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Passing of the Rifle

April 13, 2026

Students - you are invited to attend the Passing of the Rifle reception and ceremony on Friday, April 17.

Celebrate the 71st Mountaineer mascot, Cade Kincaid, and join us in welcoming Reese Allen, 72nd mascot. The reception begins at 5:00 p.m. in the Vandalia Lounge and the ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Gluck Theater. Free parking will be available on the first floor of the Mountainlair parking garage.