At commencement time, new graduates don their decorated caps and gowns, waving diplomas as they smile for photos. But many graduates also wear lei — made from flowers, candies, or ribbons around their ...

Some Pacific Islander groups in the state feel the fee is discriminatory. The University of Utah says it’s necessary to clean ...

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Leis are traditionally a symbol for celebration, made up of a fragrant garland of flowers. In Southern California, the most popular leis are made from dendrobium orchids, in either purple or white.

Some high schools in Utah do not allow Pacific Islander students to wear leis at graduation, citing logistics and cleaning concerns from venues, but community activists say the practice is another ...

The time has come for students to flip their tassel and start a new chapter in their lives. Graduation is a time to celebrate all of the hard work that your student has achieved, and giving them a ...

Graduation season is expensive, with costs for leis and other items having increased due to supply shortages and increased demand, but families are finding creative ways to celebrate, such as using ...

Whether you are finishing high school or some form of higher education, graduation is an enormous accomplishment in a student's journey. Four years of dedication and discipline is finally being ...