Schedule of Events

Weekend highlights include Senior Week traditions, live music, joyous reunions, and a formal Commencement ceremony.

Friday, June 10

Class of 2020 Welcome Center Open

Information Desk, College Center at Crozier-Williams

Welcome home, Class of 2020! Please make the Welcome Center your first stop when you arrive on campus. Check-in and receive your on-campus rooming information, event wristband, Commencement regalia, and more.

2 - 7 p.m.

Tour of the Newly-Renovated Palmer Auditorium

Tour will begin in Castle Court

Join Connecticut College faculty for a tour of the newly renovated and revitalized Athey Center for Performance and Research at Palmer Auditorium. The renovation of Palmer Auditorium and redesign of its broader structure has profoundly impacted the study and practice of theater, music, film, and dance, both on campus and in the local community, enhancing the academic experience for students and faculty. Get a behind-the-scenes look at its stunning transformation!

3 - 4 p.m.

Champagne Toast with President Bergeron

Harris Green

Join President Bergeron for a champagne toast in honor of the Class of 2020!

5:30 p.m.

Dinner in Harris

Dining Hall, Harris Refectory

6:30 p.m.

Welcome Back Block Party

Patio, Charles E. Shain Library

Kick off the Class of 2020 Celebration & Commencement Weekend at our Welcome Back Block Party featuring live music by Don't Tell Lisa and delicious food from local food trucks, Greekin' Out & Munchies. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.

8:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 11

Breakfast at Harris

Dining Hall, Harris Refectory

8 - 10 a.m.

Class of 2020 Welcome Center Open

Information Desk, College Center at Crozier-Williams

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Rise & Shine with Sun Salutations

Myers Dance Studio, 3rd Floor, College Center at Crozier-Williams

Enjoy a mindful and reflective yoga session led by a yoga instructor from Hot on Bank New London. All levels of experience and ability are welcomed. Hot on Bank will provide 20 yoga mats, but if you prefer, please bring your own yoga mat (or towel).

10 a.m.

Lunch in Harris

Dining Hall, Harris Refectory

12 p.m.

Class of 2020 Block Party

Larrabee Green

Grab a pint with a professor, challenge a classmate to a game of cornhole, enjoy snacks from local food trucks, and more!

2 p.m.

Dinner in Harris

Dining Hall, Harris Refectory

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Lily Pad

Outdoor Theater, Arboretum

Put on your dancing shoes and join us under the stars for a live performance by Wicked Peach, the area’s ultimate rock cover band and a staple in the southeastern New England music scene!

8 - 11 p.m.

Sunday, June 12

Breakfast in Harris

Dining Hall, Harris Refectory

8 - 10 a.m.

Commencement Check-in for the Class of 2020

Castle Court, Cummings Arts Center

Report for Commencement check-in.

8:30 - 10 a.m.

Class of 2020 Reports to Palmer

Palmer Auditorium

The Class of 2020 must be in their staging area seats no later than 10 a.m.

10 a.m.

102nd Commencement Ceremony

Tempel Green

Connecticut College's 102nd Commencement will be held on Sunday, June 12 at 11 a.m. on Tempel Green. The members of the Class of 2020 will be addressed by President Katherine Bergeron; Commencement Speaker Patrick Awuah; and 2020 Senior Class Speaker Viri Villalva Salas '20.

11 a.m.

Commencement Lunch

Dining Hall, Harris Refectory

Enjoy a final farewell lunch with the Class of 2020 and their families!

1 p.m.

Deadline for Residence House Checkout

Please return keys and swipe cards to the student hosts in your residence house. There is a $75 fee for each lost or unreturned key and a $25 fee for each lost or unreturned access card.

3 p.m.