Graduation Weekend 2026

Group of folks in red shirt and whit hats with Penn colored brims at Hay Day

Celebrations!

May 15 – May 18, 2026

Congratulations on your Senior’s upcoming graduation. We at Penn Hillel feel fortunate to have been a part of your student’s Penn experience. Below are just a few ways to celebrate the Class of 2026 and their accomplishments with Penn Hillel!

Schedule

Friday, May 15, 2025

Feel free to stop by with your families and see the building!

Services for Family & Friends of Graduates

  • Egalitarian Services at 7:50 PM
  • OCP Services at 7:50 PM

Shabbat Dinner for Family & Friends of Graduation 8:15-9:45PM. Registration required.

Register for Shabbat Dinner

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Shabbat Services | 9:00 am
*More information about types of services and locations coming soon.

Open House/Kiddush | 11:15 am
Immediately following services

Update on Jewish Life at Penn | 3:00 – 4:15 pm
Penn Hillel’s Executive Director, Rabbi Gabe Greenberg, will be hosting a fireside chat.

Monday, May 18, 2026

Graduation Viewing at Penn Hillel: We welcome family members who would be more comfortable in an indoor setting to watch the Commencement ceremony via live stream at Penn Hillel.

Hillel Graduation Celebration Brunch: Immediately Following Commencement. No charge, RSVP strongly encouraged.

Register for Brunch

Senior Legacy Project

To say thank you to Penn Hillel for a fabulous four years, students are spearheading a parent and student fundraising campaign, the Senior Legacy Project.

Be their partner and make a gift of $360 to help them reach their goal!

Penn Hillel will proudly display the names of the 2026 graduates who have been honored with a gift throughout the weekend.