Donning of the Kente

During May and December Commencement weeks, Elon’s Donning of the Kente ceremony honors the achievements of graduating students who recognize their African roots. It is a powerful gathering that brings students, faculty, staff and families together to celebrate the success and excellence of Black students.

Kelli Palmer '98 Funding from the Kelli E. Palmer ’98 Donning of the Kente Endowment provides resources to support this event, including the purchase of authentic, handwoven West African Kente cloth stoles that each student receives at the ceremony and wears at Elon’s Commencement. The endowment honors the achievements of Kelli Palmer, a 1998 Elon alumna and member of the university’s Board of Trustees, who for nearly three decades has embodied alumni leadership and a lifelong connection with the university and its students.

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Donning of the Kente | May Student Registration

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