2006 Arch Ceremony

The University of Findlay’s annual Arch Ceremony, welcoming the Class of 2011, will take place Sunday, Aug. 26, at 3 p.m. beginning in the Koehler Complex.

Following the welcome address by President DeBow Freed, as part of the UF tradition, students are ushered in through the Griffith Memorial Arch where they are greeted by faculty in full academic regalia.

Since its founding in 1923, in memory of Caddie A. Griffith, students avoid walking through the arch again until their graduation in recognition of the superstition that students passing through the arch prior to their degree completion will not graduate.

After commencement, the graduating seniors march out through the arch, signifying their successful degree completion at UF and entry into the world beyond.

The Oiler Brass Marching Band will provide processional music during the ceremony. Following the ceremony, a reception will be held for new students, orientation leaders, faculty and staff in the Alumni Memorial Union. President and Mrs. Freed, Dr. Dan May, vice president of academic affairs and the college deans will host the reception.