AT LINCOLN CENTER

SENIORWEEK

2016

DEAR

The moment we’ve been anticipating is almost here. But before we walk across that stage at graduation, we still have some memories to make! The Senior Week Committee is beyond excited to share with you the programs we have planned, all aimed at celebrating our time here at Fordham’s Lincoln Center campus. From a wine tasting to a boat cruise, Senior Week 2016 is poised to be the best yet! So before Commencement rolls around, let’s make the most of the time we have left together. And remember—no matter what, we are Fordham!

Your Senior Week Committee:

Katrina Gomez, FCLC ’16, Co-Chair Austin Malone, FCLC ’16, Co-Chair

Jacob Azrilyant, FCLC ’16 Jalen Glenn, FCLC ’16 Jocelyn Hernandez, FCLC ’16 Katrina Bernhardt, FCLC ’17 Fatama Rahman, FCLC ’17

SENIORS

MONDAY, MAY 16SENIOR WEEK KICKOFF7 p.m. | Costantino Room, Law School Tickets: $5 per person

WE ARE ... FORDHAM! Join your classmates as we kick off Senior Week with a celebration of all you have accomplished over the last four years.

TUESDAY, MAY 17SENIOR WINE TASTING7 p.m. | Etcetera Etcetera Restaurant 352 W. 44th St. (between Eighth and Ninth avenues) Tickets: $50 per person

Join us at Etcetera Etcetera Restaurant for a relaxing and fun evening. Indulge in a three-course Italian-Mediterranean dinner, perfectly complemented by a variety of wines (which you will learn more about from an expert sommelier). This night will offer you the perfect opportunity to dress up and reminisce with your friends. You must be at least 21 years of age to purchase a ticket and attend.

EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18ALWAYS A RAM CARNIVAL5:30 p.m. | Lowenstein Center, Plaza Level Tickets: $5 per person

Join Joseph M. McShane, SJ, president of Fordham University, and your classmates for a carnival celebrating our Fordham pride—including a special appearance by the Ram! Spend time with your RAMily playing games, eating barbecue, and dancing.

THURSDAY, MAY 19MIDWEEK LUNCH1 – 2 p.m. | Lowenstein Center, Student Lounge Tickets: Complimentary

Celebrate the midweek, midday! Join us one last time before the Boat Cruise, and enjoy a stress-free afternoon complete with free food and good friends.

BOAT CRUISE 7:30 p.m. – Midnight | World Yacht Pier West 41st Street and 12th Avenue Tickets: $100 for Lincoln Center seniors, $150 for guests

Set sail on this Senior Week tradition for a night of music, dancing, and fun beneath the stars as you cruise around New York harbor with your friends! Tickets include a three-course meal and open bar (with valid proof of age). One guest ticket per senior. There will be limited guest tickets for this event.

FRIDAY, MAY 20BACCALAUREATE MASS5 p.m. | Church of St. Paul the Apostle 60th Street and Columbus Avenue

The Class of 2016 and their families will gather to celebrate, remember, and look ahead. The Mass will be celebrated by Robert R. Grimes, SJ, dean of Fordham College at Lincoln Center. Give thanks for the many blessings of your college career and pray for blessings on your future journey. All are welcome.

FAMILY RECEPTION6:15 p.m. | Lowenstein Center, Plaza Level Tickets: All seniors may request three complimentary tickets (for you and two guests). Additional tickets are $10 each.

Celebrate all you have achieved at Fordham with your family. This is a great opportunity for you to mingle with friends, faculty, and administrators before Commencement. Seniors may request three complimentary tickets and purchase additional tickets during Senior Week sales. Tickets are required for admittance and valid proof of age is required to consume alcohol.

LINCOLN CENTER LEGACYDo You Have Alumni Parents?The University proudly recognizes families with a Fordham heritage. We invite alumni parents to participate in the University Commencement ceremony. Be sure to stop by the Alumni Relations table at the Family Reception to receive a special gift.

STUDENTS SUPPORTING STUDENTS The Student Philanthropy Committee invites members of the Class of 2016 and their families to contribute to the Senior Class Gift. The Senior Class Gift is a tradition that allows you and your classmates to leave a legacy that will enrich the experience of Fordham students now and forever. You may direct your gift in a variety of ways. To learn more, like the Senior Class Gift page on Facebook (facebook.com/fordhamspc).

The Student Philanthropy Committee encourages graduating seniors to make a gift of $20.16 or more. Your gift of $50 or more includes membership to the Young Alumni President’s Club (YAPC). For more information on the benefits of joining YAPC, visit fordham.edu/yapc.

Make your gift online at fordham.edu/seniorclassgift to make an immediate impact. For more information, please contact Daniela Rocco, assistant director of the Fordham Fund, at 646-312-8268 or drocco@fordham.edu.

SATURDAY, MAY 21LEGACY COMMENCEMENT PROCESSION AND SASH PICKUP8:30 – 9:15 a.m. | Daleo Hall, Hughes Hall

Fordham alumni with a son or daughter graduating are invited to march in the University Commencement procession and be seated on the Terrace of the Presidents during the Commencement ceremony.

Space is limited and parents must register. To register, or to learn more, visit fordham.edu/legacy.

For more information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 212-636-7068.

EVENT GUIDELINES• All events will take place rain or shine.• Bring your Fordham ID, valid proof of age, and an admission ticket (if required) to

all events.• Bringing alcohol to an event is strictly prohibited. All persons who arrive to an event

intoxicated will be refused admission.• Due to increased security at our venues, bags are not permitted at any event or on

any trip.• Remember: Drinking and driving do not mix! If you choose to drink, please drink

responsibly, and always assign a designated driver.• For more information about Senior Week 2016 at Lincoln Center, contact the Office

of Student Leadership and Community Development at 212-636-6250, or visit fordham.edu/seniorweeklc.

ALCOHOL As with every University-sponsored event, no person under the age of 21 may possess, consume, or be in the presence of alcohol, except in officially designated spaces. Although alcohol will be available for purchase for students over the age of 21 during select Senior Week events, students are prohibited from bringing alcohol—or other outside beverages—to any event. If a student arrives at an event intoxicated, he or she will not be granted admission.

Fordham prohibits inappropriate behavior that is a direct result of alcohol consumption. Any student who is observed to be intoxicated may be found in violation of the University’s alcohol policy. Conduct resulting from the consumption of alcohol that is in any way illegal or in violation of any other policy is also prohibited.

TICKET PICKUP INFORMATIONTickets will be available for pickup outside the Office of Student Leadership and Community Development in Lowenstein 408 beginning in early May. Additional information will be made available at fordham.edu/seniorweeklc.

TICKET SALES INFORMATION• Tickets will be available online at fordham.edu/seniorweeklc from Monday, March 14

through Friday, April 22 (or until tickets are sold out).• No tickets will be available after Friday, April 22.• Tickets will be sold only to Fordham College at Lincoln Center seniors who graduated

in February 2016 or will be graduating in May or August 2016.• Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable.• Tickets are required for the Senior Week Kickoff; Senior Wine Tasting; Always a Ram

Carnival; Midweek Lunch; Boat Cruise; and Family Reception.• For the Boat Cruise, you may purchase a maximum of two tickets (for you and a guest).• You have the option to buy additional tickets for the Family Reception.• For all other ticketed events, seniors can only purchase/request one ticket per event.• Tickets will not be sold at the door for any Senior Week events. Please plan ahead and

buy your tickets early to guarantee admission.