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Grad Party – Highlander Style

It’s finally here!

After all of your hard work and late nights, it’s time to graduate. And, best of all, ²â´Ç³Ü’r±ð headed to Houghton in the fall! Of course, no graduation is complete without a grad party.Ìý

Here are our top 6 tips on how to throw the best Highlander Graduation Party!


1. Plan ahead!Ìý

Pick a date, finalize a guest list, send your invitations, and make a plan for any food/refreshments. If ²â´Ç³Ü’r±ð going to reserve a space, get that secured early. If ²â´Ç³Ü’l±ô be at your home, make a plan for any tent, chairs, etc. that you might need.Ìý

2. Order supplies!

You are a highlander, and that means ²â´Ç³Ü’r±ð part of the purple and gold family. Don’t forget to get your appropriately themed décor (as many or as few as you wish). Here are a few options:

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3. Photos!

Dig into that camera roll and take a trip down memory lane. Pick your favorites for a slideshow or print copies for a collage board (or both!).

4. Cake!

Cup-sized or sheet cake, it’s a great way to celebrate. You can even use this for your cake artwork (click "use this template" and login or create a Canva account to upload your senior photo and drag and drop into the frame).Ìý Download this image for a bakery – this also makes a great printed sign!

5. Snacks!

Add some flavor to the festivities with purple and gold snacks.

  • Hershey Kisses
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6. Decorate!

It’s time to assemble your supplies and grab your Houghton gear! Remember to feature:

  • Your Houghton Acceptance Box pennant
  • Your Accepted Student Day poster
  • Your Houghton Bound banner (haven’t gotten yours yet? Keep an eye on your mailbox!)
  • to find your own Houghton gear

Don’t forget to share your celebration with us! Tag @HoughtonUniversity when you post your favorite graduation party pictures.

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