Congratulations Class of 2023! With finals done, you are ready to make your journey toward graduation. Our Senior Week tradition celebrates the accomplishments of the graduating class with a series of events designed to encourage and engage you and your classmates one last time.
Order Senior Week Tickets through March 31, 2023.
Monday May 8-Saturday May 13, 2023
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Senior Week 2023
Monday, May 8
Senior Art Show
12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; Law Warshaw Gallery, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Commons
Last Lecture
1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.; Hill Ballroom, Kagin Commons
Hear from the Macalester Community about the truly incredible impact you’ve made in your time at Macalester. Students, staff, faculty, and alumni will lend their voice to the impact you’ve made, the waves you continue to make and journey you have before you.
Senior Bingo
8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Hill Ballroom, Kagin Commons
Stop by for your last official game of bingo at Macalester with your classmates. Prizes for each round will be worth up to $100!
Please note: You can only win once.
Tuesday, May 9
Senior Art Show
12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; Law Warshaw Gallery, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Commons
Marking the Moment
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.; Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Seniors, how will you say goodbye to Mac? Marking the Moment is an inclusive ritual space that holds room for shared reflection with your classmates. We’ll hold space for what has been, what will linger and what you’ll take with you. This event is supported by the Chaplains in partnership with seniors!
Senior Class Social
8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.; Bateman Plaza and Great Lawn
Join your classmates for an evening on food, music and celebration outside the Campus Center. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be rescheduled for Thursday, May 11 at the same time and location.
Wednesday, May 10
Athletic Commencement for Spring Athletes
Hosted By Macalester Athletics
11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.; Hall of Fame Room, Leonard Center
Senior Art Show
12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; Law Warshaw Gallery, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Commons
Lavender Graduation
Hosted By the Lealtad-Suzuki Center for Social Change
2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; Hill Ballroom, Kagin Commons
RSVPs required. Please email [email protected] if you are interested in attending.
Last Supper
Co-Hosted by Bon Appetit
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.; Cafe Mac, Campus Center
Enjoy a final meal in Cafe Mac with selected favorites from your time at Macalester!
Senior Class Night at the Science Museum of Minnesota
8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.; Science Museum of Minnesota
A beloved tradition returns. Join your classmates for a private event at the Science Museum. Transportation will be provided for all participants.
Thursday, May 11
Commencement Rehearsal & Class Photo
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; Leonard Center Field House (Rehearsal) and Gym (Photo)
Senior Art Show
12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; Law Warshaw Gallery, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Commons
International Graduate Reception
Hosted by International Student Programs
4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.; Hill Ballroom, Kagin Commons
Friday, May 12
Phi Beta Kappa Induction
11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.; Weyerhaeuser Chapel
Zero Waste Picnic (free)
11:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m.; Cafe Mac, Campus Center
Senior Art Show
12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.; Law Warshaw Gallery, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Commons
Rites of Passage
Hosted by the Lealtad-Suzuki Center for Social Change
1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.; Hill Ballroom, Kagin Commons
Please RSVP here to attend.
Academic Department Receptions
3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.; Campuswide
Seniors in Recital
5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Mairs Concert Hall, Music Building
Shabbat Gathering
5:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.; Chapel Lawn
Graduating seniors, bring your friends, families, and guests for one final gathering with Macalester’s Jewish community. We’ll have time to connect, share stories, sing, and have a bite of challah together as we celebrate your commencement. Questions? Email Rabbi Emma: [email protected]
Saturday, May 13
All-College Breakfast
8:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.; Cafe Mac, Campus Center
Honoring the Journey
8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.; Mairs Concert Hall, Music Building
Commencement Ceremony
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Macalester Stadium (Rainsite Leonard Center Field House)
Senior Art Show
12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; Law Warshaw Gallery, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Commons
Rental Robe Return
Following Commencement Ceremony; Leonard Center Portico (Scottie’s in Leonard Center if indoors)
Robes MUST be checked in by graduate in order to confirm return. There is no drop box and graduates must get their named marked off to confirm robe return. Thank you!
Questions about Senior Week? Contact Andy Williams at [email protected]