{"id":6603,"date":"2024-04-12T15:05:51","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T23:05:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/ecc\/?page_id=6603"},"modified":"2026-01-28T12:07:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T20:07:59","slug":"filipino-graduation-celebration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/ecc\/graduation-celebrations\/filipino-graduation-celebration\/","title":{"rendered":"Filipino Graduation Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Filipino Graduation Celebration<\/h2>\n<p>The Graduation Celebration Committee and Filipino American Student Association along with its partners is proud to announce Filipino Graduation Celebration! We are excited to recognize the accomplishments of UW graduates with their family, friends, and community.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><center><strong>2026 Filipino Graduation Celebration<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Wednesday, June 10 2025<\/strong><\/center><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Registration<\/h2>\n<p>Join us in honoring our accomplishments at the University of Washington along with your family and friends. The graduation celebration includes Serape stole, music, student and keynote speakers and a slideshow. <strong>Registration is closed!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><b>About the Filipino Graduation Celebration<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>The Filipino Graduation Celebration is developed and created by students with support from FASA sa UW \u2013 The Filipino American Student Association of UW, the Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity, and other campus partners.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"accordion \" id=\"accordion\">\n<div class=\"screen-reader-text\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">When and where is the 2025 Filipino Graduation Celebration?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>This year it will be held on Wednesday, June 10.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">Who can participate?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Any UW student (undergraduate or graduate\/doctoral candidate) completing a degree in Spring 2026, Summer 2026 or Fall 2026. Students must register to participate in order to be formally recognized and provided with any participatory benefits including the Fil-Am stole.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">Where do I park?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Guests are encouraged to park in Central Garage, visit here for more <a href=\"https:\/\/transportation.uw.edu\/park\/visitor\">visitor parking<\/a> information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">How early do I need to check-in for the Filipino Graduation Celebration?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Check-in time will begin approximately 30 minutes before the event. More information will be provided to those who are registered to participate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">How much does it cost to participate?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Participation is FREE, for graduating students and their families, but there is limited seating so sign up as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">How do I register?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Registration opens soon and will close as soon as we reach capacity. Check back for the link!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">What if I need accommodations?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodations, please contact the Disability Services Office at least 10 days in advance of the appointment at (206) 543-6450 (voice), (206) 543-6452 (TTY), (206) 685-7264 (FAX), or <a href=\"mailto:dso@uw.edu\">dso@uw.edu<\/a> (email).<\/p>\n<p>For interpreting, captioning, amplification services, and TTYs, contact the Coordinator of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services at 206-543-1415 (voice), 206-543-6452 (TTY), or <a href=\"mailto:dhhreq@uw.edu\">dhhreq@uw.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">What do I wear?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Whatever you are comfortable wearing, including cultural regalia or academic regalia (cap &amp; gown) for this event.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">How do I get a stole?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>The celebration gift is from the graduation celebration committee to the participating students who have registered for the 2025 Filipino Graduation Celebration. You must be present at the celebration to receive the gift.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">What happens if I don\u2019t register in time? Is there a waiting list?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>We have limited seating, therefore we encourage you to register as soon as possible. We will keep a waiting list if needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">Who plans the celebration?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>The celebration is planned by a committee made up of members and officers from FASA sa UW (The Filipino American Student Association of UW) along with faculty and staff.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"accordion-header\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn btn-link\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse\"><span class=\"btn-text\">Can I attend the Filipino Graduation Celebration AND my own school\u2019s graduation?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-box\"><span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"collapse\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Absolutely, As long as it is not happening at the same time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Special Thanks<\/h3>\n<p>UW Alumni Association<\/p>\n<p>UW Alumni Association Multicultural Alumni Partnership<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fasasauw.com\/\">FASA sa UW<\/a><\/p>\n<p>UW Services and Activities Fee<\/p>\n<p>Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center<\/p>\n<p><b>If your questions or concerns have not been addressed after reading the FAQ, feel free to email EJ Pinera at <a href=\"mailto:epinera@uw.edu\">epinera<\/a><\/b><b>@uw.edu<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Filipino Graduation Celebration The Graduation Celebration Committee and Filipino American Student Association along with its partners is proud to announce Filipino Graduation Celebration! We are excited to recognize the accomplishments of UW graduates with their family, friends, and community. 2026 Filipino Graduation Celebration Wednesday, June 10 2025 Registration Join us in honoring our accomplishments at the University of Washington along with your family and friends. The graduation celebration includes Serape stole, music, student and keynote speakers and a slideshow. 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