January 9 marks the last hundred days for our Alma College seniors before they cross the commencement stage in April. These days are sure to fly by. Let’s make the most of them! 


 

Tuesday, March 4 – March Forth on the Fourth

Thomas Andison Chapel from 4-6 p.m.
Enjoy a champagne and sparkling cider toast to seniors while visiting the graduation expo to pick up your senior gift, get commencement ticket information, and enter to win an alumni sweatshirt! Please remember to bring an I.D. if you’d like to have a glass of champagne. 


Career Week

Monday, March 17 – Resume Cafe

Starbucks, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Receive help with your resume, and win a Starbucks gift card!

 

Tuesday, March 18 – Career Fair Prep

“How to Talk with Recruiters”
Andison Center, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Learn from a guest speaker about how to talk with job recruiters in preparation for our Spring Career Fair.

 

Wednesday, March 19 – Career Fair Prep

“Land the Job”
Andison Center, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Hear from a guest speaker on the most effective follow-up strategies after meeting job recruiters, just in time for the Spring Career Fair!

Thursday, March 20 – Headshot Day

Clack 118 (Lighting Room) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Students can attend to receive a professional headshot.

 

Friday, March 21 – Spring Career Fair

Stone Recreation Center, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Students of all majors are encouraged to come meet representatives from more than 40 companies and non-profit organizations that are hiring sharp seniors like you.

 


Friday, April 18 – Commencement Rehearsal

Hogan Center, Art Smith Arena at 11 a.m.
Graduating students are required to attend this event, which will include a walk-through of the commencement ceremony and graduate line-up.

 

Friday, April 18 – Baccalaureate

Andison Chapel at 4:30 p.m.
Graduates, friends, family and supporters are invited to attend this special service in the Chapel, honoring their upcoming commencement. After Baccalaureate, you can head to the Senior Celebration.

 

Friday, April 18 – Senior Celebration

Hogan Center, Cappaert Gymnasium at 6 p.m.
Seniors and supporters are invited to celebrate your accomplishments the night before commencement! You’ll enjoy heavy appetizers, games, and photo-ops during this laid back, fun event. Students are free, supporters are $20 each.

Ticket Reservation Coming Soon

 

 

Saturday, April 19 – Commencement

Hogan Center, Art Smith Arena at 2 p.m.
Visit the Commencement web page for full details for graduates and attendees about all commencement-related events, including rehearsal and baccalaureate.

Questions?

For questions related to commencement and senior events, contact:

commencement@alma.edu