Black Graduation
Established in 2021, Black Graduation celebrates the hard work, contributions and achievements of Concordia’s Black graduates, while connecting them with a network of Black alumni and community members.
Note: Black Graduation does not replace the spring convocation. Consult Concordia's convocation page for details about the convocation ceremonies and remember to apply to graduate separately.
Register as a Black Graduate
Deadline: May 1, 2026
If you're a Black Concordian who graduated in fall 2025 or will graduate by summer 2026, register as a Black Grad so that we can celebrate you!
You'll be added to the Black graduation mailing list and get notified when tickets to the Black Graduation Celebration are available.
Please note: Registration alone does not secure your tickets to the graduation celebration – you’ll need to RSVP to the event.
Attend the Black Graduation Celebration
Join the NouLa Centre for Black Students and the Black Alumni Network to celebrate with Black graduates from across the university, along with friends, family and Concordia community members.
Each graduate may invite two guests and a faculty or staff member who significantly impacted their time at Concordia. Additional tickets may be purchased at a cost. Contact noula@concordia.ca for details.
Come dressed to impress – no cap and gown required!
Nominate a graduate for a Black Excellence award
Deadline: April 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Nominate an outstanding graduating Black student for a Black Excellence Award or self-nominate. Awardees are announced at the graduation celebration.
Categories include:
- Student engagement: Outstanding contributions to the Concordia community
Examples: Peer support, event organizing, involvement in clubs and student life initiatives. - Community engagement: Exceptional and active participation in the Montreal or broader community
Examples: Volunteering, fundraising, non-profit work and involvement with community organizations. - Leadership: The ability to inspire and motivate others toward a shared goal
Examples: Change-making, governance roles, leadership in clubs, projects, initiatives and mentorship. - Advocacy: Public support and awareness-raising for a cause
Examples: Volunteering, campaign involvement, mobilization, representation on boards and challenging institutional norms. - Research and innovation: The application or development of research and innovative ideas.
Examples: Publications, conference participation, involvement in start-ups or entrepreneurship, technological advances and research creation. - Academic perseverance: Commitment to academic success despite challenges
Examples: Balancing responsibilities outside of university, improving academic standing and adapting to program changes.
