Counting down to spring graduation

The Class of 2026 gathered in Anderson Center on Thursday, Jan. 29, to mark a milestone – 100 days until graduation.

The annual “Toast to 100,” began in 2014, celebrating soon-to-be-graduates with a champagne toast marking their final stretch.

“It’s affirming to realize how far we’ve all come and just how much we’ve experienced here,” said Elisa Lopez, a business management major. 

Dean of Students Patti Kersten encouraged students to reflect on the people who helped shape their journey. Provost Wes Kisting led a toast wishing the seniors health, happiness and success.

“I still have my 100-days mug sitting on my desk at home and now I'm going to have a last 100-days champagne glass to put right next to it,” business administration and marketing major Momed Abdirahman said.