The Patricia Gurin Certificate of Merit in Intergroup Relations is awarded to graduating undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated academic mastery in intergroup relations.
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Congratulations, graduates!
Join us in recognizing and celebrating University of Michigan students who graduated in fall 2025 or will graduate in winter or spring/summer 2026, and who are also receiving the:
- minor in intergroup relations education
- certificate in dialogue for community change
- Patricia Gurin Certificate of Merit in Intergroup Relations
- liberatory education cord
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COURSES & STUDENT PROGRAMS
Celebration details
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24th annual Award Ceremony & Graduation Celebration
Thursday, April 30, 2026
6:00-9:00 pm
Rackham Assembly Hall
Recognizing the graduates and recipients of the minor in intergroup relations education, certificate in dialogue for community change, Gurin Certificate, and liberatory education cord. Dinner provided.
RSVP required—graduate registration closed March 31. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Awards
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Liberatory education cord
The liberatory education cord is worn with graduation caps and gowns to honor undergraduate and graduate students who have made significant contributions to advance the mission of IGR and liberatory education.
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