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Since 1903, Clark students have been gathering for Spree Day, letting loose before finals. If you see a bunch of students on the green dancing, eating, and playing on inflatable slides, you know it\u2019s that time of year. The campus also turns out for International Gala in the spring and plenty of student, academic, and research events in between. To cap it all off: Commencement and Reunion in May.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Family and Friends Weekend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fall is a great time to enjoy New England. Families and friends visit with students, enjoy activities and special events, and connect with other Clarkies.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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october and april<\/div>\n\n\n\n

ClarkFEST<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Clark undergraduates present their research and creative work twice a year, at ClarkFEST in October and April.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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March\/April<\/div>\n\n\n\n

International Gala<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Produced and performed by students, Clark\u2019s popular annual spring showcase of international dance and music \u2014 from traditional to contemporary \u2014 celebrates the diverse cultures and talents of our community.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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April<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Spree Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An evolving event since 1903, Clarkies let loose when classes are canceled one day each spring. Then it was rope pulls and greased pole climbs; now, it\u2019s bounce houses, bands, and burgers.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Graduate Student Multidisciplinary Conference<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This conference highlights the important scholarship produced by Clark\u2019s talented graduate student community.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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May<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Commencement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Undergraduate and graduate students step to the podium to receive their diplomas, and celebrate their achievements with family and friends.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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May<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Reunion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Each year during Commencement weekend, Clark alumni arrive on campus to reconnect with old friends, meet the newest alumni, and dance under the stars.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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