Senior Week
Mark your calendar for Senior Week 2025!
Event Schedule:
| Sunday, May 4 | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH | Strebel Dining Commons |
| Monday, May 5 | Event | Location |
| 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. | SENIOR WEEK KICKOFF PARTY Get ready to slide into Senior Week with a party you won’t want to miss! We’re kicking things off with a walking taco bar, a giant water slide, and a slip ‘n slide—because you’ve earned some wet and wild fun. We’ll have music pumping and the Pioneer Pub open for our 21+ crowd (don’t forget your valid ID!). Graduating seniors will receive one free drink ticket, and it’s a cash bar after that. Be sure to grab your Senior Week T-shirt at the event—limited supply, so first come, first serve! And here’s the bonus: wear your shirt to Senior Night at the Harp on Tuesday, 5/6, and you’ll get in FREE! | Strebel Student Center |
| 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | RESUME WORKSHOP Graduation is around the corner—make sure your resume is ready to impress! Join us for a Resume Writing Seminar designed to help you craft a polished, professional resume before you enter the job market. Whether you're starting from scratch or just need a refresh, this session has you covered. | DuRoss Family Dining Room (conference room at back of Dining Commons) |
| 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | CAPS, CRAFTS, AND KARAOKE Get creative and let loose at Caps, Crafts & Karaoke—the perfect blend of DIY and good vibes! Come decorate your graduation cap, paint and craft with friends, and then hit the stage for some karaoke fun in the Pioneer Pub! The Pub will be open for our 21+ seniors (valid ID required), and each graduating senior will receive one free drink ticket—cash bar available after that. Whether you're crafting a masterpiece or belting out your favorite song, this night is all about celebrating you! | Strebel Lounge and Pioneer Cafe |
| Tuesday, May 6 | Event | Location |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH | Strebel Dining Commons |
| 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. | CAP DECORATION STATION OPEN Stop by our Cap Decorating Station and turn your graduation cap into a masterpiece. We’ll have free materials like glitter, flowers, paint, gems, and more so you can personalize your cap and show off your Pioneer pride in style! | Strebel Student Lounge |
| 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. | SENIOR NIGHT AT THE CELTIC HARP 21+ (ID required) to enter. FREE shuttle 8:45 p.m. - 12:45 a.m. from the Harp to Strebel Student Center. | The Celtic Harp, 805 Varick Street, Utica |
| Wednesday, May 7 | Event | Location |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH | Strebel Dining Commons |
| 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. | CAP DECORATION STATION OPEN Stop by our Cap Decorating Station and turn your graduation cap into a masterpiece. We’ll have free materials like glitter, flowers, paint, gems, and more so you can personalize your cap and show off your Pioneer pride in style! | Strebel Student Lounge |
| 5:30 p.m. | SENIOR ATHLETE AWARDS CEREMONY (INVITE ONLY) Join us for a special evening as we celebrate the dedication, achievements, and Pioneer spirit of our graduating student-athletes. The Senior Athletic Banquet is a time to honor your journey alongside fellow athletes and coaches who’ve supported you every step of the way. | Donohue Library Concourse |
| 6:00 p.m. | PIO PIZZA PARTY Before you toss your cap, take one last bite out of your favorite campus hangout! Join us for a Pizza Party in Pio to say a fond farewell to the place where so many late nights, laughs, and memories were made. Come grab a slice (or three), hang out with friends, and soak up those final moments in the spot that always felt like home. | Pioneer Cafe |
| Thursday, May 8 | Event | Location |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH | Strebel Dining Commons |
| 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. | CAP DECORATION STATION OPEN Stop by our Cap Decorating Station and turn your graduation cap into a masterpiece. We’ll have free materials like glitter, flowers, paint, gems, and more so you can personalize your cap and show off your Pioneer pride in style! | Strebel Student Lounge |
| 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. | LAWN GAMES ON THE BACK LAWN Take a breather before the big day and enjoy some laid-back fun with lawn games on the Student Center back lawn! | Strebel Student Center Back Lawn |
| 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. | SENIOR SEND OFF Join us for a final celebration for the class of 2025 in the Pioneer Pub! It’s the perfect way to relax, laugh, and make a few more memories before walking the stage. Everyone’s invited—family and friends welcome! | Pioneer Pub |
| Friday, May 9 | Event | Location |
| 10:00 a.m. | GRADUATE COMMENCEMENT Graduates should arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. For full details, see Utica's Commencement page. | Adirondack Bank Center, 400 Oriskany Street West, Utica |
| 5:00 p.m. | UNDERGRADUATE COMMENCEMENT Graduating seniors should arrive no later than 4:15 p.m. For full details, see Utica's Commencement page. | Adirondack Bank Center, 400 Oriskany Street West, Utica |
Contact Us
Lauryn Moore
Lauryn Moore
Director of Campus Engagement
(315) 223-2598
I would like to see logins and resources for:
For a general list of frequently used logins, you can also visit our logins page.