class day

American  

noun

(sometimes initial capital letter)

1. a day during the commencement season on which the members of the graduating class in U.S. colleges and schools celebrate the completion of their course with special ceremonies.

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Etymology

Origin of class day

An Americanism dating back to 1825–35

Example Sentences

Up first in 2024 for the UW men and women is the Class Day Regatta in Seattle on March 16.

From Seattle Times

On one recent class day, I savored some pork knuckle over white wine risotto, followed by chocolate mousse.

From Salon

The measure doesn’t force students to participate, but does require schools to set aside time each class day for the pledge to be recited.

From Seattle Times

“I was really pleased with how they raced. It’s a great class and I was reflecting yesterday about how this class that started with COVID, and their first season was canceled. And here they are winning Class Day. It’s really great to see at the end of their careers.”

From Seattle Times

UW senior Pablo Matan said winning Class Day was an important box for him and his classmates to check.

From Seattle Times