Approaching Graduation and Beyond: A Senior Sendoff Checklist

In the midst of completing final assignments, preparing to graduate and to embark on their next adventures, graduating seniors can have a lot on their final to-do lists. Helping soon-to-be graduates focus on making memories and not missing anything, the Student Experience Division has organized the below Senior Sendoff Checklist.

“I’m excited to spend some of my last moments on campus celebrating with the people who have made my college experience so special,” says Chloe Langerman ’25. “It’s going to be bittersweet, but I can’t wait to move forward as an Orange.”

Senior Sendoff Checklist

1. Attend Senior Celebration: Celebrate the incredible achievements of the Syracuse University Class of 2025 on Thursday, May 8, from 1-4 p.m. on the Quad. Spend the afternoon making lasting memories before you head into your next chapter. Enjoy lawn games, a DJ and giveaways for all graduating students!
2. Participate in the Class Gift and Receive a Special Orange and Silver Graduation Cord: Leave your legacy and support the future of Syracuse University students. When combined with gifts from your classmates, your class gift of $25 or more makes a real difference.
3. Complete Your First Destination Survey: Celebrate your next adventure and complete the First Destination Survey as soon as possible. Students can find your First Destination Survey by logging into Handshake and visiting their Career Center page.
4. Don’t Miss the Yearbook Order Deadline: A memento for graduating seniors, the yearbook is filled with senior portraits, academics, sports and much more. Visit the Senior Year Central webpage to purchase your 2025 yearbook from Jostens. Orders are due Friday, May 9.
5. Explore the Commencement Weekend Website: From preparation, a complete schedule of events, accessibility information and more, this is your one-stop for all your Commencement Weekend information needs.
6. Connect with Syracuse University Alumni Association: Graduation marks the start of the alumni experience! Be sure to stay in touch through the Alumni Association’s expansive events, services, clubs and more!

“I’m looking forward to attending the Senior Celebration alongside my best friends and soaking up every last minute we have on campus and taking them down in some lawn games,” says Maggie Anderson, ’25. “Cheers to the Class of 2025 and all of the incredible opportunities awaiting us in the future!”

Resources for Families and Supporters of Seniors
The Orange families and supporters of seniors have played an important role in the successes of the Class of 2025! Explore the helpful resources highlighted below.

• Families of Seniors Webpage: Visit and learn more about Commencement Weekend, find campus maps, hotel and restaurant information.
• Answering Commencement Weekend Questions: From event schedules, accessibility information, receiving communications with the OrangeNow App, to learning what items are permitted or not to bring and the University’s Clear Bag Policy, the Commencement Weekend website is available to answer frequently asked questions.
• Make Graduation Extra Special With the Wishing Well: Family and friends are welcomed to make a gift, share a congratulatory message and photo of their student to further celebrate the amazing accomplishment of graduation.