Columbia University offers Class of 2021 six segregated graduations based on race, sexuality, income

It is no secret that academic institutions across America cater to the “woke” progressive left, but one university may be taking things too far.

Columbia University announced it will be offering the Class of 2021 six different graduation ceremonies, separated by race, sexuality and even income level.

“Complementing our school – and University-wide ceremonies, these events provide a more intimate setting for students and guests to gather, incorporate meaningful cultural traditions and celebrate the specific contributions and achievements of their community,” the school’s website says.

The statement notes that a general commencement ceremony will still be held for all students.

So, what’s the need for the separation?

The separate virtual ceremonies, dubbed “Multicultural Graduation Ceremonies,” will be held for Native American, “LGBTQIA+,” which is described as a “Lavender Graduation,” Asian, “Latinx,” black, and “First-generation and/or low income” communities, BizPacReview reports.

Coming from one of the top academic institutions in the country, this is neither progressive nor inclusive. Rather, it is utterly backwards and forces students, who may identify with several of these “classifications” to choose one.

Stepping backwards in the name of “progress” is in no way going to help our country move forward.