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87 years ago
Moving Up Day
A UB spring tradition, Moving Up Day started in 1922. A mix of pomp and fun, Moving Up Day took place in early May and marked the end of the academic year. It was a celebration of achievement and student activity. In addition to traditional convocation events, athletes were awarded their varsity letters, student election results were announced and the university's various colleges were pitted against each other in friendly competitions.
Over the years, Moving Up Day included all sorts of activities: a parade with floats (and sometimes camels), an awards ceremony, athletic meets, dramatic productions (a “Freshman Funeral” in 1926), the crowning of the Moving Up Day Queen (pictured above) and a formal dance.
In 1963, Moving Up Day became known as Spring Weekend, losing much of its formality. It later morphed into Springfest, which is now limited to a concert.
For more on Moving Up Day and student life at UB, visit the University Archives exhibit.
—Karen Morse, University Archives
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