Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Congratulations to the Class of 2013: Senior Toast

We would like to congratulate our Graduating Class of 2013 and their families on a remarkable achievement. It takes great focus to obtain a University degree!

On Friday, May 17, we paid tribute to the Class of 2013's accomplishment as the most recent additions to our alumni rolls during our annual Senior Toast. We thank the Class of 2013 for the strong example they set for future graduating classes and their families for supporting them each step of the way.






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Thursday, May 9, 2013

3EB Rocks Hofstra's Music Fest

This past Saturday, Hofstra students were able to a take a break from their projects and studying to enjoy a beautiful day outside at Hofstra’s annual Spring Music Fest. Each year, Music Fest is put on by one of Hofstra's many student-run organizations, Hofstra Concerts. Running from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., students were able to enjoy live music, games, free food, and the beautiful weather.

The event was hosted by Hofstra Graduate and former “The Voice” contestant, Erin Willett. Hofstra Student/Part-time Rapper Kayden “Tune$” Wong, winner of Hofstra’s “Battle for Music Fest,” opened Music Fest. Following Tune$, Erin Willet came on and sang a few of her new tunes, which were followed by up-and-coming Long Island Band, Persona.


Following Persona was a hit new band called 21 Pilots. Consisting of just a Drummer and a Piano Player with some synthesizers in the background, 21 Pilots put on a rousing show, which involved playing in various costumes, doing back-flips off of their instruments, and ending the show with a drum circle in the middle of the audience. It was really cool.

Finally the headliner, Third Eye Blind, took the stage in front of a packed audience. Many Hofstra students were very excited to see this band as they are a group that students of this age grew up with in the late 1990s. Said lead singer Stephan Jenkins, “We’re not really on tour right now, but we were intrigued to come play for you guys, so we’re just going to wing it,” and wing it they did.  In between songs, the band could be seen discussing which song to play next, and many songs trailed into amazing un-rehearsed jams. After ending the set with their biggest hit, “Jumper,” the crowd called the band back on stage for an encore, with which the band responded with another of their smash hits, “Semi-Charmed Life.”


All in all, the event was a great time for students to take a break from their textbooks and laptops and get out to enjoy a great concert in beautiful spring weather. It was just the break many students needed as they start to head into a stressful exam week.

- Craig Camara, Class of 2014

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Spring Has Sprung!

After many weeks of cold rainy days throughout April, May is finally here and so too is spring! With the temperatures in the 70’s and not a cloud in sight, it seems that spring has finally arrived. Many students can be seen outside the quad studying, hanging out with friends or just relaxing. Many classes have decided that it is just too great outside to hold class outside, and many professors can be seen giving their lectures outside on the grass in the warm sun.

It is also that time of the year for Hofstra’s annual tulips to pop up and make the North Side of campus absolutely gorgeous. These flowers are just one of the many reasons why Hofstra is one of the most beautiful campuses in the country! We here at the Parent and Family Office just wanted to share some pictures of this glorious day so you can join in enjoying their beauty, and we hope that it is equally beautiful wherever you are! Enjoy your spring!





 







-Craig Camara, Class of 2014

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Senior Toast Tabling

To All Parents of Graduating Seniors:

If your student is graduating this May, urge them to stop by the Student Center Atrium on one of the following days to write a note to a loved one! Your student can send a note to a mentor, family member or friend who supported them through their academic career at Hofstra! We will be mailing notes free of charge, and posting messages on our website for all to see for the week following the Commencement ceremony!

The Office of Parent & Family Programs' Senior Tribute Note-Writing table will be available in the Student Center Atrium on the following dates:
  • May 1: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • May 2: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • May 6: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • May 8: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • May 9: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m
  • May 13: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Also, don't forget to have your student swing by during the Cap & Gown Distribution hours in the Student Center Plaza Rooms from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May15 and Thursday, May 16! We will have a table set up at those times for students collecting their Commencement attire.