As we get closer to March, we get closer to a special time for our campus community, the University’s sesquicentennial.
Sesquicen-what-a-who?
Say it with us, “ses-qui-cen-ten-ni-al.”
If you haven’t Googled it yet, a sesquicentennial is a 150th anniversary or its celebration. Basically, it’s a really big word for a pretty big birthday.
So, Syracuse University is turning 150! With a full month of events to celebrate, reflect and look to the future, you won’t want to miss out on what’s planned, especially Forever Orange Week on Sunday, March 22 through Sunday, March 29! Here are some of the top events to look forward to:
Painting the Orange Stripe
Kick off Forever Orange Week with the most Orange Instagram Story you’ve ever created. A big, Orange stripe will be painted from the corner of Marshall Street up University Ave. Don’t miss your photo op and tag your photos using #SU150!
150th Celebration Photo
Be a part of history and get a free winter beanie! Meet on the Quad at 1:45 p.m. to form a ‘150’ and be part of a photo that’ll for sure go into the SU Archives.
Orange Extravaganza + Fireworks
Fireworks and birthday cake. Need we say more? After the Celebrating 150 Years of Impact program, you’re invited to the Life Sciences Complex for a reception complete with food, birthday cake and a fireworks show to follow!
Forever Orange Talent Showcase
Celebrate the talents of our campus community with a star-studded night of entertainment in Hendricks Chapel!
Stay tuned for more events and programs in the coming weeks!