Best Spots to Take Your Grad Photos
By Kate
So, you’re graduating from the University of Alberta and chances are that you’re going to have your picture taken. Actually, you’re probably going to have your picture taken a lot, so to help inspire a little variety in your convocation photo album, we’ve put together a list of places to take your #UAlberta13 grad photos.
Here are our suggestions (Updated to include additional indoor shots for Fall):
Inside CCIS
CCIS (located just across QUAD) has a few unique backgrounds for you to choose from. With the right top down shot, you graduation photo could even include the universe.
In front of the Admin Building
Just in front of the Admin Building, you’ll find flowing streams, old fashion light stands, and some gorgeous brick work! You’re also likely to find crowds of people trying to get the same photo as you. So, while you should still grab a shot here, you might want to consider taking a short walk around campus to find some other unique photo opportunities.
Quad
It isn’t very often that you get to see Quad without piles of snow, so take advantage of the sunshine and grass. If you’re lucky, you might be photo-bombed by a rabbit, squirrel, or Quad’s newest resident, the Quad Goose!
Rutherford Library
For those of you who are Harry Potter fans, the Rutherford Library can serve as a fun spot to pose in your gown… especially if you happen to have a wand handy.
Students’ Union Building (SUB)
When there is a chill in the air, you might want to stay as close to The Bookstore as possible. If that’s the case, then there are a few fantastic spots to pose inside SUB. A few examples include the “Wall of Gold” and SU flame on the main floor, and the newly renovated 6th floor. If you’re looking for a little whimsy you might even photobomb the Bookstore’s Grumpy Bear!
Athabasca Hall
Located along the edge of Quad, Athabasca Hall can provide an excellent backdrop for your convocation day.
Engineering Quad
If you’re graduating from Engineering, you’ve probably spent more time around these buildings than you’ve spent around your family and friends… so, why not take a photo to commemorate the time you’ve spent with these buildings! This quad is laced with nice greenery, making it a prime spot for you to take a picture.
Saskatchewan Drive
If you’re okay with a bit of a jaunt, the areas behind CCIS, BioSci and Rutherford House are home to some of the most beautiful trees on campus.
Arts and Business Quad
Hiding in the Arts/Business Quad is a romantic little fishpond that is nested between clusters of fragrant lilac bushes and a grassy knoll that is almost always bathed in sunlight.
Old Arts Building/Arts and Convocation Hall
The oldest building on campus has some amazing stone work both out and in side. So if you end up being cursed with a rainy or chilly grad day, head inside for some photos in the elegant halls of Old Arts.
Alumni Walk
Congrats! You’re finally a U of A alumnus. Take in the fresh scenery between SUB and Quad.
Did we miss anything? Tweet us @YouAlberta with your favourite grad photos! (And, if you are tweeting, don’t forget to use the #UAlberta13 hashtag.)
