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D'Youville University: traditions and events

If you are choosing a college or already study at D'Youville University, see the events and traditions that would shape your years there.

Last checked 10 October 2026 · Events recorded: 6 · Milestones: 1

Key

“Quoted text”
The organizer’s own words, linked to its page with the date it was read.
Not published on the pages read
We did not find it on the pages listed. Absence in what we checked is not absence at the college.
Past
A published date that has gone by. It stays, marked.

Your years here

The milestones the college places within its program, in program order.

  1. Preceptorship

    Preceptorships are offered in the last term where practical experience is gained across a wide offering of practice environments. — source, read 20 September 2026

By kind

Ceremonies

Honors Convocation

Source: dyu.edu · read 10 Oct 2026

Name, as printed
Honors Convocation — source, read 10 October 2026
Organizer
The page names no organizer beyond the college that publishes it. — source, read 10 October 2026
What it is
D'Youville students achieve academic success, serve their communities, and support one another throughout the year. Honors Convocation is a celebration of that work. — source, read 10 October 2026
Recurs, in its own words
On April 24, 2025, D’Youville University hosted its annual Honors Convocation in Heritage Hall and celebrated students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and service. — source, read 10 October 2026 (a news item on the organizer’s own site)
When, as published
  • April 1, 2026 Past — source, read 10 October 2026
Who may attend
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026

Spring Commencement

Source: dyu.edu · read 10 Oct 2026

Name, as printed
Spring Commencement — source, read 10 October 2026
Organizer
The page names no organizer beyond the college that publishes it. — source, read 10 October 2026
What it is
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026
Recurs, in its own words
The same document gives Spring Commencement a date in more than one term; those dates are under When, as published. — source, read 10 October 2026
When, as published
  • May 8 (in the organizer’s calendar under Spring 2027 (Full)) — source, read 10 October 2026
  • May 6 (in the organizer’s calendar under Spring 2028 (Full)) — source, read 10 October 2026
  • May 8, 2027 — source, read 10 October 2026
Who may attend
You must first apply to graduate and receive academic verification, before you may attend the commencement ceremony or receive your diploma. — source, read 10 October 2026

Academic and research days

Catalyst Research Day

Source: dyu.edu · read 10 Oct 2026

Name, as printed
Catalyst — source, read 10 October 2026
Organizer
The event was organized by the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research (OSPR) — source, read 10 October 2026
What it is
This year’s event brought together faculty, staff, students, and community partners to present original research, creative scholarship, and new teaching innovations. — source, read 10 October 2026
Recurs, in its own words
The Health Professions Hub was the central venue for Catalyst, D’Youville University’s annual research day. — source, read 10 October 2026 (a news item on the organizer’s own site)
When, as published
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026
Who may attend
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026

Student Research Day

Source: dyu.edu · read 10 Oct 2026

Name, as printed
Student Research Day — source, read 10 October 2026
Organizer
The page names no organizer beyond the college that publishes it. — source, read 10 October 2026
What it is
Student Research Day also provided a platform for students to refine their presentation skills, engage with peers and faculty in scholarly dialogue, and celebrate academic inquiry as a cornerstone of the D’Youville experience. — source, read 10 October 2026
Recurs, in its own words
D’Youville University hosted its annual Student Research Day on April 24, 2025, showcasing the innovative work of students across multiple academic disciplines. — source, read 10 October 2026 (a news item on the organizer’s own site)
When, as published
  • April 24, 2025 Past — source, read 10 October 2026
Who may attend
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026

Technique weekends and seminars hosted for students

No event of this kind published as recurring on the pages read, checked 10 October 2026.

Orientation and transition programs

No event of this kind published as recurring on the pages read, checked 10 October 2026.

Club days and student fairs

No event of this kind published as recurring on the pages read, checked 10 October 2026.

Service and outreach days

No event of this kind published as recurring on the pages read, checked 10 October 2026.

Homecoming and alumni weekends

No event of this kind published as recurring on the pages read, checked 10 October 2026.

Student-run conferences and conventions

No event of this kind published as recurring on the pages read, checked 10 October 2026.

Other recurring events and named traditions

Dog Ate My Debt

Source: dyu.edu · read 10 Oct 2026

Name, as printed
Dog Ate My Debt — source, read 10 October 2026
Organizer
The page names no organizer beyond the college that publishes it. — source, read 10 October 2026
What it is
The ceremony also featured the return of D’Youville’s “Dog Ate My Debt” tradition, where one graduating student was selected at random to have their D’Youville student loan debt paid in full. — source, read 10 October 2026
Recurs, in its own words
In the words quoted under What it is. — source, read 10 October 2026 (a news item on the organizer’s own site)
When, as published
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026
Who may attend
Not published on the pages read. — source, read 10 October 2026

Redfest

Source: dyu.edu · read 10 Oct 2026

Name, as printed
Redfest — source, read 10 October 2026
Organizer
The page names no organizer beyond the college that publishes it. — source, read 10 October 2026
What it is
Redfest is held each year at the start of the fall semester to bring students together. — source, read 10 October 2026
Recurs, in its own words
In the words quoted under What it is. — source, read 10 October 2026
When, as published
  • at the start of the fall semester — source, read 10 October 2026
Who may attend
Redfest is family-friendly open to all alumni. — source, read 10 October 2026

Pages read

The college’s own pages, each with the date it was read. Absence in what we checked is not absence at the college.

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