Graduation Facts
Where did the tradition of tossing your cap come from and when?
The Naval Academy in 1912.
NU has how many alumni?
Just over 185,000
What is the longest-running game show on network television?
The Price is Right
In what city was NU founded?
San Diego.
When was the 2022 Commencement ceremony held?
May 13, 2022
What is the name of the song that plays at graduation when grads are walking in the room?
Pomp and circumstance.
What is the Alumni department's Instagram handle?
@NatUnivAlumni
How many hosts has jeopardy had?
1. Art Fleming
2. Alex Trebek
3. Ken Jennings
4. Mayim Bialik
What is NU's mascot?
Trick question - we don't have one!
Where was the 2022 Commencement Ceremony held?
Petco Park (San Diego, CA)
Speaking of hats, what's the graduation hat called?
Mortarboard!
Can alumni be members of NU student organizations?
Yes! NU alumni are encouraged to participate in student organizations as community and professional members and liaisons.
How many Grand Slam titles does Serena Williams hold?
23!
What are NU's school colors?
Blue and grey
How many graduates crossed the stage during the 2022 Commencement ceremony?
2,300
What was the first diploma written on?
Sheepskin!
When did NU launch the NU Connection, our alumni newsletter?
July 2020!
What is the longest-running animated television show in the United States?
The Simpsons
NU has a new partnership with which large retailer to offer education programs to their employees?
Who played the 50th Anniversary NU Commencement concert?
The Beach Boys & Christina Aguilera
Why do we wear long robes at graduation?
In medieval times, it was really cold and these kept everyone warm.
How much is membership to our alumni association?
Trick question! It's free!
Which city is known as the birthplace of hip hop?
The Bronx, New York
Who is the current (interim) President of NU?
Randy Frisch
Who was the 2022 Commencement ceremony speaker?
Meb Keflezighi
(Eritrean-American long-distance runner)