SUNY Oneonta has many traditional events which showcase our pride in the college, and forge connections between students, alumni, and friends as we come together to celebrate what we all have in common - SUNY Oneonta!
Red Day
Each year we commemorate the founding of the college by celebrating Red Day. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are all invited to celebrate by wearing red and white and showing their SUNY Oneonta pride either by uploading photos to social media or by coming out to campus and celebrating with us during an annual birthday celebration on the quad complete with games, prizes, entertainment and birthday cake!
Alma Mater
The alma mater is sung annually at Commencement, the December Recognition Ceremony, and several Alumni Association events.
Oneonta, Alma Mater,
Glorious is thy view;
We, thy children
Love thy honor,
Love thy purpose true.
Verse II
On the distant strengthening hilltops,
On the busy town,
On the pines and shifting shadows,
Look we fondly down.
Verse III
When the coming years shall part us,
From thy fostering care,
We shall turn with fondest yearning
To thy halls so fair.
Chorus
Shout the name…’tis Oneonta!
Loud her glories sing!
With her praises all, unnumbered,
Let the dear hills ring!