Just a few more weeks, and SJC Long Island’s Class of 2019 will cross the stage at Nassau Veterans Memorial Colosseum to receive their diplomas. In order to properly celebrate these students and their amazing accomplishments at St. Joseph’s College, the Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting Senior Week, May 1 through 11.
The week kicked off with Giving Day on Wednesday. Members of the College community were invited to join the SJC community by supporting the programs they care about most. Click here to learn about the student, faculty and staff projects you can still help support.
Members of the graduating class are invited to each of the following events as a final opportunity to socialize with their classmates and recall memories from their time together at St. Joseph’s:
Last Destination Survey Pizza Parties
Thursday, May 2, and Monday, May 6 • Common hour and 4 – 5 p.m., Room E301
Stop by the Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development for some free pizza, and tell us what comes next for you! The survey is sent to seniors’ student email addresses. Every graduate must take this survey.
Student Research Symposium
Saturday, May 4 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., McGann Conference Center
Students from all academic disciplines present their research and other scholarly achievements. All students, faculty and staff are welcome.
The Last Hurrah!
Tuesday, May 7 • Noon – 2 p.m. and 4 – 6 p.m., Student Hospitality Lounge
Hang out with fellow seniors on the last day of class for a celebration of your time at St. Joseph’s! There will be free tacos, giveaways and more.
Cap and Gown Pickup Day
Thursday, May 9 • Noon – 7 p.m., Eagle’s Nest Cafeteria
Pick up your cap and gown*, receive tickets for commencement, meet members of the Office of Alumni Engagement and find out about the perks of being an SJC alum. Also enjoy some free food and giveaways!
*All graduates much purchase a hood.
25 Percent Discount at the Bookstore
Monday, May 1, through Saturday, May 11
Enjoy the benefits of being a member of the St. Joseph’s College Alumni Association. Enjoy a discount at the bookstore when you present your Alumni ID, which can be picked up at the Last Hurrah celebration.
