Commencement Weekend Schedule
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Strawberries and Champagne is an event that commemorates the past traditions of Kirkland College graduations and the continuing legacy of Kirkland at Hamilton. Funded in part by the Kirkland Endowment
When 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 23Where Dunham Green, Adjacent to Map #79 -
The QuestBridge, International, and OP Scholars Congratulatory Ceremony is a special celebration honoring the achievements of graduating scholars from these distinguished programs. This event recognizes their perseverance, academic excellence, and contributions to the campus community. Graduates will be presented with their ceremonial stoles, symbolizing their unique journeys and accomplishments.
When 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 23Where Tolles Pavilion A & B (Full Annex), Map #21By Invitation Only -
Seniors are invited to meet with family, friends and faculty members.
When 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 23Where The Little Pub, Map #20 -
For students and their families. Please RSVP by email to Ariel Jarman (ajarman1@hamilton.edu) to attend.
When 6:00 p.m. Friday, May 23Where Azel Backus Center for Jewish Life Main Dining Room, Map #59 -
Gather your friends and family and come take photos with the BIG Hamilton "H"!
When 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 24Where Sadove Student Center Terrace, Map #17 -
Posse Graduation Celebration for 2025 Posse graduates and their families.
When 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 24Where Fillius Events Barn Lobby, Map #18 -
Guided tour of Hamilton's Arboretum. Meet at the Grant Garden Gazebo behind Elihu Root House.
When 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 24Where Root Glen Gazebo, Map #27 -
No reservations required, $11.95 per person.
When 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 24Where Commons Dining Hall, Map #62 -
A capella groups will perform a final concert with their Class of 2025 members.
When 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Wellin Hall Schambach Center, Map #12 -
Open to members of PBK and their families.
When 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Chapel, Map #53 -
Seniors and their families and friends are encouraged to attend this multi-faith celebration, which will include remarks and readings from a variety of spiritual traditions. This event will be livestreamed for those who can not attend in person.
When 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Margaret Bundy Scott Field House, Map #72 -
Join friends and family in the tent to meet and talk with your favorite members of the faculty.
When 4:00 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Dunham Green, Adjacent to Map #82 -
No reservations required, $16.85 per person.
When 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Commons Dining Hall, Map #62 -
Fr. Peter El Hachem, Catholic Chaplain, celebrant
When 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Chapel, Map #53 -
Senior music students present a final concert the night before Commencement.
When 9:00 p.m. Saturday, May 24Where Wellin Hall Schambach Center, Map #12 -
Complimentary coffee & donuts for graduates and their families.
When 8:00 a.m. Sunday, May 25Where Commons Dining Hall, Map #62 -
Flowers will be for sale across from the Field House entrance before the ceremony. Cash or credit accepted.
When 8:30 a.m. Sunday, May 25Where Hamilton College Campus -
Gather your friends and family and come take photos with the BIG Hamilton "H"!
When 9:00 a.m. Sunday, May 25Where Sadove Student Center Terrace, Map #17 -
Join the Class of 2025 and their families for Commencement in Hamilton's 213th year. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. The ceremony will be streamed live for those that can not attend. Following the ceremony there will be a picnic on the Dunham Green with additional seating in Commons Dining Hall.
When 10:15 a.m. Sunday, May 25Where Margaret Bundy Scott Field House, Map #72Open to Off Campus Guests -
All graduates and their families are invited to join the picnic following Commencement. No tickets are required. Additional seating available in Soper Hall of Commons.
When 12:30 p.m. Sunday, May 25Where Dunham Green, Adjacent to Map #82 -
Party for faculty to celebrate the end of the academic year.
When 6:00 p.m. Sunday, May 25Where McEwen Courtyard, Map #13By Invitation Only
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