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Saturday, August 30, 2025
7:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Candlelight is one of the College’s most cherished traditions. This two-part, poignant ceremony takes place first at Fall Welcome for each new incoming class and then on the eve of Commencement for that class four years later.
During Fall Welcome, incoming students process by candlelight along the brick-paved walkways leading to The Puddle. After taking seats around The Puddle, they are addressed by established members of the Elmira College community. Upperclass students who have led the new students’ orientation traditionally sit across The Puddle from the new students. The Fall Welcome Candlelight ceremony marks the last time the new class is gathered on campus before all other students return to campus to begin the academic year.
Rain location: Speidel Gymansium
When
Saturday, August 30, 2025
7:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Where
The Puddle
