Dear Friend,
Welcome to the spring semester at Haverford! For some families, this marks your student’s final semester at Haverford, a meaningful milestone as you begin to reflect on all they have accomplished. For our other families, this semester will be the time to support your student in planning their summer experience.
Wherever your student is in their journey, we hope to stay connected to you as we work together to support your student’s success. Through this newsletter and ongoing outreach, we will share updates, important dates, and opportunities to engage with the Haverford community. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Haverford College Alumni and Family Engagement office with any questions or for additional information.
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Haverford families are invited to join us at these upcoming events. If you are interested in hosting an event in your area, express your interest here.
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Monday, February 23, 5 p.m.
Current parents Chris and Kathryn Peters P'29 invite you to meet fellow Dallas-area Haverfordians for an evening cocktail reception at their home.
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Tuesday, February 24, 5 p.m.
Adam Orman '96 invites the Austin-area Haverford Community to a gathering at his restaurant, Bambino Pizza. A variety of pizzas will be provided!
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Haverford Gatherings in Asia
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All alumni, families, and friends are invited to join President Raymond and Vice President for Advancement Kim Spang for a lively conversation about Haverford’s new initiatives in ethical inquiry, entrepreneurship, and career development, as well as issues specific to international students.
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College News and Resources
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Stay informed and stay connected.
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Summer Funding Process: The College has a variety of funding opportunities to help support summer experiences, including internships and research opportunities. Deadlines typically fall in February and March. Learn more →
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Spring Career Events: The Center for Career and Professional Advising (CCPA) hosts a variety of career-related events, workshops, and panels throughout the semester. Encourage your student to explore the offerings this semester →
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Studying Abroad: Students interested in studying abroad while at Haverford should attend the Study Abroad Info Sessions hosted by the Office of International Academic Programs. The application process for many programs begins early, so it’s important to plan accordingly.
- Spring Break: Scheduled for March 9th–13th, this is a much-needed break for our students. Encourage them to plan ahead for travel or relaxation, especially if traveling by air.
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Campus life and the Honor Code are central to Haverford’s identity. A recent Fords Forum, featuring students Sofie Quirk '28 and Ben Perez-Flesler '27, reflects on the Honor Code’s recent revision and shares insights into how the Code continues to anchor a community rooted in trust, concern, and respect.
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The College was again named a Fulbright top producer. Applications for the 2027–28 cycle open this spring with a September deadline; students interested in applying should contact Jason Chan.
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As the College's new director of civil rights and Title IX coordinator, Rodriguez brings more than 40 years of experience in ensuring student well-being and institutional accountability.
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Commencement for the Class of 2026
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We are excited to celebrate the achievements of our 2026 graduates at the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the Alumni Field House. The ceremony will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. On behalf of President Raymond, Haverford’s faculty, and the entire community, we are looking forward to welcoming you to campus for this momentous event.
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Tickets & Regalia: Required for guests 10 years of age and older; each graduate is guaranteed up to six tickets. The College will provide, at no cost to the student, a cap, gown, and tassel. Each student can keep their cap and tassel, but as part of an effort to support sustainability and keep costs low for graduates, the College reuses gowns.
Your graduate has been emailed a survey related to regalia, ticketing, and other information needed to make the commencement ceremony a joyous and safe event.
Lodging and Dining: Due to other commencements and regional events, Commencement weekend is expected to be busy. Families planning to attend are encouraged to reserve lodging and make dining plans early, as the ceremony concludes around lunchtime.
Pre-orders for Flowers: Celebrate commencement with a beautiful spring bouquet from the Haverford Women’s Volleyball team! Bouquets are $30 each, with pre-orders accepted through Thursday, May 14. Bouquets can be picked up on commencement day from 8:30 a.m. until the procession begins at the commencement venue. Commencement Flowers pre-order →
Keepsakes and Announcements: Students and families who wish to purchase announcements, class rings, diploma frames, and other keepsakes may do so through the College Bookstore.
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GameDay Fords, Haverford's annual Athletics giving challenge, brought together hundreds of families, alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends!
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Whether your student is on one of Haverford's 23 varsity athletics teams, getting a workout in at the Gardner Integrated Athletic Center, or cheering on the Fords with friends during a game, Haverford Athletics touches the lives of every student and enriches the College community. Thank you to our donors! If you missed the challenge, but still want to cheer on the Fords with a gift to Athletics, visit hav.to/athleticsgiving.
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We hope this newsletter helps keep you in the loop as we continue to work together to support your student’s success. As always, please reach out to The Office of Alumni and Family Engagement if you have any questions or need additional information.
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Haverford College is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable community in which all of our members feel respected and welcomed. We celebrate differences of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and military/veteran status among our students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, and friends of the College. We look forward to seeing all of you at our events.
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