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Schedule of Events
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Throughout the Day
Explore Hartford
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Student Showcases
Studio Arts Annual
Featuring the work of Studio Arts Majors and Visual Studies Minors, Class of 2008
Widener Gallery, Austin Arts Center
Mather Art Space
Featuring the paintings of the Fifth-Year Fellows in Studio Arts Mary Catherine McBrien ‘07 and Ross Jordan and Studio Arts Technical Assistant Adam MacHose
Mather Hall, second floor
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Trinity College Chapel Singers Concert
The Chapel (campus map)
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Phi Beta Kappa Initiation Luncheon
Washington Room, Mather Hall, second floor (campus map)
Members are elected from among those students who have achieved the highest general scholastic standing. Election to Phi Beta Kappa is widely regarded as a mark of highest distinction. The Trinity chapter, known as the Beta of Connecticut, was chartered by the Yale chapter, the Alpha of Connecticut, on June 16, 1845, and is the eighth oldest chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in the United States. Each inductee may bring a maximum of 4 guests to the luncheon. Additional guests may attend the initiation ceremony at approximately 1:00 p.m.
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Baccalaureate
The Chapel (campus map)
Baccalaureate is an ecumenical, student-focused service for graduating seniors and their families. A number of seniors representing a wide variety of faith traditions will offer their reflections on a particular theme. It is a time of reflection and thanksgiving in the middle of a very busy weekend. Arriving early is advised, since seating is limited.
5:15 - 6:30 p.m.
Reception for the Class of 2008 and their families
The President’s House, 133 Vernon Street (campus map)
6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Roman Catholic Vigil Mass
The Chapel (campus map)
Sunday, May 18, 2008
8:30 - 9:15 a.m.
Episcopal Eucharist
The Chapel (campus map)
10:00 a.m.
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Candidates Formation
Lower Long Walk, near Cinestudio (campus map)
Wearing academic regalia (caps and gowns), bachelor’s and master’s degree candidates assemble on the Lower Long Walk near Cinestudio for the processional to the Quadrangle.
10:50 a.m.
Academic Procession Begins
The tradition of stepping on The Luther-Roosevelt Long Walk Inscription* in front of the Fuller Arch in Northam Towers for first time on Commencement day will continue despite the Long Walk Restoration and Renovation. Members of the Trinity community as well as visitors have generally avoided stepping on the inscription, perhaps instinctively aware that it is connected with some event in the College's history. The inscription in fact commemorates the visit in June 1918 of former President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt, who delivered an address and received an honorary degree at Commencement.
Undergraduate Procession Instructions
Masters Procession Instructions
*A portion of the construction fence will be opened for the procession to step on the plaque.
11:00 am - 1:30 p.m.
182nd Commencement Ceremony
The Quadrangle (campus map)
Commencement is the central and most important event of the Trinity academic year. The College faculty gathers together with the families and friends of the graduating class to celebrate their achievements in a ceremony that has endured for nearly two centuries.
1:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Post-Commencement Celebration
The Soccer Field (campus map)
College Reception
Under the Tent, Soccer Field
President and Mrs. James F. Jones, Jr., Board of Trustees members, and current faculty look forward to meeting your family and congratulating you in person. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided. The following departments will be represented:
Arts and Humanities: American Studies, Classics, History, Jewish
Studies, Modern Languages & Literature, Music, Philosophy,
Religion, and Theater and Dance
Science: Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, Neuroscience, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology,
Social Science: Anthropology, Educational Studies, Economics, International Studies, Political Science, Public Policy & Law, and Sociology
Administrative Office: Multicultural Affairs
Individual Receptions
Under the Tents, Soccer Field
For more information about coordinating an individual reception, please click here.
For additional questions, please call the Commencement Hotline at 860-297-4133 or email lisa.sagan@trincoll.edu.
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