Senior Week 2023
It’s time to celebrate the undergraduate Class of 2023! All tickets that are available on University Tickets will be available until 12 p.m. the business day before the event or until they are sold out.
Please make sure you review the Senior Week FAQ to make sure you bring everything you need to the events!
Agenda
Saturday, May 6
- Day at Mendon Ponds Park
Get off campus and enjoy Monroe County’s largest park with 2,500 acres of woodlands, ponds, wetlands and glacially created landforms. In 1969, it was named to the National Registry of Natural Landmarks due to its geologic history and presence of significant kames, eskers, and kettles.
Tickets include transportation and a sack lunch. Buses will leave Rush Rhees Library at 9:45 a.m. and will be returning at 1 p.m.
Event Information
Where: Mendon Ponds Park
When: Depart at 9:45 a.m. EDT, return at 1 p.m. EDT
Price: $10
Registration: Register on University Tickets - Senior Donor Rooftop Happy Hour
Picture this…you and your friends are sipping a free beer, glass of wine, or cocktail of your choice while taking in the views from a rooftop patio in downtown Rochester. Afterwards, you drown your feelings in a huge plate of delicious appetizers. All of this can be found at this year’s final Senior Donor Happy Hour – in celebration of this year’s generous Senior Giving Campaign donors!
This event is exclusively for current donors so make your gift online today to qualify! Advance registration will be required as space is limited.
Transportation to and from the River Campus will be provided. On-site parking is also available for a fee. Details will be communicated to all registrants in advance.
Event Information
Where: Hyatt Rochester, 125 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604
When: Saturday, May 6 from 6-8 p.m.
Registration: YES (space is limited) - Senior Night on East and Alexander
Come join us for our last senior night before graduating on East and Alexander. Seniors will have exclusive access to Ox & Stone, Daily Refresher, and Swan Dive
Transportation will be provided to East and Alexander. Bring your UR student ID and government-issued ID. 21+ only.
Event Information
Where: East and Alexander
When: Depart at 9:45 p.m. EDT, return at 2 a.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets
Sunday, May 7
- Senior Brunch
Instead of just having cereal or toast in the morning, head over to Feldman Ballroom for a meal that you don't have to make, and that's probably a little more tasteful! Tickets will include one drink from the bar.
ID/Government ID will be required. Those 21+ will get a drink included in their ticket (Mimosa or Bloody Mary) and additional drinks can be purchased with cash. Menu will be listed soon!
Event Information
Where: Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons
When: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets - Dave & Buster's
End the first day of Senior Week by coming out to Dave & Buster's to eat, drink, and play the hundreds of the hottest new arcade games they have to offer!
Ticket includes bus rides there and back and a Dave & Buster's Power Card (only power cards bought at UR will include unlimited game play for non-ticketed games - a $17 value if you want to purchase it at Dave & Buster's directly!). If you want to purchase alcohol on-site, make sure that you bring a valid government ID/passport.
There will be two 2-hour sessions available (100 people each) on University Tickets! Shuttles will leave at 3:45 p.m. (4 - 6 p.m. section) and 5:45 p.m. (6 - 8 p.m. section).
Event Information
Where: Shuttles leave from Rush Rhees Library
When: Shuttles depart at 3:45 p.m. EDT (Section 1) and 5:45 p.m. EDT (Section 2)
Registration: Register on University Tickets - Paint & Wine Night
Channel your inner Picasso! Tickets include 1 glass of wine, guided instruction for painting with a twist, a charcuterie board kit, and a drink!
Please bring state ID or passport if planning on drinking alcohol.
Event Information
Where: May Room, Wilson Commons
When: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets
Monday, May 8
- Golf Scramble
Rise and shine its golf time! This is a scramble, so you will be playing best ball in teams of four. All skill levels are welcome, so grab three of your closest friends and spend the morning in the sun giving your best go at winning some prizes! This is not for first time golfers.
A ticket gets you an 8:30 a.m. tee time at Riverton Golf Club, nine holes of golf, lunch, cart, and prizes to the winners! Club rentals are available for a charge. Transportation NOT provided.
Event Information
Where: Riverton Golf Club, 514 Scottsville - West Henrietta Rd, West Henrietta, NY 14586
When: 8:30 a.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets
Featured
Senior Picnic with the President
12 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Wilson Quad
Enjoy senior week with your friends. There will be a wide selection of food to enjoy! Bring your friends to eat and enjoy some lawn games! Sponsored by the Office of the President!
- Paintball
Ready, Set, Paintball! We're going to the Rochester Paintball Playing Field!
A ticket includes 250 paintballs during this 2-hour time slot (2 p.m. - 4 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.). Transportation is NOT provided.
Event Information
Where: Rochester Paintball Playing Field, 1250 Scottsville Rd #100
When: Multiple time slots- 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. EDT
- 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets
- Beer Fest
Welcome to the Local Brewery Tastings! Enjoy the best batches of brew that local breweries have to offer! You will be able to enjoy 5 samples along with amazing appetizers to go along with your beer or cider!
Valid government ID and UR ID required.
Event Information
Where: Wilson Quad Tent
When: Multiple time slots- 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EDT
- 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets - Movie on the Quad
Tuesday, May 9
- Canoeing and Kayaking (Day 1)
Enjoy a lovely day of canoeing and kayaking through Rochester on the Genesee River. You get to enjoy a two-hour session of floating through the city.
Canoe and kayak rentals will take place at the Genesee Waterways Center. Transportation is NOT provided (walking distance).
Event Information
Where: Genesee Waterways Center
When: Multiple time slots- 10: 30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT
- 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. EDT
Registration : Register on University Tickets
- Day at the Vineyard
Headed out into the real world and still don't know the difference between a sauvignon blanc and a pinot grigio? We have the perfect solution for you! Join us for a meal and tasting at the Deer Run Winery.
Your ticket includes the bus ride, lunch, and tastings. Valid government ID and UR ID required.
You must take UR transportation to attend this event and an Individual Travel Waiver is required
Event Information
Where: Deer Run Winery
When: Multiple time slots- 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. EDT
- 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. EDT
Registration : Register on University Tickets
- Library Tower Tours (Day 1)
Explore Rush Rhees Library’s towers and enjoy a beautiful view of the city of Rochester and the Genesee River. UR students are only able to access this special viewpoint twice a year: during the Halloween scavenger hunt or during Senior Week.
Meeting point will be Q&I in the library.
Event Information
Where: Rush Rhees Library
When: 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Registration: None Required
Cost: Free
Featured
Decorate UR Grad Cap
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. EDT | Hirst Lounge
Graduation is just days away! Come to Wilson Quad Tent any between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 10 to decorate your graduation cap! You bring your graduation cap and we will provide all of the decoration materials. This is a free event sponsored by Wilson Commons Student Activities & Hajim School of Engineering.
- Red Wings Baseball Game
Rochester Red Wings vs. the Worcester Red Sox
Event Information
Where: Frontier Field; Shuttles leave from Rush Rhees Library
When: Shuttles start at 5:30 p.m. EDT; Game starts at 6:05 p.m. EDT
Registration: Register on University Tickets
Wednesday, May 10
Featured
Decorate UR Grad Cap
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. EDT | Hirst Lounge
Graduation is just days away! Come to Wilson Quad Tent any between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 10 to decorate your graduation cap! You bring your graduation cap and we will provide all of the decoration materials. This is a free event sponsored by Wilson Commons Student Activities & Hajim School of Engineering.
- Canoeing and Kayaking (Day 2)
Enjoy a lovely day of canoeing and kayaking through Rochester on the Genesee River. You get to enjoy a two-hour session of floating through the city.
Canoe and kayak rentals will take place at the Genesee Waterways Center. Transportation is NOT provided (walking distance).
Event Information
Where: Genesee Waterways Center
When: Multiple time slots- 10: 30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT
- 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. EDT
Registration : Register on University Tickets
- Library Tower Tours (Day 2)
Explore Rush Rhees Library’s towers and enjoy a beautiful view of the city of Rochester and the Genesee River. UR students are only able to access this special viewpoint twice a year: during the Halloween scavenger hunt or during Senior Week.
Meeting point will be Q&I in the library.
Event Information
Where: Rush Rhees Library
When: 12:30 - 3 p.m. EDT
Registration: None Required
Cost: Free - Rainbow Graduation
For anyone belonging to the LGBTQ community graduating from all University of Rochester schools in the Class of 2023! The event will be on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 in the May Room (4 Floor Wilson Commons).
Event Information
Where: May Room, Wilson Commons
When: 3:30 - 5 p.m. EDT
Registration: Register on Google Forms
Cost: Free - Radio Social
Bowling is fun in your spare time. Time to get off campus and have some fun with friends! You are welcome to purchase food and drinks on-site!
Your ticket includes two hours at Radio Social so make some lasting memories with your friends and classmates. You don’t want to miss out. Transportation is NOT provided.
Event Information
Where: Radio Social
When: Multiple time slots- 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. EDT
- 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. EDT
Registration : Register on University Tickets
- Senior Ball
Experience prom a second time and bid farewell to your college time and friends at this year’s Senior Ball. Appetizers, an open bar, DJ and live band included in ticket price. Semi-formal or formal wear is encouraged.
Buses will be looping from Rush Rhees Library Stop to the Hyatt from 8:45 p.m. and 1 a.m. EDT.
Event Information
Where: Hyatt Regency, Rochester
When: 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. EDT
Price: $55
Registration: Register on University Tickets
Thursday, May 11
- Pre-Commencement Rehearsal & Celebration!
We are less than 24 hours away from the first commencement ceremony on May 12! Join your class council and special guests as we prepare for the exciting day! At the end of the event, your class council will say our parting words to the best class there ever was; that’s right '23 — we’re talking to you! Also, not to mention a toast!
Event Information
Where: Strong Auditorium
When: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. EDT
Cost: Free - Library Tower Tours (Day 3)
Explore Rush Rhees Library’s towers and enjoy a beautiful view of the city of Rochester and the Genesee River. UR students are only able to access this special viewpoint twice a year: during the Halloween scavenger hunt or during Senior Week.
Meeting point will be Q&I in the library.
Event Information
Where: Rush Rhees Library
When: 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Registration: None Required
Cost: Free - First-Generation Commencement Reception
The First-Generation Students and Families Committee invites graduating first-generation seniors and families to celebrate the success of the class of 2023.
Event Information
Where: May Room, Wilson Commons
When: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. EDT
Cost: Free
Friday, May 12
Congratulations '23
Commencement
9 a.m. | Fauver Stadium
This is it, Class of 2023! We did it!! Now, all that's left is your departmental ceremonies and you’re officially a graduate! Thank you for the past four years!
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