CLASS PROGRAMMING

Class of 2013

Seniors, we are looking forward to a year of fun and excitement as Hofstra supports you as you advance toward your goal of graduation and starting your career or continuing your education! Find out more about the Class of 2013 and the resources and events to make your senior year special!

And make sure you take advantage of the Backpack to Briefcase Senior Seminars.  These monthly workshops are offered to give seniors an opportunity to learn some important tips and refine some last minute skills to be fully prepared for life after graduation.  Workshop topics range from budget management, to apartment-hunting, to interview and job negotiation skills, and more!  Seniors – catch as many workshops as you can throughout the year and become eligible to win Hofstra Senior Week tickets, Gala tickets, or a Hofstra diploma frame.  Contact osla@hofstra.edu with any questions.

Class of 2014
It's your junior year! If you haven't done so already, this is the year to meet with the Career Center to discuss internships and career opportunities, develop your leadership skills by refining your campus involvement and give back by participating in service opportunities.

Class of 2015
Sophomores, the second year of courses at Hofstra offers you the opportunity for more personal development and exploration of yourself and resources and involvement opportunities on campus. We hope this list of events and resources starts you on your journey for better defining what you want your experience to be like during your four years at Hofstra!

Class of 2016
First year Hofstra students, this is an exciting time for you as you adapt to your new environment at Hofstra. There are many resources and programs beyond  Welcome Week that will continue to assist you in your transition at Hofstra University. Whether you are on an Explore Next Door (END) Trip into New York City or registering for the first time with your peers during the Fall semester there are many traditional events that will continue throughout your first year!

Transfers
Transfer students you have a unique opportunity to begin at Hofstra with experience from another institution while meeting new peers, faculty and staff at Hofstra and finding your niche here! We have collected many resources for you and planned programs throughout Welcome Week for you to meet new students and get comfortable with the campus prior to classes starting.

ANNUAL PROGRAMMING

September 11th Memorial 
Each year we remember those who lost their lives, those whose lives were saved, and all whose lives were changed forever by the tragedies that occurred on September 11th. Plant a flag in the Circle of Remembrance and join the Hofstra community on 9/11 at the Memorial Service (Noon at CV Star Labrynth) to remember Hofstra Alumni who have died due to September 11th.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month
This month (October) of educational programs helps teach the Hofstra community about relationships and dating and what to do if you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship. Programs include speakers, an annual walk, and various interactive opportunities for students to learn about the dangers of Domestic Violence.  For a list of resources about Domestic Violence click here.

Alcohol Awareness Week
This week of programs helps educate the Hofstra community about the dangers of alcohol. In addition, we work to educate students about the alternatives to drinking through their college years and beyond. Our goal is to give students the information they need to make healthy choices.

Hofstra Celebrates the Holidays
This Hofstra tradition works to celebrate and educate the Hofstra community about the various holidays and traditions that are celebrated world-wide. Student clubs and organizations paint the Student Center Main Dining Room windows to display their interpretation of these events. As well, they create crafts at each window and invite local groups such as the Hempstead Boys and Girls Club  to join them to enjoy the windows and interact with Hofstra students through various fun activities.

Safe Spring Break
The goal of Safe Spring Break Week is to educate students about the various dangers that can occur on a spring break trip. We aim to give students the information they need to make informed decisions about health, stress, and responsibility not only during spring break but through their entire lives. For Safe Spring break tips click here.

Stressbusters
This series of events work to limit the stress of students while studying for their final exams. These events encourage students to take a break and relax a little to recharge their batteries during this often stressful time. Events include yoga and massage sessions, games, and art activities. Click here for more resources to help you de-stress at Hofstra!

Things You Can Do On Your Own!

There's no reason to wait for programming! Below are 75 things every student should do before they graduate from Hofstra.

75 Things to do before you graduate

1. Walk over the Unispan that connects Hagedorn and the University Dome
2. Do laps in the Physical Education Center pool
3. Eat a sampler at Kate and Willyís
4. Become an active member in a club or Fraternity or Sorority
5. Create your own omelet at the Student Center
6. Listen to the radio station 88.7fm WRHU, Radio Hofstra University
7. Spend a full night in Axinn Library during finals
8. Watch an episode of Thursday Night Live on Hofstra TV
9. Watch a film in the viewing room of the Film and Media Library
10. Attend a late night movie in the Student Center Theatre on Friday nights
11. Help build a Homecoming float to celebrate the special event
12. Enjoy an awesome time at Music Fest
13. Eat healthy at the Organic Grill
14. Visit and meet President Rabinowitz during his Open Office Hours
15. Take your yearbook picture
16. Vote in the SGA elections
17. Serve the community an Alternative Spring Break trip
18. Ride the Blue Beatle and Shuttle Bus Service
19. Participate in the Discovery Program as a first year or a Discover Program Leader
20. Apply for a leadership position on campus such as Resident Assistant, Welcome Week Leader, or Orientation Leader.
21. Cherish Hofstraís beautiful and natural arboretum
22. Experience the Late Night Breakfast
23. Get a massage during Stress Busters
24. Visit the Career Center and learn about internships, job skills, graduate school and careers!
25. Explore the Bird Sanctuary
26. Study Abroad through Hofstra University
27. Have lunch in the University Club with your favorite faculty or administrator
28. Attend a midnight movie sponsored by Entertainment Unlimited
29. Buy a Hofstra sweatshirt
30. Sing Karaoke on a Friday night in the Netherlands Core
31. Learn about Hofstra history
32. Check out the amazing exhibits in the Emily Lowe Gallery
33. Enjoy a coffee at the CafÈ on the Quad
34. Cheer on the Hofstra Pride at a sporting event
35. Make a toast during the Senior Toast
36. Meet your Advisement Dean
37. Attend a play at Adams Playhouse
38. Play frisbee in Memorial Quad
39. Visit Calkins Computer Lab
40. Admire student art work in Calkins Hall
41. Count how many statues are on campus
42. Fill up your reusable bottle at the Hydration Station, in the Netherlands or the Mack Student Center
43. Take a class in Breslin Hall
44. Enjoy a Red Mango frozen yogurt at Bits and Bites
45. Read an on campus publication
46. Experience the Hofstra Dance
47. Register in order to graduate
48. Attend the Dutch, Irish or Italian Festival on Campus
49. Use a Zip Car
50. Enroll in a first year cluster
51. Take advantage of Living Learning Communities
52. Participate in Heritage Month programming through the Multicultural and International Student Programs Office
53. Check out who is at the Student Center Atrium tables
54. Help your community
55. Visit the Hofstra University Museum
56. Eat a Lackmann cookie
57. Take a trip to NYC through the Explore Next Door Traips (END)
58. Get a job through Student Employment
59. Participate in Hofstra Celebrates the Holidays
60. Take a picture with Kate and Willie
61. Participate in a meditation group with the Student Counseling Services
62. Work towards being recognized at the Student Leadership Awards
63. Check out the Stars on Sunday in the Hofstra University Observatory
64. Write an article for the Hofstra Chronicle
65. Participate in an intramural sport
66. Check out the Hofstra Film Festival
67. Walk the labyrinth in front of C.V. Starr Hall
68. Participate in the walk against Domestic Violence Awareness
69. Enjoy an event at Hofstra USA
70. Play pool in the Game Room
71. Work out in the Fitness Center
72. Know the Pride Principles
73. Take an unusual elective class

74. Stretch out at a yoga class

75. Enjoy your last moments with friends and loved ones because college memories last a lifetime!

Fall Festival
This annual Hofstra tradition, welcomes the entire Hofstra community to campus for a fun-filled weekend of events. We hope you are able to join us. For more information go to the Fall Festival main page.

Hofstra's Got Talent
This annual competition showcases just how talented our Hofstra students are. During new student summer orientation, new students compete to display their talent each week ending in a new student final during Welcome Week. New students who win the Welcome Week competition go on to face upper classmen during Fall Festival Weekend, where Hofstra's most talented will be crowned!

Parade of Floats
One of Hofstra's most exciting traditions the parade is a fun-filled event with student organizations working to build theme-based floats, walking in the parade representing their organization and a display of our Hofstra spirit! Clubs and organizations interested in building a float, please download the application.

Hofstra's King and Queen
Hofstra's Senior Class student leaders apply to be King or Queen of Hofstra for the year. These students display their talents at the King and Queen showcase the Thursday prior to Fall Festival weekend and are crowned on stage Saturday at Vibe Live. The court as well as the crowned King and Queen continue on in their role to support Alumni Affairs in the Senior Class Challenge!

Applications available here. Applications are due Friday Sept 14th in 260 SC.

EVENING & WEEKEND PROGRAMMING

Each weekend there are various programs occurring on campus. There is never a dull weekend here at Hofstra.  See below for some of our academic year programs as well as services to access throughout the weekend!

Karaoke Fridays
Fridays (except the First Friday of the month) in Hofstra USA dining area there is a office sponsored Karaoke night. Come out with your friends and meet new students who also like to enjoy themselves on a Friday evening belting out a few tunes. Join us from 7p.m. – 9p.m. in Hof USA for Karaoke!

First Fridays
Each first Friday of the month, the Office of Student Leadership and Activities hosts a special themed event in Hofstra USA Upper Level, from 7:00p.m. – 9:00p.m. In the past, we have held events such as hosting game nights, making cards for soldiers, and recently, throwing a big kick-off celebration to open up Women’s History Month. The events are only getting bigger and better, so be sure to stay tuned!

Next month:
Stressbusters Edition
Feeling the heat of exams? Come cool down with an ice cream
social, as well as tips and tricks on how to avoid the burn 
this finals season!

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