accommodation requests, please contact apida.center@csus.edu
Register For the 2026 Ceremony
We invite Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 graduates to participate.
Priority deadline: To be be determined
Registration will open in November 2025. Please check back for details or contact the APIDA Center at apida.center@csus.edu
Volunteer
Help us make this year’s APIDA Graduation Celebration a success! We’re looking for volunteers to assist with setup, registration, and more. The link to assist with the 2026 ceremony will become available November 2025.
Volunteer Sign up - Not available at the moment
Frequently Asked Questions
Students who will graduate in Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026.
There is no cost to participate for graduates or their guests. Participation is completely free.
The ceremony is fully in English. ASL interpretation is available upon request.
Registration for the 2026 ceremony will open November 2025
2025 APIDA Graduation Celebration
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This event is voluntary and is open to all graduating students who would like to
participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the California State University, Sacramento provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.
The California State University, Sacramento complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
The California State University, Sacramento is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At California State University, Sacramento, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.