Class of 2025 Senior Events
Congratulations, graduates! We look forward to celebrating you and all your accomplishments as we approach the big day just around the corner! Please join us for the following senior events on campus and beyond. If you have any questions, please contact commencement@iona.edu and stay tuned to social media for all the latest.
As always, all the Commencement information you will need can be found online at iona.edu/commencement.
Mug Decorating, 4/14
5–7 p.m.
Murphy Green
Spring Weekend, 4/25-4/27
Friday, April 25
Lip Sync Battle
6–8 p.m.
Hynes East
Who will steal the spotlight and claim the crown?
Join us for the Lip Sync Battle where each fraternity and sorority on campus takes the stage to deliver their most outrageous, over-the-top, and unforgettable musical performances—all for bragging rights and campus glory.
Expect big energy, wild choreography, surprise costumes, and serious competition as our Greek orgs battle it out for the title of Lip Sync Champion.
Saturday, April 26
The Spring Showdown
Noon – 4 p.m.
Mulcahy Gym and Hegarty Room
Hosted by Gaels Activities Board
Get ready for the ultimate campus takeover at The Spring Showdown—our high-energy, end-of-year celebration! Let loose, enjoy the sun, and take on some of the most exciting attractions of the year:
- Bumper Cars – Crash into your friends in a safe and hilarious ride
- Toxic Meltdown – Stay on your feet and dodge the spinning arms
- Leaps and Bounds (Wipeout) – Jump across oversized inflatable balls
- Rapid Speed – Race through a fast-paced obstacle course
Senior Sendoff Area
Seniors, this one’s for you! Celebrate your accomplishments in our Senior Sendoff Zone featuring exclusive senior sendoff t-shirt you can customize yourself, photo ops, and refreshments for students 21+.
Fashion Show
5–7 p.m.
Hynes East
Join us for the highly anticipated Spring Showdown Fashion Show, where student models and designers bring bold looks and serious style to the stage. From statement pieces to campus-inspired fits, this show celebrates fashion, confidence, and the culture that makes Iona unique.
GAB Spring Weekend Senior Sendoff Celebration, 4/26
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Murphy Green
Sunday, April 27
Noon – 4 p.m.
Murphy Green
Join us for Strides for Speech, a family-friendly fundraising event benefiting a local family in need of a full year of services from Iona’s Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic.
Highlights include:
- Bouncy castle
- Basketball arcade game
- Raffle baskets
- Free hearing screenings
- Sensory Lounge in Burke Lounge for guests needing a calming space
This event is co-sponsored by various student organizations and campus partners. Let’s come together to give someone the voice they deserve!
Senior Spirit Week, 4/28-5/2
Details TBA
Paint & Sip Cap Decorating with CSE, 5/6
2–6 p.m.
McGrath
Night at the Museum, 5/9
5:30 p.m.
Met Museum, Manhattan
Movie Night: High School Musical Senior Year, 5/12
7–9 p.m.
Murphy Green
Senior Formal, 5/13
Tuesday, May 13
7 p.m. - Midnight
Glen Island Harbor Club
Attire: Black Tie/Formal
Cocktail Hour: 7-8 p.m.
Dinner and Dancing: 8 p.m. – Midnight
Ticket sales will close on Wednesday April 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the 2025 Senior Formal Waiver before proceeding.
Tickets:
Senior Toast, 5/14
Wednesday, May 14
2-5 p.m.
Murphy Green
(Rain location: LSB Atrium)
This honored tradition features the class of 2025 being welcomed by the Iona Alumni Association and will have food, drinks and a great time!
Registration coming soon!