traditions

Welcome Class of 2016 Customs Week is Haverford College’s orientation program designed to introduce all first-year students to college life at Haverford.

Traditions Each year, Fords look forward to the myriad traditional events such as the Collection speaker series; frequent a cappella concerts; pinwheel day; the annual weekend throwdown at the end of the year called Haverfest; and, most importantly, Fall and … Continue reading →

Then & Now: Haverfest When a band called The Original Mavericks took the stage at Haverfest 2011, they continued a long tradition of performing on the steps of Founders, one that goes back at least as far as the 1960s. … Continue reading →

Then & Now: Haverfest This vintage 1967 pic was snapped on a warm, early spring day only months before the celebrated Summer of Love. Come back tomorrow to see Haverfest “Now”.

Pinwheel Day 2012 There are few things that we look forward to more than a beautiful, warm day on the Haverford campus… except maybe a beautiful, warm day on the Haverford campus with hundred of pinwheels. It’s Pinwheel Day! Spin … Continue reading →

Spring Break Friday, March 2—Monday, March 12, 2012 The Haverford campus is the oldest planned college landscape in the country. Our meticulously maintained 200 acres contain a nature trail, a Pinetum and flower gardens.

The denizens of Lloyd Hall have once again festooned each entry with lights in celebration of the season. Time to cast your non-binding (but fun anyway) vote for best effort.