Red Carpet Reception Spring 2025

What IS Red Carpet Reception? We’re celebrating YOU! Join us for a memorable event featuring several photo opportunities, including the iconic red carpet photo and a magazine-style photobooth. Enjoy delicious food, snacks, celebratory toasts, and the opportunity to receive your philanthropy cord!

All graduating students and their loved ones are welcome! We are partnering with the Office of Intercultural Engagement, Career and Professional Development, and others to bring our student groups the graduation festivities they know and love. Visit the Alumni Engagement and Office of Intercultural Engagement tents to receive a (new this year!) alumni pin!

There is no dress code, but feel free to dress up if you’re feeling fancy! Commencement regalia (cap, gown, etc) is also encouraged. You’ll have plenty of photo opportunities in and around the Alumni House.

Red Carpet Reception is a drop-in event. We’d love for you to join us for the full two hours, but feel free to come and go as you please. The official toasts will take place at 4:30pm, 5:00pm, and 5:30pm.

Snacks will be provided! Small bites and treats will be set up inside and outside of the Alumni House.

Be sure to participate in a toast! For those wanting to toast with champagne, you must be at least 21 years of age. Bring a valid government-issued ID (no student ID cards) to be served champagne. A sparkling non-alcoholic beverage will also be available.

All surfaces lots and decks are free and open to graduates and their families.

There’s a lot to see and do, so check out the event map below so you don’t miss anything! This includes the designated check-in area, photo opportunities, and other points of interest. 

We are no longer accepting online registrations for this event. Walk-up registration will be available at the Alumni House for those planning to attend.