Click here if you are not redirected. Stepping Up Day took place April 19, 2012, under beautiful sunny skies. The awards presented at this event are designed to recognize students who have demonstrated leadership in co-curricular activities, and the ceremony culminated with the traditional "stepping up" ceremony. This is when first-year, sophomore and junior-year students "step up" to their next academic year, and the seniors are recognized by and admitted to the Alumni Association.