Senior Bash

The Senior Bash, a new annual event, is an opportunity for graduating seniors to gather, safely, at the Memorial Union Terrace to celebrate their time at UW-Madison and their upcoming commencement. The Terrace will be open on the evening of April 28th, exclusively to graduating seniors operating under existing Wisconsin Union, Memorial Union Terrace, and UW-Madison COVID safety protocols. The First Annual Senior Bash, to celebrate the Class of 2021, will feature games, a film, cap decorating, food and drink, an opportunity to contribute to murals, grad pictures, and a chance to connect with your fellow seniors one last time.

Join the Senior Class Office and the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) for one last hurrah before our big day at Camp Randall.

Pre-registration for the 1st Annual Senior Bash has now closed. Senior graduate walk-ins are welcome at the event as capacity allows. You will need a Green Badger Badge, mask, and your WisCard. Check-in is located at the end of N Park Street across from Helen C. White Hall.

View the map of the terrace HERE

This event is available to UW-Madison students who have applied to graduate in Spring or Summer 2021.

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

By pre-registering, your spot will be valid in the first 30 minutes of each time slot. After 30 min, your pre-registration is void and any waitlisted graduates may enter as capacity allows. Entrance cannot be guaranteed to graduates who are waitlisted or arrive on the day of the event without having pre-registered.

See below for additional information on the different offerings we have to plan during this time slot.

We have included an FAQ for your convenience.

If you’ve signed up to receive a free cap decorating kit during pre-registration you can pick up your kit at the check-in table.

Kit 1: Paper Arts, Materials: Paper/Collaging

Kit 2: Paint Kit, Materials: Selection of paints + brushes

Kit 3: Fiber, Materials: Embroidery materials + felt

Kit 4: Kindergarten Kit, Materials: Macaroni, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, rhinestones, feathers

CAP AND GOWN INFORMATION

MarioCart & JackBox Gaming

Blast to the past by playing Mario Kart with fellow graduating seniors!
Sit around a Terrace table with friends and play JackBox Games!
Compete for prizes provided by WUD Global Connections & Games!
MarioKart will rotate players each game, giving each interested senior a chance to participate and drive down Rainbow Road.

Congratulatory Mural

No yearbook, no problem! Write congratulatory graduation messages to your fellow Badgers!
This is your chance to say your thanks to the impactful people in your life and have it framed as a memory of the Class of 2021.
Feel free to write up your messages throughout the first half of the event from 4-6 pm or on your way out

Mural of Memories

Recreate your favorite UW memories on paper and make your own spot on our Mural of Memories.

Bring your cap and gown or your favorite UW gear to have your picture taken.

Take some professional lakeside graduation pictures by yourself or with your friends!

Terrace chairs will be provided for pictures!

Those interested in crafting can access the art space in Tripp Deck via stairs or elevator. Signage for both forms of access will be provided on the day of.

Enjoy a meal on the Terrace and place your orders at the following Union dining spots that will be open from 4-6pm:

Der Rathskeller, Strada, Carte, Daily Scoop, Badger Market, Peet’s Coffee, Saffron Mediterranean Street Food, Brat Stand

Terrace food and drink are being offered as usual. Use Grubhub to submit your orders.

LEARN MORE

Table #1 – WUD Publications Committee

Publications Committee will be distributing their magazines:
Moda, premier fashion and lifestyle magazine, founder of UW Fashion Week.
Emmie, print magazine, and blog focusing on the local and national music scene.
The Dish, the only local foodie magazine targeted towards college students on a budget.
Souvenirs, original photography, and articles from students who love traveling and cultures.
Illumination, a literary journal publishing creative writing and art from students on campus.

Table #2 – Wisconsin Union memberships + Welcome Week T-Shirts

Learn about how you can get a discounted Wisconsin Union membership as a new graduate!
Pick up free Wisconsin Union Directorate Welcome Week T-Shirts!

Table #3 – SCO: Class Gift/Graduation Information

Ask your questions about commencement and hear directly from the Senior Class Officers!
Learn more about the Senior Class Gift, The Social Justice Hub!

Table #4 – UW-Madison Bookstore

Ask your questions about graduation cap and gown orders and pickup to a Bookstore rep!
Bookstore hours will be extended on Wednesday, April 28th to pick up pre-ordered cap and gown

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Please arrive early to be seated where you can see the film. We CANNOT guarantee screen visibility from all seats. If you do not wish to watch the film, other Terrace seating is still available for you to enjoy. All Wisconsin Union facilities including restrooms will close promptly at 10:00 PM.

See below for additional information on the different offerings we have to plan during this time slot.

We have included an FAQ for your convenience.

Enjoy a late-night film on the Terrace with friends! Dress for the weather!

WUD Film Committee will take us back to the good old days of high school with the streaming of the 2007 film, Superbad!

Arrive: 7:30 – 8:00PM

Film Start Time: 8:15 PM

Film End Time: 10:00 PM

If you’ve signed up to receive a free cap decorating kit during pre-registration you can pick up your kit at the check-in table.

Kit 1: Paper Arts, Materials: Paper/Collaging

Kit 2: Paint Kit, Materials: Selection of paints + brushes

Kit 3: Fiber, Materials: Embroidery materials + felt

Kit 4: Kindergarten Kit, Materials: Macaroni, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, rhinestones, feathers

CAP AND GOWN INFORMATION

Terrace food and drink are being offered as usual. Use Grubhub to submit your orders.

Order food during the film at the following Union dining spots:

Der Rathskeller (open until 9PM)

LEARN MORE

FAQ

Once I leave the Terrace, can I come back?

Once you leave the terrace, can return during your registered slot, as long as you still have your wristband.

Can I pick up my cap and gown at Senior Bash?

No. Pick up is offered through the bookstore. If you would like to decorate your cap or take grad pictures in your cap and gown, you must pick up your cap and gown BEFORE Senior Bash.

What happens if there is inclement weather?

If there is inclement weather, Senior Bash will be post-posted until Thursday, April 29th.

Dress for the weather!

How does seating work?

Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. You cannot reserve your seat/table. There is no moving of chairs or tables.

Can I stay at the terrace 4-10 PM?

No. You can only reserve a spot during one of the time slots (4-6 OR 8-10). The terrace will be doing transitions and cleaning from 6-8 PM.

Will there be food and drink available

Per usual Terrace processes, we welcome you to order your food and drink via the Grubhub app. All usual terraces and Memorial Union food and drink options will be available.

Do I have to engage in the activities and games?

No. While we welcome you to participate in the variety of things we have to offer, Senior Bash is also an opportunity to just hang out with your fellow Seniors!

What safety measures are being implemented?

Senior Bash will adhere to COVID-19 guidelines including masking, capacity restrictions, and Badger Badge compliance. As such, this event is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE—upon reaching Terrace capacity the form will close. All Wisconsin Union standard rules apply throughout the duration of the event.

Can I attend if I don't register?

If there are spots that go unclaimed, we will extend the entrance to those who are waiting at the entrance. Arrive early to increase your chances of admission.