One Twitter user branded the plans 'extreme racism,' and called for the university to be 'defunded.'
Grand Valley State University has come under fire from conservatives after hosting separate"graduation celebrations" for Black, Asian, Latino, Native American and LGBTQ students, in addition to the main graduation ceremony.
Separate graduation events for different communities have sprung up at a number of American universities over the past few years. Supporters argue they showcase pride in an institution's diversity, whilst critics claim they are regressive and unnecessarily divide students.
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