Mountain Day

Today, Tuesday, October 6, 2026 is Mountain Day!

In keeping with this time-honored EC tradition, all daytime classes are canceled. However, evening classes will still be held as scheduled.

Mountain Day is a tradition that dates back more than a century. Initiated in 1918 by Dean Anstice Harris, Mountain Day was originally a day where students, faculty, and administrators hiked the East Hill up to Quarry Farm.

Currently, the tradition kicks off with students gathering to sing the College's beloved songs and chant, "Hey, hey, what do you say? We want a Mountain Day!" Once Mountain Day is declared, the tradition continues with an outdoor picnic, a walk/run to Quarry Farm, and fun outdoor activities.

Today's Events

• *9:15 a.m. - Walk/Run to Quarry Farm (Leaving from MTS) 

• 11:30 a.m. - Mountain Day Iris Planting (Location - Cowles Hall Portico) 

• 12:00-2:30 p.m. - Mountain Day Outdoor Lunch (Campus Lawn)

• 12:00-4:00 p.m. - Mountain Day Fun. Inflatables, Crafts, and more (Campus Lawns)

*Please note that the group running or walking to Quarry Farm should meet at the Mark Twain Study no later than 9:00 a.m. Departure is at 9:15 a.m. sharp, so be on time! Rides back to campus are available after all groups make it to Quarry Farm.