Sophomore Pinning Ceremony 2026

The 2028 class officers cordially invite you to the

Sophomore Pinning Ceremony on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

Important information

This event is the yearly sophomore class tradition here at Emmanuel College, recognizing the selection of a major field of study. To commemorate this milestone, each member of the class will be presented with a pin of the Emmanuel College seal by members of the College's faculty. 

The ceremony will start at 1:00 p.m. in the Gymnasium, located on the second floor of the Jean Yawkey Center, with reception to follow on the second floor of the JYC.  

Each student is allowed 4 guests in the Gymnasium.

Once you have registered to attend, you will receive additional communication leading up to the event via email. 

RSVP by March 30.

Ways to celebrate your student

Flowers will be available for sale. Following your RSVP, you will be sent more information regarding flower purchases. If you plan on bringing a balloon to celebrate this day, we request that you choose mylar balloons instead of latex to respect any allergies that may be present.

Many families choose to celebrate this milestone in a student’s college career by taking their student out to lunch at a local restaurant. If you wish to stay on campus and eat in the dining hall, please note Saturday hours: Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Brunch 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and Dinner 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Thank you for your continued support of your student’s success at Emmanuel College. We look forward to seeing you in April!

Your Class of 2028 Officers,

Donna Gavin, President

 

 

 

 

Michael Carr, Vice President

 

 

 

 

Avonlea Berard, Secretary

 

 

 

 

Olivia DeMacedo, Treasurer

Meet the faculty speaker

Dr. Valerie Williams, Assistant Professor of Philosophy

What I love about Emmanuel:

I love the faculty and students at Emmanuel, and in particular, their openness and willingness to assist others. Since coming to Emmanuel, I have been impressed with the commitment to social justice and true care for others expressed by faculty, staff, and students. It's an all-around great place to be!

View her full profile

FAQs for Family and Friends

The ceremony will last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Yes, there are elevators located on the left-hand side upon entering the Jean Yawkey Center.

Parking hours are 11am – 7pm. There will be limited on-campus parking available. Parking is also available at the nearby BI Parking Deck, free of charge. Campus safety officers will be available to direct you.

Saturday bookstore hours are 12:00 – 4:00pm

You may reach out to via email to:

Susan Aguiar, Senior Academic Advisor

aguiarsu [at] emmanuel.edu (aguiarsu[at]emmanuel[dot]edu)

James Medici, Assistant Director of Res. Life 

medicij [at] emmanuel.edu (medicij[at]emmanuel[dot]edu)

Click the ‘RSVP’ button on this webpage or go to: https://forms.office.com/r/17dAe7cALW

Once you have registered to attend, you will begin receiving emails the week leading up to event.

We ask that guests arrive at the gymnasium no earlier than 12:15 p.m. and no later than 12:45 p.m.

FAQs for Students

Please arrive at the gymnasium by 12:00 p.m.

We recommend a business casual dress code.

Each student participating in the pinning ceremony are allowed 4 guests in the gymnasium.

Yes! Please contact Susan Aguiar aguiarsu [at] emmanuel.edu (aguiarsu[at]emmanuel[dot]edu) after April 11.