SCREAMING GOODBYE TO 8:15 CLASSES, HELLO ADULT WORLD! I wanted to write this blog in the form of a one- stop- shop for graduation information and events for you to remember that are available to you. Those graduating can benefit from this by getting ready for the weeks to come, or anyone interested in knowing what goes on leading up to graduation can learn a little something before their own big day.
When is Graduation Day For Undergraduates and Graduates?
Commencement for the Class of 2018 will take place on Sunday, May 20, 2018.
Undergraduate Commencement is at 10 o'clock am and Graduate Commencement is at 2:30 pm.
Commencement Kick-Off
By now, you should have already attended the Commencement Kick-Off. How convenient was it for everything to be in one room? Also, being handed my cap and gown was definitely surreal and exciting. I cannot believe how quickly this year passed by!
Senior Week
Graduating seniors can take advantage of the following trips and events to celebrate with friends before the big day, graduation!
Graduation Cap Decorating
Monday, May 14, 2018
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2-4pm, Commons (Rain location is Jazzman's Cafe)
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Free event
Lucky Strike Trip
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
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9pm-1am
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Cost - $15
Atlantic City Trip
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
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Noon-10pm
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Free event
Moonlight Cruise - Spirit of Philadelphia
Thursday, May 17, 2018
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9pm-2am
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Cost - $30
Senior Send-Off
Friday, May 18, 2018
The Alumni Office welcomes graduating seniors—Cabrini’s newest alumni—to a fun picnic.
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6pm: Information Session in Grace Hall
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Picnic on the Commons (rain location: TBD)
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All seniors are invited to this event, which is $5 ... or free, if you make a donation to Cabrini as part of the Senior Class Gift! (Learn more about giving a gift here.)
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No registration is necessary.
Senior Awards and Hooding Ceremony
Date: Saturday, May 19, 2018
Time: 2– 3:30 pm
Location: Cavalier (Upper) Athletic Field
What is the hooding ceremony?
Beginning a new tradition at Cabrini, the Senior Awards and Hooding Ceremony will honor bachelor’s degree candidates before the Commencement Ceremony.
To recognize each student’s accomplishment, a faculty member from each student’s respective department will place the graduation hood over the student’s head, signifying his or her success in completing the program.
During the awards ceremony, students also will be recognized for receiving honors including the dean’s and president’s lists, valedictorian, the highest grade-point average, honors, and more.
Commencement Mass
Date: Saturday, May 19, 2018
Time: 4pm
Location: Grace Hall
Length of Mass: Approximately 1.5 hours
All of this information is certainly a lot to take in. Do not be afraid to ask around or ask for any help regarding graduation day. The last thing you need is to be stressed over a very important and rewarding day. You are accomplishing something so special and unique. Be proud of your accomplishments. Attend the events above with pride, you deserve it. Cherish the senior week events. Spend the week with your friends and classmates, you will be happy you did so.
Fun fact! I graduated from high school in Cabrini’s gym located in the Dixon Center. I met up with my 2014 class in Grace Hall and prepared to graduate high school. Four years later, I am graduating at Cabrini once again, isn't that bizarre?
