Bulldog Days 2025

Yale’s programming in theater, musical theater, dance, and performance studies boasts numerous successful graduates, a faculty of luminaries in their respective fields, and a wide range of innovative courses. Dan Egan, coordinator of the Shen Curriculum for Musical Theatre, leads a panel of students to introduce our collective vision, curricular offerings, and how we do what we do.

Enjoy a full sampling of New Haven’s famous pizzerias including Pepe’s, Modern, Yorkside, BAR, and many more at the unofficial opening event of Bulldog Days 2025. Options for those with dietary restrictions will be available.

A must-attend for Bulldog Days 2025! The Admissions Office invites admitted students to join Dean Jeremiah Quinlan for performances by some of Yale’s most renowned student groups. Enjoy student musicians, dancers, and more.

Enjoy dessert while getting to know your future classmates before heading out to some of the many scheduled late night events. There will be a student DJ, photobooths, games, crafts, and more! Oh... and be sure to dance with the bulldog mascot who'll make an appearance.

Experience all that Yale's butteries have to offer during this fan-favorite Bulldog Days event! Come to the Silliman Buttery for trivia, board games, and more! Or, feel free to just hang out and meet other admitted students.

Experience all that Yale's butteries have to offer during this fan-favorite Bulldog Days event! Come to the Grace Hopper Buttery for late-night snacks, music, karaoke, or just to hang out and meet other admitted students.

Join Maurie McInnis, President of Yale University, for a warm welcome to the Yale community.

The humanities at Yale include over 40 departments and hundreds of courses each year. In this forum, current faculty and students will discuss coursework, student interaction, advising and research opportunities.

There has never been a better time to be a scientist at Yale. Yale’s multi-billion dollar investments in the sciences have created new facilities, hired new faculty and generated unprecedented research opportunities for our undergraduates. Current students and the Dean of STEM education will discuss STEM majors, pre-medical and pre-professional advising, and undergraduate research with Yale faculty.

Learn about the opportunities offered by Fellowships and Funding and Study Abroad. Student panelists will discuss how their internships, public service projects, research, summer study, and study abroad contributed to their personal, professional, and academic goals. At the end of the panel, there will be a Q&A session with students and staff from the Office of International and Summer Programs.

Eat lunch with your fellow admitted students in the newly renovated Schwarzman Center! If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please locate and consult a Hospitality Health & Wellness staff member at the front of Commons before being served. Wristband required for entry. Details for menu items are below.

Lotus Menu

Crispy Tofu
Jasmine rice bowl with crispy tofu, vegan sushi mayo and gochujang sauces topped with a crunchy refreshing. slaw
WHEAT, GLUTEN, ALCOHOL, SESAME, SOY | VEGAN

KFC Chicken
A hearty rice bowl with crispy chicken, gochujang and sushi mayo sauces topped with a vibrant vegetable slaw.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, ALCOHOL, SESAME, SOY

Chicken Dumplings
Juicy chicken dumplings paired with bright tomato-scallion kimchi and a bold, cilantro-infused dipping sauce.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, SOY, SESAME, EGG

Pork Dumplings
Savory pork dumplings served alongside a tangy tomato-scallion kimchi and a bold, cilantro-infused dipping sauce.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, SOY, SESAME, EGG, PORK

Vegetable Dumplings
Flavor-packed vegetable dumplings complemented by a vibrant tomato-scallion kimchi and a zesty cilantro dipping sauce.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, SOY, SESAME | VEGAN

Rostir Menu

Chimichurri Rotisserie Chicken
Tender, juicy chicken marinated in a flavorful chimichurri sauce, served with crispy chicken-fat potatoes and roasted pambazo cauliflower. Option to add toum sauce.
ALCOHOL | GLUTEN-FRIENDLY

Asado Beef with Black Garlic
Savory, slow-cooked beef topped with a rich black garlic and radish relish on a toasted Josephine bread served with crispy chicken-fat potatoes and roasted pambazo cauliflower. Option to add toum sauce.
WHEAT, GLUTEN

Pasta Menu

Ragu alla Pugliese
A hearty and flavorful Italian ragu, slow-cooked with pork, chicken, and vegetables, served over house-made casarecce pasta.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, DAIRY, ALCOHOL, PORK

Fresh Asparagus Pasta
A vibrant asparagus pasta featuring house-made casarecce with a savory sauce.
ALCOHOL, WHEAT, GLUTEN | VEGAN

Rooted Menu

Shiitake Mushroom Gluten Free Pasta
Creamy shiitake and cremini mushroom pasta baked to golden perfection with a blend of sharp cheeses and fresh basil.
DAIRY | VEGETARIAN, GLUTEN-FRIENDLY

Ebru Pilaf
A perfectly seasoned medley of bulgur and garbanzo beans.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, DAIRY | VEGETARIAN

Turkish Hummus
Creamy house-made hummus with caramelized onions, lemon and dill.
SESAME | VEGAN, GLUTEN-FRIENDLY

Spring Green Salad
Crisp artisanal lettuce with a bright apple vinaigrette
VEGAN, GLUTEN-FRIENDLY

Sun-dried Tomato Meze
A vibrant and tangy sun-dried tomato dish brightened by lemon and pomegranate molasses.
ALCOHOL | VEGAN, GLUTEN-FRIENDLY

Roasted Eggplant and Caper Meze
A flavorful meze of roasted eggplants and capers, brightened with lemon and herbs, accented with crunchy walnuts.
TREE NUT, SESAME | VEGAN, GLUTEN-FRIENDLY

Rooted Mobile

Sun-dried Tomato and Hummus Bowl
Creamy house-made hummus with sun-dried tomato meze. Served with pita.
WHEAT, GLUTEN, SESAME, ALCOHOL | VEGAN

Caesar Salad
Classic romaine Caesar with crispy chickpeas, and a touch of spice.
DAIRY, EGG, FISH, SESAME, SOY | VEGETARIAN

Add Ons
Rotisserie Chicken
Juicy, slow-roasted chicken shredded fresh daily

Sweet Treat

Chocolate Chunk Cookie
Chewy cookies packed with rich chocolate chunks for a decadent treat
DAIRY, GLUTEN, WHEAT, SOY, EGG | VEGETARIAN

At Yale the engineering and applied science disciplines provide an education in both technological innovation and leadership. This forum will discuss the various programs, opportunities for research, and post-graduate pursuits that distinguish Yale engineering and applied science.

Learn more about Yale's social science departments and the opportunities for student research. Current students and faculty will discuss coursework, faculty interaction, advising, and undergraduate research projects.

Ethnicity, Race, and Migration is one of the College's fastest-growing majors, supporting student research related to Indigenous Studies, Latinx Studies and Asian American and African American Studies, and more. Join faculty and undergraduates for a conversation about courses and research opportunities.

Wondering what your life will be like next year? Wondering who will help you make the most of the Yale experience? Hear current students discuss their experiences as first-years and first-year mentors, and ask questions. Topics will also include Yale’s special academic programs for first-years, extracurricular opportunities, research, and advising.

Meet the faculty and staff of over 70 different academic departments (from African Studies to Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies and everything in between), ask all your questions, and learn more about potential majors or classes you might try here at Yale! We'll also be joined by other offices, resources, and special programs.

Immerse yourself in pure extracurricular excitement with nearly 200 student groups gathered to introduce you to Yale’s myriad opportunities outside the classroom. Prepare to be overwhelmed by offerings.

Dwight Hall is Yale's Center for Public Service and Social Justice with 70+ student member groups and dozens of leadership and fellowship opportunities. Join members of Dwight Hall at this panel to learn about how to get involved in service and social justice efforts on campus, in New Haven, and beyond.

Directed Studies is a unique interdisciplinary program for first-years that includes three yearlong courses in which students read significant texts from Western and Near Eastern traditions. DS students, graduates, and faculty will discuss program details, curriculum, and long-term academic planning.

Yale’s combination of academic breadth and career-related support prepares students to have an impact in any field, anywhere in the world. Join Reed Srere, Senior Associate Director & Undergraduate Pre-Law Advisor at the Office of Career Strategy, and a panel of widely accomplished students, to learn more about advising, networking, and additional resources made available to Yale undergraduates.

A must-attend for Bulldog Days 2025! Students from myriad backgrounds, experiences, and interests all find a sense of home at Yale. Join many renowned cultural performance groups for an evening that celebrates the unique bond between community and diversity at Yale.

Experience all that Yale's butteries have to offer during this fan-favorite Bulldog Days event! Come to the Silliman Buttery for trivia, board games, and more! Or, feel free to just hang out and meet other admitted students.

Experience all that Yale's butteries have to offer during this fan-favorite Bulldog Days event! Come to the Grace Hopper buttery for late-night snacks, music, karaoke, or just to hang out and meet other admitted students.

Join hosts Hannah and Mark for a special episode of Inside the Yale Admissions Office recorded in front of a live audience. Be part of the show and hear insights from your peers about choosing a college.

Join Kari DiFonzo, Director of Undergraduate Financial Aid, as she provides an overview of financial resources and services that help make Yale affordable for everyone. 

The Tsai Center for Innovative Thinking at Yale (Tsai CITY) and the Center for Engineering Innovation & Design (CEID) are two of Yale’s greatest resources. Victor Padilla-Taylor, Director of Mentor, Advisor, and Partner Networks at Tsai CITY, and Joseph Zinter, Assistant Director of the CEID, will discuss opportunities in innovation and entrepreneurship at Yale.

New Haven has a fun food truck culture. Read the menus by the old campus gates, grab a ticket, and enjoy a meal from one of the five delicious offerings.