blew out the metaphorical candles for our 156th anniversary at our third annual Founding Day Celebration on Friday, September 8.
The festivities were held in Canova Commons and started with a few inspiring words by President Meade on the legacy of the college. Afterwards, guests enjoyed the student awards ceremony, light refreshments, a build your own bouquet station and – of course – birthday treats!
Founding Day was coined by President Meade just three short years ago, and it’s already a favored tradition. As said best by our President, “By pausing to honor the grit, determination and sense of justice that led to the founding of a college for women in a church basement, we renew our commitment to this mission, which is needed today more than ever.”