HUSSON: Student Life, Traditions

Orientation
Held for all entering students the weekend before the University returns for the Fall Semester. It allows for the in-coming class to bond and develop relationships throughout a weekend experience of fun and formal presentations introducing students and families to the "Husson Experience." This will be the first time you will have a chance to meet with your faculty, advisers and other student services staff on campus. During the weekend there are events that have evolved to be Husson traditions as well.

Homecoming
Held in the fall each year. Homecoming is an opportunity for alumni and current students to share in the Husson experience and renew traditions.

Homecoming Football Game
The Saturday afternoon football game is a highlight of homecoming. Win or lose, Husson fans have a great time and the alums celebrate with a big dinner and plenty of awards.

Alumni Banquet
Held during Homecoming Weekend for both alumni and current students.

Alumni Hall of Fame Inductions
Alumni are recognized and inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame based on their outstanding accomplishments since their graduation. These awards are made during the Alumni Banquet.

Sports Hall of Fame Inductions
Outstanding alumni are inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame during homecoming weekend.

Midnight Madness
Held in the fall each year for the entire student body. This event is scheduled on the day that NCAA rules allow for basketball practice to begin. At midnight there is an opportunity for a student to make a $10,000.00 dollar shot. The event gives the student body an opportunity to develop school spirit and recognize all athletic teams and players.

Ice Cream Social
Faculty and staff serve students mid to late fall semester to an ice cream Sundae buffet. A real morale booster.

Winter Carnival
Held in mid-February it is a time for all students, clubs and organizations to participate in ice sculpture competition and winter games.

International Day
A day set aside to honor the diversity and customs of our international student body...it is capped with a fashion show and demonstration of customs and foods.

Greek Week
A week of activities to highlight Greek life on the Husson campus. Fun and service project opportunities are the focus for the week.

Late Night Breakfast
During finals of the spring semester the faculty, administration and staff serve a late night breakfast to the entire student body. Serving includes table service and clearing trays.

Etiquette Dinner
Sponsored by Dining Services and Career Development this is an evening where students are given an opportunity to enjoy fine dining and learn more about dining etiquette.

Husson Spirit Weekend
A new tradition which captures the essence of what was formally known as "Chief Week" is beginning this year. It will be a two to three day event which will begin with a "service day" on Friday during the spring semester, followed by a full day of fun activities and ending with a campus wide concert or other major event and ending with a spirit brunch on Sunday.

Commencement
The capstone of the collegiate experience. Commencement is held outside at the Winkin Complex. In the event of inclement weather it will be in the Newman Gymnasium.