The Hatchet’s 2018 Commencement Guide

May 14, 2018

2018
Commencement Guide

Impress the whole family with activities that have no age limit

Planning an itinerary that entertains rowdy siblings, while making sure your grandparents won’t be aching the whole day can
be difficult.

Stand out in a sea of caps with creative decorating tips based on your personality

Whether you are a fussy crafts queen or the king of memes, here are some tips to make your graduation cap stand out.

Look back at fashion trends that filled your closet over the years

From tracksuits to fedoras, flip through closets past and reminisce before your current trendy wardrobe becomes a timestamp
for college.

Commencement weekend bars fit for clinking glasses with parents

With parents in town, it can be hard to adjust your happy hour favorites to suit the tastes of your family.

Tourist spots outside D.C. to explore in the family car

Maryland and Virginia have plenty of gorgeous tourist spots, and you are more likely to have a brand new experience with
the family.

Cash in new alumni status, take advantage of networks and perks

Whether you want to travel, volunteer or stay connected with classmates, there are alumni benefits to take advantage after
you leave GW.

Post-Commencement brunch spots steps from the ceremony

As Commencement approaches, graduating seniors are faced with important decisions about careers and living situations – and
post-Commencement brunch.

Advice from the CI leaders that introduced graduating seniors to GW

Colonial Inauguration leaders introduce students to the University. Now they’re back to send the graduating class off with
advice.

Graduating student leaders discuss skills you can’t find in textbooks

After at least one year heading student organizations, graduating student leaders value their graduation cords over their
diploma.

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