Senior Week
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Senior Picnic
Every year, the seniors get together and have a picnic in honor of the finale of the Senior Class Campaign. Seniors bring chairs, blankets and games out to the back quad or Sutton Terrace and enjoy burgers and hot dogs. Cold beverages and alcoholic drinks are provided as well. Seniors must bring their IDs. This event is only for seniors so they can enjoy one of their last days together. Seniors are encouraged to bring memorabilia to put in their class's time capsule.
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Wood Burning
Wood burning, also known as name carving, has become one of the most popular activities during Senior Week. Each year at the Senior Dinner at the President's House, students carve their names somewhere in the basement on the bookcases, doors or door frames.
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Senior Dinner at President's House
Right before the Commencement Ceremony, Roanoke's president invites all seniors to attend a dinner at the President's House. Roanoke's chefs prepare a gourmet meal while encouraging the seniors to assist them. It's a fun, relaxing dinner with food and refreshments on the back patio, roof top and throughout the President's House.
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President's Reception for Graduates & Families
Following Baccalaureate, the President hosts a reception for the graduates and their families. This is a final opportunity for the parents and students to say farewell to our president.
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Post Commencement Celebration
Following the Commencement ceremony, light refreshments are offered on the Back Quad. Graduates and their families have an opportunity to meet one another and to say farewell to the Roanoke's faculty and staff.
