Monarch Graduation Celebration 2026 RSVP

  • Monarch Graduation Celebration

    Presented by UC San Diego's Undocumented Student Services

  • We invite our upcoming graduates to the Monarch Graduation Celebration on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM, a special evening hosted by Undocumented Student Services to honor the resilience, achievements, and journeys of our graduating students.

    Formerly known as UndocuGrad, this celebration has been renamed to welcome all UC San Diego students, especially those impacted by immigration, including students from mixed-status families. Inspired by the monarch butterfly, the event reflects migration as a natural act of survival, growth, and strength.

    This celebration is open to all UC San Diego students graduating in Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

    Join us for a joyful evening with family, friends, and community, featuring food, a photo booth, professional photography, and an opportunity for graduates to share words of gratitude and reflection.



    RSVP is required to secure your spot and walk ins will not be accepted. Ceremony location details will be shared via email after registration and will remain private to ensure the safety of our attendees.

     

    RSVP deadline is Sunday, May 10, 2026. For questions, please contact dlcastaneda@ucsd.edu

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    In accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, the University of California does not discriminate, or grant preferences, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories.

    More information about Proposition 209 can be found here.

    More information about the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy can be found here.

  • Graduate Information

  • Dietary Restrictions*
  • Do you have a Secondary degree?
  • Do you have a Third degree?

  • Guest Information

    We value the support you've received throughout your journey at UC San Diego and want to honor those individuals at the Monarch Graduation Celebration as well. Please share the details of those you wish to invite to the event.
  • You will have an opportunity to invite up to 2 guests, please select the number of guests that will accompany you*
  • Do you or someone from your family need ADA accessibility?*
  • Dietary Restrictions for guest(s)*

  • Short Bio and Picture for Ceremony

    To honor each graduate at the Monarch Graduation Celebration, we plan to showcase a brief biography and photograph of each graduate as we call them up to the stage. When crafting your bio, feel free to include any personal details, achievements, or acknowledgements that you would like to be highlighted during the ceremony. For reference, please see the example below.
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  • In addition to the biography and picture display, each graduate will be given a chance to deliver a timed speech (approx. 2 mins max) to express gratitude to your family, friends, or share anything you desire. Please inform us if this is something that would like to participate in.*

  • Be the Student Keynote Speaker?

    Optional: This is your chance to share your unique journey, reflect on the challenges and triumphs you’ve experienced, and express your gratitude to those who supported you along the way. Whether it’s a personal story, a message of encouragement, or a heartfelt thank you, this is your moment to inspire your peers and leave a lasting impression on the graduation class as we celebrate this incredible milestone together!
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