Student Life
Student Life
There are many traditions that help define what it means to be a Bobcat. Quinnipiac emphasizes community through fun and educational traditions and annual events all year long. Learn more about what Quinnipiac has to offer.
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Hundreds of upper-class students assist first-year students with the move-in process, followed by several welcome events including the welcome ceremony, welcome BBQ, and a variety of fun activities. Past events have included bingo, a hypnotist and a late-night lounge party.
The week before the first day of fall semester classes
All undergraduate students are encouraged to learn more about our 175+ student-run organizations and can sign up to get involved during our annual Engagement Fair.
During the first week of classes
Each year in the fall, Quinnipiac invites all parents, families and alumni back to the university for a weekend to experience all that our beautiful campuses have to offer. Numerous events are also offered for all Bobcats to participate in, connecting and making new memories along the way.
Fall Fest is co-sponsored by the Student Programming Board (SPB) and WQAQ-FM that features artists and DJs to celebrate the second half of the fall semester. During this fun event, students can enjoy an outdoor concert and festival.
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated nationally between September 15 and October 15, gives our Quinnipiac community the opportunity to learn about the rich histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestry can be traced to more than 20 countries in Latin America, including Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.
September 15 to October 15
Fresh Check Day is all about suicide prevention and mental health awareness on campus. This is a collaborative program with the Quinnipiac community and our Hartford HealthCare partners. During the day, students can relax, learn new skills, participate in activities and win giveaways all relating to mental health.
The Quinnipiac community pauses each October to celebrate and observe Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer history.
Month of October
Native American Heritage Month is recognized each November and gives our Bobcat family the opportunity to celebrate the many diverse cultures and important contributions of Native and Indigenous communities.
Month of November
The M&T Bank Arena hosts the fiercest rivalry in college hockey each year as the men's ice hockey team hosts the Yale Bulldogs. The winner takes home the Heroes Hat, which honors those who risked or lost their lives following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. It remembers Joseph Mascali (FDNY/Staten Island 5), father of Quinnipiac alumni Chris '05, Jenn '02 and Katie Mascali '14.
International Education Week offers us an opportunity to celebrate all the ways that international education benefits the world and the Quinnipiac community.
November
The university community comes together to ring in the holiday season and illuminate the longest nights of the year with holiday lights and cheer at the annual Quad lighting.
Undergraduate, graduate, law and medicine students savor delicious meal together provided by Quinnipiac for a night to remember. Get together with friends and get in the holiday spirit for these annual holiday dinners, a tradition dating back more than 3 decades.
After the Thanksgiving break
February gives our Bobcat family the opportunity to celebrate the rich history and diverse contributions of the Black American community.
Month of February
March presents the Quinnipiac community with the opportunity to celebrate the many contributions of women at our university and throughout our society.
Month of March
The university celebrates the enduring contributions of the members of our Asian Pacific Islander community throughout the year, with a special emphasis in April.
Month of April
QTHON is a year-long fundraising initiative that is celebrated during a day-long dance event led by Quinnipiac students for Connecticut Children’s. During this event, there is dancing, games, music and more as participants anticipate the big fundraising reveal from their efforts.
Spring semester
Every year, the university hosts an annual day of service, known as The Big Event, throughout Connecticut where more than 1,600 students, faculty, staff and alumni give back to more than 100 non-profit organizations in local and surrounding areas.
April
The Student Programming Board puts on an annual Wake the Giant concert every spring where a chosen headliner performs for the student body. In past years, the school has hosted artists including Khalid, Kesha, Blackbear and Offset.
Spring semester
See all the coverage of the Wake the Giant concert with Flo Rida
During Earth Week, Quinnipiac students have the opportunity to participate in nourishing activities such as hiking, yoga, the annual Earth Day Fair and an Eco Fashion Show.
Saturday, April 21 - Sunday, April 27, 2024
It is our honor to celebrate our graduates each year at our annual Commencement exercises for our eight schools and College of Arts and Sciences.
May 10-12, 2024
The university celebrates the important contributions of our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning community throughout the year, with a special emphasis in June in honor of Pride month.
Month of June
Academic calendars allow you to plan for the beginning and ending semester dates, significant academic dates, breaks and holidays. This calendar also includes events like Alumni Weekend, Parents and Family Weekend, Orientations, Open Houses, and other special events.
NCAA Division I athletics is an integral part of the Quinnipiac community, bringing together students, alumni and fans around the world. It’s easy to keep up with Quinnipiac Bobcat athletics. All of our men’s and women’s basketball and ice hockey home games are broadcast on ESPN3, and all tickets to home games are free for current students.
With several events a year held throughout the country, you have a wealth of opportunities to connect with your fellow Quinnipiac alumni. You're invited to Bobcat sporting events, regional gatherings, concerts, campus lectures, volunteer days, as well as career programming.
