Events

Upcoming Events

 
 
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Nazareth in Action Worldwide

March 2024

Nazareth in Action Worldwide is a global effort that encourages Nazareth alumni, students, families, and friends to make a different through a variety of community engagement opportunities.

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Golden Insights: An integrated approach to the Student Experience

March 26, 12 - 1 p.m. ET

How does Nazareth provide academic innovation? What new strategies at Nazareth ensure student success? Get answers from Nazareth University leaders at Golden Insights: An Integrated Approach to the Student Experience.

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Career and Internship Fair

March 27, 2 - 5 p.m. ET

Nazareth alumni are welcome to attend the Job & Internship Fair located in the Golisano Training Center. Whether you're a recent grad or considering a new position, the fair is a great opportunity to connect with top employers! RSVP on Handshake to view the full list of employers attending, and reach out to cflw@naz.edu with any questions!

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Centennial Summit: Responsible AI

April 3, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET

 Through presentations and panel discussions this event will explore the forefront of AI advancements while emphasizing how ethical leadership and product innovation can also be a part of its evolution. Engage with local and visiting experts in entrepreneurship, operations, entertainment, marketing, human resources, and more as we navigate the inevitable role of responsible artificial intelligence in our life and in our work. 

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Beer Tasting at Nine Spot Brewing

April 4, 4 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Stop by between 4 and 7:30 for a tasting flight and appetizers courtesy of Chris Nothnagle '99 and Nazareth's Office of Alumni Engagement. There will be opportunities to vote on many elements of the Centennial brew, including label design!

Reserve your spot

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Total Eclipse Concert

April 7, 3 - 4:30 p.m. ET

David Temperley's String Quartet and Octavio Vazquez's Sonata for Cello and Piano.

Free concert!

 

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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

April 10, 10 a.m. MST, 1 p.m. EST

Join Jolene DiBrango ‘95 and the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association for an informational webinar titled Healthy Living for your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research. Learn about the newest research in a variety of areas including diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Then, use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging!

Register for Zoom link 

 

 

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Meaningful Monday: The Eclipse and Radical Amazement

April 8, 12:30-1 p.m. ET

Join the Center for Spirituality to explore the ways that different religious teachings — and the act of gathering to reflect in community — can add beauty and meaning to our experience of the total solar eclipse.

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Solar Soiree with Nazareth University

April 8, 1-5 p.m. ET

Join Nazareth University as we welcome in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the solar eclipse on campus. We'll have fun activities, giveaways, and more! Eclipse glasses provided!

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Battle of the Beaks- Lacrosse

April 12, 4:30- 6:30 p.m. ET

Join Nazareth's Lacrosse team for yet another rivalry game versus St. John Fisher at Golden Flyer Stadium. Tickets and T-shirt proceeds will be donated to Golisano Children's Hospital music therapy program.

Ticket: $5 at entrance

T-shirts at the game are $10

Cash only!

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Fairytale Gala

April 16, 2:30 p.m. ET

Come join Nazareth and RocMusic students as the perform classic fairytale favorites live on stage. All proceeds will go to RocMusic of Rochester. ASL interpreter, proximity and Handicap seating available!

There will be dancers, instrumentalists, and vocalists participating in this event. There will be several interactive portions, including a sing-along at the end. 

 

Tickets

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Accordion & Cello: a Duo from Poland

April 28, 3-4 p.m. ET

Weronika Suraaccordion

Joanna Paluchcello

Music of Manuel de Falla, Astor Piazzolla, Vittorio Monti, Dominik Lasota

Free admission!

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Naz Culture, Community, and Belonging Dialogue Series: Naz Community check-in

April 18, 5:30 - 7 p.m. 

Forum, Shults Community Center

This year-long dialogue series sponsored by Culture, Community, & Belonging at Nazareth is intended to share thoughts, information, and perspectives to advance the work of creating a community of belonging at Nazareth and beyond. This year's theme: “Recapturing a spirit of curiosity”

This flyer shows the dialogue events for the full academic year.

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51+ Club and Founders Legacy Society luncheon

May 31, 2024

This special luncheon celebrates alumni who have already passed their 50th reunion (Class of 1973 and earlier) as well as those who have committed planned gifts to Nazareth as part of our Founders Legacy Society.

You can find the menu and other details on this page.

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Golden Insights: An Update on Athletics at Naz

June 18, 12 - 1 p.m. ET

Tune in to hear the inside scoop from Nazareth's campus leadership on your favorite topics.

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Golden Insights: An Equity-Minded Naz: A commitment to inclusive excellence through education, connection, and access

September 10, 12 - 1 p.m. ET

Tune in to hear the inside scoop from Nazareth's campus leadership on your favorite topics.

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Naz Weekend 2024

September 20-22, 2024

This year's Naz Weekend will be the pinnacle of our two year centennial celebrations.

More details will be shared on this page soon.

 
 
 
 
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Golden Insights: Careers, Community Engagement, and Study Abroad

November 12, 12 - 1 p.m. ET

Tune in to hear the inside scoop from Nazareth's campus leadership on your favorite topics.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

ONGOING EVENTS

Check back for new events as the academic semester begins!

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French for Kids After School Program

Fall 2023, Fridays: 4 - 5 p.m.

The French House, Nazareth University Campus

This program teaches students aged 2-10 French with stories, songs, dances, cooking, arts and crafts and sports. Children are invited to discover or enrich their language and knowledge of the French culture. 

Snacks provided.

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Italian Conversation Table

Thursdays, 5 p.m.

Frank DiMino Casa Italiana

The Italian Conversation Table is an informal conversation group led by Daniel Speciale and other members of Casa Italiana. Its goal is to provide attendees with an opportunity to speak Italian in a casual setting. For more information please contact Daniel Speciale (dspecia0@naz.edu).

"La Scuola Italiana" Italian Classes for Children

Saturdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Frank DiMino Casa Italiana, LeChase Lounge

La Scuola Italiana offers age-appropriate activities and curriculum for children of all ages. The classes are for beginners to advanced beginners and use authentic materials in the target language. This engaging program focuses on Italian language, music, and games. La Scuola Italiana will also include hands-on learning activities, watching video clips, role playing, and projects. Starting Saturday, January 28th through Saturday, April 29th (No class will be held on Saturday, March 18th and the week of Easter).

Cost:

Non-Members: $250/per child

Members: $200/per child

Nazareth Faculty/Staff: $200 per child

Additionally, we ask that parents fill out the attached forms for their child(ren) and email them back to us at casa@naz.edu or bring them in person to Casa Italiana.

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Night Flyers Campus Community Band

Wednesdays, 7:15 - 8:45 p.m.

Nazareth's NEW Night Flyers Campus Community Band is open to Rochester area community members with proof of COVID-19 vaccination, as well as to students and employees. This non-auditioned concert band meets on campus and gives one performance a semester. If interested, contact Steven Zugelder.

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Unified Hiking Club

A Unified Hiking Club has connected Naz students with Special Olympic athletes for hikes at a local park, to everyone's benefit. If you are a Naz student, alum, faculty, or staff member, or a person with disabilities in the community who's intersted in joining the hikes, contact Dr. Jim Black.

Past Events

A Movement, Not a Moment: Nazareth's Commitment to Social Justice
Start Building Your Financial Knowledge Today!
The Afterlife & Life of Joan of Arc: Reflections on a Work in Progress
Creative & Productive Journaling
Jazz Notes: A Personal & Historical Perspective
Reclaiming PRIDE: Understanding Persistence, Resilience, Identity, Determination, & Empowerment for LGBTQIA+ Individuals
Leaving the Nest and Building Your Own: Getting Your Post College Life Off to a Strong Start
Unfolding History: Paper Cranes & Symbolism in East Asia Post WWII
Bias in AI: Can Computers Be Racist? Spoiler Alert: Yes!
Cooking Internationally: Ravioli Al Limone
Presidential Impeachment: What Does This Mean?
The 2020 Election: Understanding This Unique Moment in History

ANNUAL EVENTS