Senior Week Schedule 2026
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Senior Bingo w/ CAB
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wortmann Ballroom
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Senior Student-Athlete Brunch
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Cregger Center, Entrance Foyer
Leave Your Mark
Group 1: 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Group 2: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Fishwick House
535 N. Market St., Salem, VA 24153
Attire: Semi-Formal. This event is for the Class of 2026 only; no other guests please.
Friday, May 1, 2026
Program Receptions
Graduates and families can attend school and program receptions happening across campus. See the separate Program Receptions Schedule for times and details.
Seal the Deal, The Next Step to Your Future
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Front of Administration Building
Be sure to take some time to step on the Roanoke College seal as an official graduate. A professional photographer will be present to take your picture, and photos will be sent to your Roanoke College email the week following Commencement.
Toast and Steam
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Dean of Student's Office, Alumni Gym
Stop by to prepare for Commencement with complimentary steaming for your regalia (gown, stole, or sash) and a celebratory toast. Non-alcoholic options will be available.
Baccalaureate
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Cregger Center
Class Photo
5:00 – 5:45 p.m.
MAQ at the Maroon Letters
Sip Sip Hooray! Senior Social
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Olde Salem Brewing
21 E. Main St., Salem, VA 24153
We encourage graduates and their families to head down the block to Olde Salem Brewing after the senior picture! RC has reserved the venue from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and invites all graduates to enjoy two free drinks on us. La Shunca, a Mexican food truck, will have dinner and snacks available for purchase on-site. It’s time to mix, mingle, and raise a glass in celebration!
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Commencement Ceremony
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Salem Stadium
1008 Texas St., Salem, VA 24153
8:00 a.m. doors open for families. 9:00 a.m. gradutes report for lineup. More details and FAQs are available here: Commencement Information