Commencement – 2026


We are excited to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of Pratt Munson's sophomore class! Commencement will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, and family and friends are warmly invited to join us—no RSVP required.

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026

Time:

Reception: 11:00 a.m.

Ceremony: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Munson Museum of Art, Root Court, 310 Genesee St., Utica, NY 13502

 

Orientation - 2026


First-year student orientation is a time for new students to meet their peers, faculty, and staff, and become more familiar with campus services and resources. Orientation sessions offer a range of information that will help students as they transition to Pratt Munson. Attendance at all student orientation sessions is mandatory.

Save the dates!                 
International Student Check-In - Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 9:30 am-12:30 pm       
Tentative First Day Schedule       
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. → Continental Breakfast      
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. → Student Move-In          
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. → Lunch           
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. → International Registration       
2:30 p.m. → Meet Your Pratt Peers      
3:00 p.m. → Campus Tour       
4:30 p.m. → Welcome      
5:00 p.m. → Dinner      
6:00 p.m. → Shopping Trip      

Non-International Student Check-In - Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 9:30 am-12:30 pm       
Tentative First Day Schedule       
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. → Continental Breakfast      
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. → Student Check-In          
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. → Lunch         
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. → Student Move-In       
2:30 p.m. → Welcome       
2:45 p.m. → Student Campus Tour       
2:45 p.m. → Parent Orientation and Mixer       
4:30 p.m. → Faculty Meet and Greet      
5:00 p.m. → Welcome Picnic      
7:00 p.m. → Families Depart      
 

*Several required Orientation sessions will be made available via our Canvas online learning platform and will be sent to you to complete prior to your arrival. More details will be made available to you in early August.*

Questions? Contact the Student Life Office at studentlife@prattmunson.edu, or (800) 755-8920 option 6.               
 

parents and students walking down sidewalk
people standing at student check in signstudent standing in purple

 

Family & Alumni Weekend

Family and Alumni Weekend
Family and Alumni Weekend at Pratt Munson is an exciting event that brings together current students, families, and our awesome alumni for a memorable and engaging weekend. Families can reconnect and share in the accomplishments and growth of their loved ones, while alumni have the opportunity to revisit campus, reconnect with former classmates and faculty, and check out exciting developments on campus.             

The weekend is filled with a range of activities and events, including campus tours, interactive workshops, and special performances. It's a time to celebrate the strong sense of community at Pratt Munson and create lasting memories with family and fellow alumni, fostering a sense of pride and connection to the college.             
 

Campus Events

Campus Events
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Munson's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.