Chapman University in California will be hosting six additional graduation ceremonies for students based on their race, national origin, sexual orientation, and other aspects of their identity. According to the Chapman Cross-Cultural Center website, the “cultural graduations” include APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) graduation, black graduation, disability graduation, “latinx” graduation, lavender (LGBTQ) graduation, and Middle Eastern graduation. Those events are scheduled for the end of July and early August, existing in addition to the university’s main commencement ceremony that all students participate in. “These are optional celebrations that honor the dedication and resilience of students from underrepresented communities,” a university spokesperson said in a statement. “There are no restrictions on student participation nor is it required for any student to participate.” Another event promoted by the Chapman Cross-Cultural Center is “All Gender Restroom Day,” which is described as an “educational event that aims to challenge the campus community to …