Duck Days is a week-long, student-led event meant to showcase the best that Stevens has to offer. This tradition allows students, faculty, and anyone willing to come to participate in various activities and engage with the school and the community in unique settings. Throughout this week, student life will collaborate with organizations such as the Gear and Triangle Honor Society (G&T), Student Government Association (SGA), and the Entertainment Committee (EC) to put together events that bring all Ducks together, allowing this year’s Duck Days to be an amazing school spirit outlet.
This year, students will have the opportunity to showcase their school spirit through a collection of extravagant events meant to celebrate them. One such event is Ducks on Display, an event in which students showcase their talents for all to see, highlighting their creativity and diverse capabilities. From stand-up comedy to instrumental and vocal solos, there is something for everyone to enjoy. In addition to this, students will have the chance to participate in the SGA-hosted Duck Hunt, a scavenger hunt that takes them around Stevens campus and Hoboken.
What makes Duck Days an especially well-recognized event is the fact that it exposes people to organizations they may not be familiar with, and it shows what Ducks are capable of doing when they flock together. Students, faculty, and all who wish to join will show off their Stevens pride and develop a deeper connection with the school and the people within it. Duck Days highlights those who are responsible for making Stevens what it is by playing different roles in the development of the community. Education departments, student-led organizations, contributors, and students come together to organize events that capture the essence of student life.
Duck Days leads up to the celebration of Founder’s Day, a commemoration of the founding of Stevens. On this day, we look back upon the history of Stevens and remind ourselves of how far we have come as a school and the impact that our growth has had on its community. The involvement of local businesses and vendors is a crucial part of what makes Duck Days such an exciting and worthwhile experience. Students not only get the opportunity to experience the best of the school but also engage in their community. This allows students to enrich themselves in the history of Hoboken and explore the impact that being a Duck has on their lives outside of school.
Duck Days is a tradition that spans decades, and it already has your fellow students excited. Student-led clubs and organizations will be posting banners in the UCC next week, highlighting their school spirit and pride. Members of the Gear and Triangle Honor Society, who have been helping prepare for next week’s events, share their thoughts on what they are most excited about this Duck Days. Victoria Giumenta, the Spirit Chair of G&T shared, “I am looking forward to getting dressed up and going to the Founder’s Day Ball to have a fun night with friends.” Gear and Triangle President Julia Poole said, “I’m looking forward to seeing students show off their talents at Ducks on Display.”
Duck Days will run from February 20 to February 23. Join your fellow ducks in celebrating the rich history of Stevens. You will not want to miss any of the activities taking place because each one, regardless of scale, provides a special experience that will bring people together.
