Balloons in Houghton University colors, purple and gold.

Grad Party – Highlander Style

Itโ€™s finally here!

After all of your hard work and late nights, itโ€™s time to graduate. And, best of all, youโ€™re headed to Houghton in the fall! Of course, no graduation is complete without a grad party.ย 

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


1. Plan ahead!ย 

Pick a date, finalize a guest list, send your invitations, and make a plan for any food/refreshments. If youโ€™re going to reserve a space, get that secured early. If youโ€™ll be at your home, make a plan for any tent, chairs, etc. that you might need.ย 

2. Order supplies!

You are a highlander, and that means youโ€™re part of the purple and gold family. Donโ€™t forget to get your appropriately themed dรฉcor (as many or as few as you wish). Here are a few options:

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, itโ€™s a great way to celebrate. You can even use this exclusive Houghton Canva template 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).ย  Download this image for a bakery โ€“ this also makes a great printed sign!

6. Decorate!

Itโ€™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 (havenโ€™t gotten yours yet? Keep an eye on your mailbox!)
  • Check out The Highlander Shop to find your own Houghton gear

Donโ€™t forget to share your celebration with us! Post your favorite graduation party pictures to the Fall 2024 Highlanders Facebook groupย or tag @HoughtonUniversity in your posts.

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