SUNY Oneonta Honors Fall Graduates

Local students Hailey Cascioli and Eston Whittaker among 196 receiving bachelor's degrees

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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SUNY Oneonta celebrated its fall 2025 commencement, honoring 196 students who completed their bachelor's degree requirements. Among the graduates were local students Hailey Cascioli, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management with department honors, and Eston Whittaker, who earned a Bachelor of Science in History.

Why it matters

SUNY Oneonta's fall commencement marks an important milestone for students who have worked hard to earn their degrees, transitioning from college life to the next chapter. The ceremony celebrates their academic achievements and the support of family, friends, and the university community.

The details

The commencement ceremony was held on December 7 in the Dewar Arena of the Alumni Field House. The day before, graduating seniors participated in the traditional "Pass Through the Pillars" event, walking through the campus pillars one final time to signify the end of their Oneonta journey and their entrance into the alumni community.

  • The fall 2025 commencement ceremony took place on December 7, 2025.
  • The "Pass Through the Pillars" tradition occurred the day before commencement, on December 6, 2025.

The players

Hailey Cascioli

A SUNY Oneonta graduate who earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management with department honors.

Eston Whittaker

A SUNY Oneonta graduate who earned a Bachelor of Science in History.

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The takeaway

SUNY Oneonta's fall commencement celebrates the academic achievements of its graduates, who have completed their degrees and are now transitioning into the next phase of their lives. The ceremony and traditions, like the "Pass Through the Pillars", mark an important milestone for these students and their families.