A Mosaic is a unique art form created by assembling hundreds of tiny tiles onto a surface. The creation of a mosaic begins with preparing the surface in order to ensure each tile not only adheres to the surface, but remains affixed for a very long time. Individually, each tile is different in shape, size, texture, and pattern. Collectively, they form a complex and beautiful mural that is admired by many for years to come.
Symbolically, our students, represent the individual tiles of a mosaic. Each has their own story with varying degrees of adversity that have shaped their lives like the different shapes, sizes, textures and patterns of mosaic tiles. Together they represent the stories of millions of students in a cohesive, yet multifaceted image. The Center for IDEAs prepares the mosaic’s surface by providing each student the support, resources, and tools needed to thrive academically and to succeed beyond graduation.
Mosaic Ceremony
The Mosaic Ceremony was created to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of students who participate in specialized academic and social support programs offered by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Inclusion, Diversity Education, and Advocacy (IDEAs) and the Office of First-Generation Student Success. Through resiliency and perseverance, these students have overcome difficult odds in order to persist in or complete their undergraduate or graduate degree programs.
A formal recognition program to celebrate the Spring Graduates will be held at the end of the spring semester. A small recognition program is held for Summer and Fall Graduates at the end of summer and fall semesters.
Consists of:
- Lavender Graduation commemorates the accomplishments of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Ally students. The annual event recognizes their achievements, contributions, and unique experiences at FAU.
- FUTUROS Success Graduation commemorates the accomplishments of Hispanic/Latina/o/x students who have actively participated in the FUTUROS Success Program, Bodega Central Series, Comadre & Compadre Circles, and Lunch and Learns aimed at fostering academic success.
- Black Student Sucesss commeorates the accomplishments of Black/African American students who have actively participated in the Ujima Retreat, the Sankofa Town Hall conversations, the MLK Diversity Addresss & Day of Service, and additional programs designed to support student success.
- International Friends Program commemorates the attainments of international students who have engaged in events and activities focused on the American university experience.
- Urban Male Initiative (UMI) Graduation commemorates the accomplishments of Black/African American Males who actively participated in UMI workshops, retreats and rap sessions.
- Reaching Individual Success and Empowerment (RISE)and First- Generation Student Success Graduation commemorates the attainments of students that are first in their family to graduate from college, as well as students who have actively participated in the RISE academic program.
Event RSVP Link:
For more info, contact
Juan M. Izaguirre, ideas@fau.edu
If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Center for Inclusion, Diversity Education and Advocacy (IDEAs) at ideas@fau.edu, or TTY Relay Station 1-800-955-8770 at least five (5) business days before the event.