2025 Grad Celebration Week
Save the Date
Monday, May 12, 2025 - Friday, May 16, 2025
Monday, May 12, 2025
Grad Cap Decorating Fest
Time: 12 - 5 p.m.
Location: Jaguar Den, A2140
Cost of Admission: No Fee
Graduation can be overwhelming, and we’re here to help you recharge! Take a break from the grind and join us for De-Stress Fest, an afternoon dedicated to relaxation and self-care. Whether you're feeling the pressure of exams or just need a little mental reset, we've got something for you. Come for relaxation, stay for the community! Let’s de-stress together.
Workforce 101: Launch Your Career with Confidence
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom - Click link below.
Level up your career game during Grad Celebration Week! Join the Office of Career Services for a two-hour virtual workshop featuring 40 minutes on crafting killer resumes and cover letters, 40 minutes of fast-paced speed mock interviews with instant feedback, and a final 30 minutes for Q&A. Gain practical skills, boost your confidence, and prepare to ace your post-grad job search. Don't miss this opportunity to turn your graduation cap into a career launching pad!
Join on ZoomTuesday, May 13, 2025
Sneaker Ball & Boat Cruise
Time: Boarding begins at 5:30 p.m. Arrival suggested by 5:15 p.m.
Location: Navy Pier, Chicago, IL
Cost of Admission: $70 per person (Plus One Package: $100 per couple)
Must be 21 or older to attend.
Set sail into your future in style! Join us for the ultimate graduation celebration—a Sneaker Ball & Boat Cruise aboard the Odyssey Lake Michigan—where glamour meets the open water for a night of luxury, music, and memories. This exclusive event is the perfect way to celebrate your achievements and mark the end of your college journey. Come dressed to impress in your finest formal wear with a sneaker twist as we cruise into the next chapter of life!
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - CAMPUS CLOSED
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Graduation Celebration Brunch
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Hall of Governors
Cost of Admission: $25
Must be 21 or older to attend.
Join us for a joyous and memorable morning as we celebrate the achievements of the graduating class of 2025! This special brunch is a chance to gather with friends, family, professors, and peers to honor the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments that have led to this momentous occasion.
Friday, May 16, 2025
Class of 2025 Group Photo
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Hall of Governors
As part of the celebrations for the Class of 2025, we invite all graduates to join us for a memorable Graduation Group Photo that will capture this momentous occasion in style! Our attire will be the 2025 Grad Celebration Week T-shirt, we will be meeting in Hall of Governors at Noon for a group photo and fellowshipping. Unable to join us on campus? Tag us on Instagram using #GovStateGrad in your best Jaguar swag!
Represent your college, represent yourself, but most importantly be present for the picture!
ALL PAYMENTS ACCEPTED AT THE CASHIER'S OFFICE. PAYMENT DEADLINE - 5/9/25 AT 5 P.M.
Questions? Email the Center for Student Engagement and Intercultural Programs at CSEIP@govst.edu.
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE