Published: April 16, 2024 By

Happy April, Class of 2024! I am sure you are counting down the days to commencement, hopefully enjoying all of the “last of” moments—final projects, nights out on Pearl, and maybe the spring football game.

Senior Class Council President Jacob Baca

Senior Class Council President Jacob Baca

There are lots of exciting celebrations and moments for us in the next month that I’m excited for us to participate in. On behalf of Senior Class Council, I want to share some of these events:

UndocuCelebration

April 19  4:30 p.m.  C4C Abrams Lounge 
Join UndocuCelebration for a free dinner, community gathering and special recognition for graduating seniors. Drop in at your convenience! Doors open at 4:30 p.m., followed by dinner and celebration at 5:30 p.m. 

Grad cap decorating

April 24  5–7 p.m. UMC North Dining Area 
Come decorate your grad cap; supplies and snacks provided! Or bring your own supplies to customize your graduation swag.

Campus photo ops

April 29–May 2  Across campus
Head to some iconic campus locations including the Ralphie statue at the CU Events Center, the Regent Underpass near Fiske Planetarium and on the Folsom Field Plaza to take photos with inflatable commencement photo frames.  

Donate to the Senior Class Gift

Since 2013, every class of graduating students has banded together to support a scholarship for future Buffs. Those who donate are eligible to receive a blue cord to wear during commencement.

Grab-and-go breakfast

April 30  9–11 a.m.  Eckley Kiosk and Pekoe Breezeway
Stop by to pick up a donut at either the Eckley Kisok or the Pekoe Breezeway.

Senior Day at the Rec

May 1  Noon–5 p.m.  Rec Center  
There will be free rooftop yoga classes at noon and 1:30 p.m., as well as open skating at the rink, drop-in pickleball and drop-in badminton.

Grad Bash

May 2   4–7 p.m.  Koenig Alumni Center  
This event features free food and refreshments, a DJ and plenty of photo opportunities to capture this unforgettable time in your life. Registration is open.

Commencement Breakfast

May 9  7–8:30 a.m.  Norlin Quad 
Stop by with your friends and family before commencement to enjoy food and take photos for your special day!  

I hope to see you all at these events! For more information on commencement, please see the commencement website for resources.  

Sko Buffs!  

Jacob Baca 
Senior Class Council President