Annual University Events

Each year, Clarkson University is home to several traditional events, including Commencements, Recognition Ceremonies, Family Weekend and alumni weekends. We hope to CU at one of these events soon!

Commencement Ceremonies

Clarkson hosts four Commencement and recognition ceremonies a year.

Students holding Go Knights! banner for freshman convocation

Orientation and Move in Weekend

Orientation and Move In weekend happens every fall for new, incoming students.

Students sitting in on last lecture of the semester

Parents and Family Weekend

This special weekend welcomes our students' family members to campus each fall.

Clarkson men's hockey players huddle in a hug during a game on the ice

Cold Out, Gold Out Weekend

Clarkson alumni and avid hockey fans join together for this fun winter tradition!

A crowd of fans at a Clarkson hockey game during Cold Out Gold Out

Clarkson Alumni Reunion Weekend

Hundreds of alumni gather back in Potsdam each summer for our annual Reunion.

Student experimenting in one of the many CAMP labs

Recognition of Excellence Weekend

This annual spring event recognizes students, faculty and staff for their accomplishments.