Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network

We’re so grateful to share Sam’s story and reflection on what Lavender Graduation meant to him as a 2024 graduate: finding community, celebrating q***r and trans excellence, and feeling seen in a space built for belonging. 🤘🏽🏳️‍🌈

“My favorite memory during my busy senior spring semester and graduation was getting to attend the Lav Grad Celebration, where I got to celebrate myself and others for our achievements and hard work. Being a q***r student in natural sciences, I always felt out of place as I thought there wasn’t a q***r & trans community to look up to & be a part of. Stepping foot into Lavender Grad opened my eyes to cherish q***r & trans excellence in academics and their sheer triumph over shared experiences and struggles. It truly warmed my heart to see this community before me united to celebrate each other, ourselves, and our identity!” - Sam Aguilar, c/o 2024

There’s something powerful about being celebrated exactly as you are. 🧡

Lavender Graduation is more than a celebration, it’s a moment to honor resilience, community, identity, and every triumph that brought our LGBTQIA+ graduates to this milestone. Click the link in the comments to learn more. 🤘🎓

Proud to share that the Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network is now a member of the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce! 🌈🤘

We’re excited to deepen our connection with Austin’s vibrant LGBTQ+ business and professional community, and to continue building meaningful opportunities for Longhorns to connect, support, and lead.

Looking forward to collaborating, showing up, and making an impact together. 🧡

Are you in Austin for game day? 🏈
Come hang with the Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network at for the Texas Longhorns vs. A&M Game Watch!
📍 2530 Guadalupe St
⏰ Friday, 11/28 – Starting at 6, kickoff at 6:30
Happy hour runs 4–7 p.m. + plenty of space inside and out.
Come grab a drink, cheer on the Horns, and connect with fellow alumni! 🤘🌈