Schedule of Events
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Events by Date
Below is a complete list of events for Naz Weekend, broken down by day. Review this list for details on each event! Events are open to all unless otherwise noted.
Friday, September 20
8 a.m. Naz Athletics Golf Classic
8 a.m., Registration and Range Open
9 a.m., Tee Off
Cobblestone Creek Country Club
Join Nazareth Athletics for a day on the course during its 21st annual golf classic. Single golfer, foursomes, and sponsorships available. Lunch will be provided on the course, with a happy hour to follow the tournament. For more information about the Golf Classic and to register, visit our website.
$200 per golfer, $800 for foursome, and additional sponsorship opportunities. Registration is required.
11:30 a.m. 50th Reunion Luncheon- Class of 1974
Nazareth honors its golden anniversary class with a complimentary luncheon. All members of the Class of 1974 are invited to attend. Each alum is welcome to invite one guest to the celebration.
This event is free. Registration is required to reserve seating.
11:30 a.m. Former Faculty & Staff Luncheon
President Elizabeth Paul invites our esteemed former members of faculty and staff (those with 15 or more years of service) to a special luncheon celebrating your unwavering dedication and commemorating a remarkable milestone in our history -- 100 years. You are invited for an afternoon of reminiscing and hearing updates from campus leadership.
This event is $30. Registration is required and invite only.
1:30 p.m. Jumu'ah Salah
Sulam Center, George Hall
Jumma Mubarak! All are invited to pray Jumu'ah Salah with the Nazareth Muslim Student Association in the Sulam Center, located in George Hall across from Colie's Cafe. Everyone is welcome to observe the prayer.
2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Golf Cart Campus Tours
Departing from Golisano Training Center
Take a tour of campus to see all that Naz has to offer. Tours include Nazareth’s residence halls, Golisano Academic Center, Peckham Hall, the York Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute, the Jane and Laurence Glazer Music Performance Center, and the Golisano Training Center.
3 p.m. Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Alan Pascuzzi '91
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Join us for the University's annual lecture series. Dr. Alan Pascuzzi, Class of 1991, will share how a Nazareth education created a solid foundation for his current work in Florence's art scene: Nazareth - A Branch that will Bear Fruit: The Cultivation of the Individual, the Beauty, and the Significance of the Nazareth Experience
4 p.m. Centennial History Wall Unveiling
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
In celebration of our centennial year, join us for the grand reveal of Nazareth's history wall -- illustrating the story of Nazareth's first 100 years!
4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Artist's Talk: Envisivivarium
Arts and Design Department
Join the Art and Design Department as they host Kenny Harris for an artist talk on his exhibition Envisivivarium. A reception will follow.
5 p.m. Welcome Shabbat
Sulam Center, George Hall
Join Nazareth Hillel to welcome Shabbat and celebrate the beginning of this exciting weekend. We'll share the traditional Shabbat rituals of candles, grape juice, and challah, and take a moment to be grateful for this chance to come together and celebrate Jewish life and community at Naz.
This is free and open to all attendees.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Gallery Reception
Arts Center Lobby, Arts Center
Join artist Kenny Harris (Envisivivarium) and Faculty Artists (2024 Faculty Art Show) along with Art Department faculty and staff for the opening reception of these exciting new exhibitions.
This is free and open to all attendees.
5 p.m. Alumni Award Ceremony
Beston Lobby, Glazer Music Performance Center
A reception honoring our alumni award recipients in celebration of their outstanding achievements.
This event is invite only
5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Food Truck Rodeo
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Come enjoy a few of Rochester’s finest food trucks. Food and drinks available for purchase a la carte from vendors. Enjoy the music of Flowerhead Folks, ft. Nazareth's own Anastasia Polashenski '16 and Dominic Pickard '04!
Food Trucks:
Dainty Donut (@daintydonutfactory)
Eat Greek (@eatgreekfoods)
Gorilla Street Hibachi (@gorilla.street.hibachi)
Ko-Bq (@kobqfoodtruck)
Macarollin' (@macarollin)
Shakin' Smiles (@shakinsmiles)
Smoothies Plus (@smoothiesplus)
The Meatball Truck (@meatballtruckco)
Wraps on Wheels (@wrapsonwheels)
This is a pay as you go event. Be sure to bring cash for this event.
6 p.m. Centennial Gala
This is a separately ticketed, limited availability event. Additional details can be found on our website!
Join us for an elegant evening at the Country Club of Rochester to celebrate our centennial and raise money for the next one hundred years of Nazareth.
6 p.m. Cocktail Hour
7:30 p.m. Dinner
6:30 p.m. Alumni Dance Showcase
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Enjoy the talent of our alumni in this alumni dance showcase!
6:30 p.m. Swim + Dive Happy Hour
All swimming and diving alumni are invited to join for a happy hour at Jeremiah's Tavern with a cash bar.
8 p.m. Haunted History Walking Tours
Departing from Linehan Chapel
See the spooky side of Nazareth! Hear about the myths, legends, and interesting phenomena experienced over the years. Please note, this is a walking tour with many flights of stairs (there is no elevator access to many areas that will be explored).
This event is free. Registration is required to book your time slot.
9 p.m. Naz Weekend Trivia
Cabaret, Otto A. Shults Center
Join our Campus Activities Board for some fun trivia featuring local Game Night ROC!
This is free and open to all attendees.
9 p.m. Last Call at Thirsty's
Join us for a nightcap to end the evening!
Saturday, September 21
9 a.m. Parent & Families Breakfast
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Parents and families of current students are invited to join us for breakfast to kick off an exciting day!
This event is free. Registration is required to reserve seating.
9 a.m. Alumni Round Robin Tennis Tournament
Tennis Courts
Men and women's tennis alumni are invited to join for a round robin tournament at the tennis courts.
10 a.m. Admissions Information Session and Tour of Campus
Art Center 14
Join us for a special admissions information session and campus tour to give your student an unforgettable glimpse into the educational excellence and vibrant community we offer at Nazareth University.
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Phi Eta Sigma Induction Ceremony
The Forum, Otto A. Shults Center
Join Phi Eta Sigma as they induct and celebrate the students who accepted the invitation to join the national honor society for first year students. Families and friends are welcome to join and celebrate the achievement of these students!
10 a.m. Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Sr. Jean Bellini '65 & Sr. Patricia Schoelles '74
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
A Little History and a Little Motivation by Sr. Patricia Schoelles ’74
My Journey: Shaped by Relationships with People in Each Time
and Place by Sr. Jean Bellini '65
Join us for the University's annual lecture series. Hear from Srs. Patricia Schoelles '74 and Jean Bellini '65 about how Nazareth has shaped their lives and the lives of their communities.
10 a.m. Legacy Pinning Ceremony
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Be part of a tradition that celebrates the ties that unite your family to ours. We want to recognize our legacy families for continuing the Nazareth tradition. This event is intended for current students and their relatives who graduated from or currently attend Nazareth.
This year's legacy pinning is happening in conjunction with the Shannon Lecture in celebration of the centennial.
This event is free. Registration is required to reserve seating. This will take place during the Shannon Lecture.
10 a.m. Women's Alumni Lacrosse Game
Colie's Lawn/NLPA Field
10 a.m. Light Refreshments
11 a.m. Alumni Game
All Women's Lax alumni are invited to join for light refreshments on Colie's Lawn at 10a.m. Then, stay for an alumni game on the NLPA field at 11a.m.!
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Bartenieff Yoga Fusion - Jenna Newpher '23
George 154
This class focuses on connecting patterns of Bartenieff Fundamentals to the pedagogy of yoga asanas. The main goal is to help students utilize Bartienff concepts/patterns in the process of learning, analyzing, & breaking down movement as a whole outside of the genre of modern dance.
*It would be beneficial for students to have a basic idea of Bartenieff Fundamentals prior to class but not required.
All are welcome; please sign up for this class!
10:30 a.m. Alumni Softball Game
Flyer Field
All softball alumni are invited to join for an alumni softball game on Flyer Field. The current team will join as well. Reach out to Coach Yerdon-Grange to let her know you can make it!
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. BIPOC Affinity Gathering
Medaille Formal Lounge
Building solidarity between students and alumni of color, our Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Affinity Luncheon provides an opportunity to connect for personal and professional development, mentorship, and affinity in hopes of unleashing the potential of our alumni and advancing the mission of creating structures that can proactively modify the student experience.
This event is free. Registration is required to reserve seating.
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Donor Society Hospitality Suite
Blue Cross Blue Shield Atrium (Peckham Lobby)
Exclusive access to donor society members:
- Nazareth Leadership Society
- Founders Legacy Society
- 1924 Loyalty Society
Stop by for a brief respite and mingle with members of the Nazareth advancement team.
This event is invite only.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Naz Fest
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Get in the Naz spirit with fun for all ages, including inflatables, farmers market featuring local seasonal produce, DJ, and more! Food trucks and cash bar.
This is a pay as you go event. Be sure to bring cash for this event.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Men's Alumni Basketball Celebration
Kidera Gymnasium, Otto A. Shults Center & Colie's Lawn
Join men’s basketball alums as they square off in a scrimmage style match followed by a team luncheon for alumni and families.
This is $30 for alumni (includes t-shirt and lunch) and $5 additional for family members (includes lunch). Registration and payment recommended ahead of time; cash will be accepted at the event.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Women's Alumni Basketball Celebration
Kidera Gymnasium, Otto A. Shults Center & Colie's Lawn
Join women’s basketball alumnae as they square off in a scrimmage style match followed by a team luncheon for players and families.
This is $30 for alumni (includes t-shirt and lunch) and $5 additional for family members (includes lunch). Registration and payment recommended ahead of time; cash will be accepted at the event.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Men's Lacrosse Celebration
Upper Field and Alumni Pavilion
Join men's lacrosse alums and current players as they square off in a scrimmage style match followed by a team luncheon for players and families.
This is free and open to all attendees.
11:30 a.m. 60th Reunion Luncheon - Class of 1964
Palladoro Welcome Vista, Arts Center
All members of the Class of 1964 are invited to join together and celebrate their 60th reunion.
Cost: $22.99. Registration is required.
11:40 a.m. - 1:10 p.m. Dance Yoga Flow For Balancing The Nervous System- Jenna Newpher '23
George 154
This class will first focus on activating the nervous system through warming up the body then after students will learn how to practice sensing the state of the mind-body and self-activating the parasympathetic nervous system through grounding mind/body movement. Elements of yoga, mindfulness, & Bartenieff fundamentals will be included.
All are welcome; please sign up for this class!
Noon - 1:30 p.m. LGBTQIA+ Affinity Gathering
The Forum, Otto A. Shults Center
Join us for the first LGBTQIA+ Affinity luncheon. This event will offer an opportunity to connect for personal and professional development, mentorship, and affinity, as well as unveiling of the timeline of Nazareth's LGBTQIA+ history.
This event is free. Registration is required to save seating
Noon - 2 p.m. Polaroids at the Naz Letters
Smyth Lawn, NAZ Letters
Grab your friends and family for a polaroid picture in front of the NAZ Letters. We have the camera, film, and photo taker, you just need to bring your Naz pride!
Noon - Purple v. Gold Alumni Swim Meet
Swimming Pool, Otto A. Shults Center
Men's and women's swimming & diving alumni are invited back to compete in their home pool for the purple v. gold alumni swim meet. Let Coach Heckman know if you plan to attend!
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Golf Cart Campus Tours
Departing from Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
See all that Naz has to offer! Take a tour of campus to see sites old and new. Tours include Nazareth’s residence halls, Golisano Academic Center, Peckham Hall, the York Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute, the Jane and Laurence Glazer Music Performance Center, and the Golisano Training Center.
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Open Rehearsal- Dancing at Lughnasa
Arts Center 48
Watch an open rehearsal for Naz Theatre's production of Dancing at Lughnasa. Then, catch a full performance Oct 10-13!
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Vow Renewal
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Did you make that momentous walk down the aisle in Linehan Chapel or wish you had? Jamie Fazio '97, Director of the Center for Spirituality, will be offering the chance to renew your marital vows. Sign up for a 10-minute time slot by contacting Jamie Fazio '97 at jfazio1@naz.edu. All are welcome!
This event is free. Registration is required to reserve a time.
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Open Houses
1:15 p.m. Women's Alumni Hockey Game
All women's ice hockey alums are invited to join for a friendly game on the rink!
1:20 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. The Working Mind of a Dancer Through Contemporary Performance- Madeline Dembowski '24
George 154
This class will introduce dancers to techniques involving picking up choreography, performing for a 360 degree audience, and class presence/readiness. Through discussion and physical practice dancers will have the opportunity to utilize the skills they learn through a contemporary based dance class. Dancers will be led through a thorough and dynamic warm up, engage in conversations surrounding how to reach their fullest potential as a performer, respond to improvisational prompts, and learn a short contemporary combination. The class structure is set up to respond to the needs of the dancers. This class is designed for the intermediate to advanced level dancer, and modifications are able to be made if, or when needed. Please come to class barefoot with hair tied back and ready to deepen your inner and outer understanding of yourself as a performer!
Intermediate+ dancer recommended; please sign up for this class!
2 p.m. Men's Soccer v. Hartwick College
Golden Flyer Stadium
Nazareth's Golden Flyers take on the Hartwick Hawks in a home game.
2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Women's Volleyball Celebration
Kidera Gymnasium, Otto A. Shults Center
All women's volleyball alumni are invited back to play a game in Kidera gym.
2:30 p.m. Swimming & Diving Luncheon
The Forum, Otto A. Shults Center
The current parents of Nazareth's Swimming & Diving team invite all team members and alumni to join for a lunch in the forum after the Purple & Gold meet.
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Mind-Body Movement Exploration (Laban/Bartenieff)- Jenna Newpher '23
George 154
This class will focus on bringing awareness to the mind-body connection through guiled to self-exploration improvisation of the laban movement analysis basic effort categories and their oppositional dynamics (ex. strong/light). Students will also explore a basic introduction of each Bartenieff fundamental through breath initiated movement patterning, accessible to beginners in this work.
All are welcome; please sign up for this class!
3 p.m. Rowing Equipment Display
Side yard of GTC
Parents of student athletes are invited to join Coach Welker for a demonstration of the team's rowing equipment. Boats, oars, etc. will be out for display and Coach Welker will be available to answer any questions
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Centennial Jubilee
Beston Hall, Glazer Music Performance Center
The exciting pinnacle of our centennial celebrations! We will honor the achievements and accomplishments of several notable members who have helped shaped the Nazareth community over the last 100 years, see the vision of the next 100 years to come, and hear the sounds of Nazareth music students, alums, and faculty and staff as they perform at our exciting Centennial Jubilee, including a piece composed and directed by Jack Allocco '72.
There are no tickets for this event; arrive early to guarantee a seat. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Centennial Tastings Happy Hour
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Join us for a free tasting of our centennial beer and bourbon. Featuring Get Bee to the Nunnery by Nine Spot Brewing and the centennial bourbon from Iron Smoke.
Build your own Charcuterie boards will be available for purchase from Cheese Charcuterie Club (@CheeseCharcuterieClub)
This is free and open to all attendees (must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages).
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Polaroids at the NAZ letters
Smyth Lawn, NAZ Letters
Grab your friends and family for a polaroid picture in front of the NAZ Letters. We have the camera, film, and photo taker, you just need to bring your Naz pride!
*While supplies last
5 p.m. Men's Rugby v. Buffalo
Stadium Field
Watch Nazareth's Men's Rugby face off with Buffalo.
5:00 p.m. Hall of Fame Reception
Arts Center Upper Lobby, Arts Center
5-6 p.m. Cocktail Hour
6 p.m. Ceremony
Join us for this special event saluting our athletes’ accomplishments across our 100 years and honoring this year’s inductees:
- Hannah Brackley '15
- Ed Babcock '07
- Mitch Ford '16
- Len Maley
- Rosanne Simiele '07
- Mark Sovie '01
- Ellis Walsh '12
- Brittany Wilson '12
- Ed Zdolshek '16
- Kate Zwickl '10
$30 per person. Registration is required to reserve seating.
5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Catholic Mass
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
A traditional Catholic Mass on campus. If you would like to serve as a lector or be part of the choir, please contact Jamie Fazio '97 at jfazio1@naz.edu. All are welcome!
6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Centennial Soiree
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Dance the night away with friends and family! Join us for grazing stations and live music by Atlas. Cash bar available.
This is a free event; however, registration is required.
6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Porte Ouverte
French House
This is an opportunity for students and alumni to explore the French house, share stories, and bond over refreshments.
Sign up to let the resident's know who's coming and any dietary needs.
9 p.m. Centennial Fireworks Display
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Wrap up a day of festivities with an exciting fireworks display.
This event is free and open to all attendees.
Sunday, September 22
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. St. Luke Tabernacle Church Service
Linehan Chapel
Rev. Dr. Linda Hickmon Evans, Pastor of St. Luke Tabernacle Community Church, invites alumni and families to attend their weekly service in Linehan Chapel. All are welcome.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Goodbye Brunch
Lourdes & Kearney Dining Commons, Lourdes Residence Hall
Local fall-themed meal options and a chance to say farewell for now.
Family members of students eat for free with meal swipes. Alumni and guests may pay $14.55 at the door.
Alumni
Naz Athletics Golf Classic
Cobblestone Creek Country Club
Friday, Sept 20, 8 a.m.
50th Reunion Luncheon
Friday, Sept 20, 11:30 a.m.
Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Alan Pascuzzi '91
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 3 p.m.
Centennial History Wall Unveiling
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 4 p.m.
Alumni Award Ceremony
Duda Family Concourse, Glazer Music Performance Center
Friday, Sept 20, 5 p.m.
Gallery Reception
Upper Lobby, Arts Center
Friday, Sept 20, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Food Truck Rodeo
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Centennial Gala
Friday, Sept 20
6 p.m. Cocktail Hour
7:30 p.m. Dinner
This is a separately ticketed, limited availability event. Additional details can be found on our website!
Alumni Dance Showcase
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 6:30 p.m.
Haunted History Walking Tours
Departing from Linehan Chapel
Friday, Sept 20, 8 p.m.
Naz Weekend Trivia
The Cabaret, Otto A. Shults Center
Friday, Sept 20, 9 p.m.
Last Call at Thirsty's
Friday, Sept 20, 9 p.m.
Alumni Round Robin Tennis Tournament
Tennis Courts
Saturday, Sept 21 9 a.m.
Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Sr. Jean Bellini ‘65 & Sr. Patricia Schoelles ‘74
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
Legacy Pinning Ceremony
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
Men's Lacrosse Celebration
Upper field and Alumni Pavilion
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
BIPOC Affinity Gathering
Medaille Formal Lounge, Medaille Hall
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Naz Fest
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Alumni Basketball Celebrations
Kidera Gym, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Women's Alumni Lacrosse Game
Colie's Lawn/NLPA Field
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
LGBTQIA+ Affinity Gathering
Forum, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21 Noon - 1:30 p.m.
60th Reunion Luncheon - Class of 1964
Location TBD
Saturday, Sept 21, Noon
All members of the Class of 1964 are invited to join together and celebrate their 60th reunion.
Registration is required.
Purple & Gold Alumni Meet
Swimming Pool, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, noon
Polaroids at the NAZ Letters
NAZ letters, Smyth Lawn
Saturday, Sept 21
Noon - 2 p.m.
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Vow Renewal
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Department Open Houses
Various Locations
Saturday, Sept 21, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Women's Volleyball Celebration
Kidera Gym, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Centennial Jubilee
Beston Hall, Glazer Music Performance Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Centennial Tastings Happy Hour
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Hall of Fame Reception
Upper Lobby, Arts Center
Saturday, Sept 21
Cocktail Hour: 5 pm. - 6 p.m.
Ceremony: 6 p.m.
Centennial Soiree
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Centennial Fireworks Display
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 9 p.m.
Athletics
Naz Athletics Golf Classic
Cobblestone Creek Country Club
Friday, Sept 20, 8 a.m.
Swim & Dive Happy Hour
Jeremiah's Tavern
Friday, Sept 20 6:30 p.m.
Alumni Round Robin Tennis Tournament
Tennis Courts
Saturday, Sept 21 9 a.m.
Women's Alumni Lacrosse Game
Colie's Lawn/NLPA Field
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
Alumni Softball Game
Flyer Field
Saturday, Sept 21 10:30 a.m.
Women's Alumni Basketball Celebration
Kidera Gym, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Men's Alumni Basketball Celebration
Kidera Gym, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Men's Lacrosse Celebration
Upper field and Alumni Pavilion
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Purple & Gold Alumni Meet
Swimming Pool, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, noon
Men's Soccer v. Hartwick College
Golden Flyer Stadium
Saturday, Sept 21, 2 p.m.
Women's Volleyball Celebration
Kidera Gym, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Purple & Gold Alumni Meet
Swimming Pool, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, noon
Women's Alumni Hockey Game
Tim Hortons Iceplex
Saturday, Sept 21 1:15 p.m.
Swimming and Diving Luncheon
Otto Shults Center, The Forum
Saturday, Sept 21 2:30 p.m.
Rowing Equipment Display
Side lawn of GTC
Saturday, Sept 21, 3 p.m.
Men's Rugby v. Buffalo
Stadium Field
Saturday, Sept 21, 5 p.m.
Hall of Fame Reception
Upper Lobby, Arts Center
Saturday, Sept 21
Cocktail Hour: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Ceremony: 6 p.m.
Parents & Families
Jumu’ah Salah
Sulam Center, George Hall
Friday, Sept 20, 1:30 p.m.
Campus Golf Cart Tours
Departs from Golisano Training Center
Friday, Sept 20, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, Sept 21 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Alan Pascuzzi '91
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 3 p.m.
Centennial Wall Unveiling
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 4 p.m.
Welcome Shabbat
Sulam Center, George Hall
Friday, Sept 20, 5 p.m.
Food Truck Rodeo
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Alumni Dance Showcase
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 6:30 p.m.
Haunted History Walking Tours
Departing from Linehan Chapel
Friday, Sept 20, 8 p.m.
Naz Weekend Trivia
The Cabaret, Otto A. Shults Center
Friday, Sept 20, 9 p.m.
Parents & Family Breakfast
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Phi Eta Sigma Induction Ceremony
Forum, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Sr. Jean Bellini ‘65 & Sr. Patricia Schoelles ‘74
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
Legacy Pinning Ceremony
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
Admissions Information Session and Tour of Campus
Arts Center 14
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m.
BIPOC Affinity Gathering
Medaille Formal Lounge, Medaille Hall
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Naz Fest
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
LGBTQIA+ Affinity Gathering
Forum, Otto A. Shults Center
Saturday, Sept 21, Noon. - 1:30 p.m.
Polaroids at the NAZ letters
NAZ letters, Smyth Lawn
Saturday, Sept 21
Noon-2 p.m.
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Department Open Houses
Various Locations
Saturday, Sept 21, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
See full listing below >>
Men's Soccer v. Hartwick College
Golden Flyer Stadium
Saturday, Sept 21, 2 p.m.
Centennial Jubilee
Beston Hall, Glazer Music Performance Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Centennial Tastings Happy Hour
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
*All family members are welcome to attend, must be 21 to participate in tastings
Catholic Mass
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Men's Rugby v. Buffalo
Stadium Field
Saturday, Sept 21, 5 p.m.
Centennial Soiree
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Centennial Fireworks Display
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 9 p.m.
Centennial
Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Alan Pascuzzi ‘91
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 3 p.m.
Join us for the University's annual lecture series. Hear how Dr. Alan Pascuzzi, of the Class of 1991, will share how a Nazareth education created a solid foundation for his current work in Florence's art scene in his lecture entitled: Nazareth - A Branch that will Bear Fruit: The Cultivation of the Individual, the Beauty, and the Significance of the Nazareth Experience
Centennial History Wall Unveiling
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Friday, Sept 20, 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
In celebration of our centennial year, join us for the grand reveal of Nazareth's history wall -- illustrating the story of Nazareth's first 100 years!
Centennial Gala
Friday, Sept 20
Join us for an elegant evening at the Country Club of Rochester to celebrate our centennial and raise money for the next one hundred years of Nazareth.
6 p.m. Cocktail Hour
7:30 p.m. Dinner
This is a separately ticketed, limited availability event. Additional details can be found on our website!
Centennial Summit- Shannon Lecture: Sr. Jean Bellini ‘65 & Sr. Patricia Schoelles ‘74
Linehan Chapel, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
A Little History and a Little Motivation by Sr. Patricia Schoelles ’74
My Journey: Shaped by Relationships with People in Each Time
and Place by Sr. Jean Bellini '65
Join us for the University's annual lecture series. Hear from Srs. Patricia Schoelles '74 and Jean Bellini '65 about how Nazareth has shaped their lives and the lives of their communities.
Centennial Jubilee
Beston Hall, Glazer Music Performance Center
Saturday, Sept 21 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The exciting pinnacle of our centennial celebrations! We will honor the achievements and accomplishments of several notable members who have helped shaped the Nazareth community over the last 100 years, see the vision of the next 100 years to come, and hear the sounds of Nazareth music students, alums, and faculty and staff as they perform at our exciting Centennial Jubilee, including a piece composed and directed by Jack Allocco '72.
There are no tickets for this event; arrive early to guarantee a seat. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.
Centennial Tastings Happy Hour
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join us for a free tasting of our centennial beer and bourbon. Featuring Get Bee to the Nunnery by Nine Spot Brewing and the centennial bourbon from Iron Smoke.
Build your own Charcuterie boards will be available for purchase from Cheese Charcuterie Club (@CheeseCharcuterieClub)
This is free and open to all attendees (must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages).
Centennial Soiree
Front Lawn, Golisano Academic Center
Saturday, Sept 21, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Dance the night away with friends and family! Join us for grazing stations and live music by Atlas. Cash bar available.
This is a free event; however, registration is required.
Centennial Fireworks Display
Smyth Lawn
Saturday, Sept 21, 9 p.m.
Wrap up a day of festivities with an exciting fireworks display.
This event is free and open to all attendees.
Department Open Houses
All department open houses are on Saturday, Sept 21, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Want to win some Centennial swag? Pick up a passport at registration and visit 5 or more open houses to be entered into a raffle. We'll draw names at the Soiree!
Arts Center Tour
Arts Center Lobby
Student tour guides will be available to tour folks through the Arts Center
Athletics Facilities Tour
Stadium or GTC
Student athletes will be available to tour folks through the athletic faciliites
ATLAS Center Open House
Biology & Chemistry Science Extravaganza
Rain location Peckham 123
Come join the Departments of Biology and Chemistry to see how your creative skills can help you in science exploration. Build your own terrarium, pot a plant, and complete an experiment to take home with you. Also, enjoy yard games and popcorn while hanging out with the faculty of the departments.
Center for Spirituality/Campus Ministry
Golisano Academic Center 153
Alumni, were you involved in Campus Ministry or Center for Spirituality as a student? Current students and families, would you like to learn more about the many ways spiritual and religious life is alive on our campus today? Then join us for the CFS Open House! Current and past staff members, including Sr. Kathy Weider, Sr. Donna DelSanto, Julianne Miller, and Jamie Fazio, will be present to welcome you.
Communication Sciences and Disorders
2nd Floor, York Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute
Information about our work with Get Ready to GROW developmental screenings and our on-campus clinic for adults with acquired communication disorders.
Diversity & Inclusive Excellence Education
Otto Shults Center- Diversity Resource Room
Naz's Diversity Resource Center (DRC) is a place for students can get work done, gain resources, or just hang out! Come by for some swag, snacks, and mingling.
LifePrep
Reading Lounge
LifePrep@Naz alumni (all previous LifePrep students, mentors, and staff) will gather to renew friendship and network. Program updates will be provided to all attendees.
Makerspace
Makerspace, basement of library
Come and join us in the Makerspace! A collaborative space for making, learning and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools.
Math Fun with Math Folks
Peckham Hall- Braveman Collaborative Center (2nd Floor)
Fun with Math and Data Science- Join us for chatting, reminiscing, learning about tour new name, and playing with giant, soft Soma Cubes. Have your brain teased with assembling these extra-large puzzles pieces more than 230 ways, inlcuding a pyramid, chair, and traditional cube. Or, just stop by to say "hello!"
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy Clinic, 101, York Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute
Come check out the OT clinic space for an obstacle course and adaptive equipment adventure! Donuts and cider will also be available.
Psychology Department
GAC 332
Come on over to the Psych Department to chat, play some cognitive-sharpening (and fun!) games, eat some CRUMBL cookies, and pick out your very own brain sticker!
Residence Life
Kearney Hall
Are you curious about where Naz students live? Join Res life for a tour of Kearney, Lourdes and OC. Tours are about 45 mins and will leave from the new Kearney Lobby.
Tour times:
1:15p
1:45p
2:15p
School of Education
Golisano Academic Center 211
For Nazareth School of Edu alumni and current students: Create your Nazareth UNIVERSITY School of Education t-shirt! Select decals, position them as you like, and create your individualized Education Naz swag!
Social Work
YWRI 127
Come spin our wheel of wellness! Visit with social work faculty while learning about strategies that support your well-being!
Undergraduate Association, Clubs and Orgs
Shults 100 & WNAZ Radio Station, Otto A. Shults Center
Student Engagement and Leadership supports over 60 clubs on campus, amplifies the work of the Undergraduate Association, and cultivates social opportunities.
World Languages & Cultures
Casa Hispana
York Wellness & Rehabilitation Institute
Peckham Family Atrium, York Wellness & Rehabilitation Institute
Have a tour of Health & Human Services clinics to learn more about our educational programs and services for the community. Cookies! Tours will leave from the Atrium on the half hour at 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Open Throughout the Weekend
Explore these areas of campus on your own time throughout the weekend.
Archives
Archives
Archives, Lower level of Lorette Wilmot Library
- Friday 2pm - 5pm
- Saturday 11am - 3pm
Reminisce with reference librarian, Deborah Janetos, while reviewing our extensive collection of memorabilia. Donations of additional items are welcome.
Athletics Recreation Facilities
Golisano Training Center
Golisano Training Center will be open and free of charge for use by visiting family and alumni.
- Friday: 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Sunday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Art Galleries
Arts Center Gallery
Faculty Art Show
Open from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
The Faculty Art Show is an annual exhibition featuring work by the Nazareth University Art and Design Department Faculty in a variety of styles and media including ceramics, illustration, graphic design, jewelry, metalsmithing, printmaking, painting, photography, sculpture, and more.
Margaret Colacino Gallery
Envisivivarium by Kenny Harris
Open from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
In Envisivivarium, Kenny Harris presents a menagerie of meticulously crafted paper figures designed in harsh contrast of pure white and deep black. Each figure presented in the space represents a different mythological being, demonstrating the diversity and ingenuity of human imagination through overwhelming numbers. These figures welcome the viewer, engaging the audience in a conversation of imagination and creativity. The figures’ shadows present a unique frieze of ambiguous forms, providing the audience with an opportunity to create new figures, narratives, and interactions, engaging in the creative process that has inspired humans for millennia. Each installation of Envisivivarium is unique, responding to the space, location, history, and community in which the work is installed.
Bookstore
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Lower level, Otto A. Shults Center
- Friday 10am - 6:30pm
- Saturday 9am - 6:30pm
- Sunday 10am - 2pm
Alumni can enjoy a 10% discount throughout the weekend!
Centennial Garden
Wildflower seed packets
Leave a legacy of beauty and help grow our brand-new Centennial Garden. Pick up a packet of wildflower seeds at Naz Weekend check-in and then stop by the garden anytime during the weekend and add your seeds!
Dining on Campus
Millie's Cafe
Millie's, Lorette Wilmot Library
- Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Grab a drink or snack all day long at Millie's Cafe, now serving Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters coffee and beverages as well as a variety of fresh baked goods, paninis, and more!
Lourdes & Kearney Dining Commons
Lourdes Hall
- Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Sunday: 9:30 a.m. -8:30 p.m.
Brunch options available Saturday and Sunday mornings. Family members of students eat for free with meal swipes. Alumni and guests may pay at the door. Limited options served between 2 p.m.- 5 p.m. daily.
The Cabaret
Main Floor, Otto A. Shults Center
- Friday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Saturday: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
A la carte options available Friday and Saturday including pizza, burritos, burgers sandwiches, fried foods, and more.
The Roost
Main Floor, Otto A. Shults Center
- Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A la carte options available Friday will offer a variety of salads, smoothies, acai bowls and grab n' go items including sushi
Oak Tree Pantry
Oak Tree Pantry
No member of our campus community should worry about having food or basic self-care items. In keeping with Nazareth’s spirit of community, please support our current students, faculty and staff by helping us fill our pantry. Consider bringing one or two nonperishable food items or hygiene products with you to be donated to our on-campus pantry. Collection bins will be located at registration throughout the weekend. Visit with Bonner Leaders and learn more about the Oak Tree Pantry on Saturday during Naz Fest. For more information, visit our website.
Open Classrooms (requires registration)
Frank DiMino Casa Italiana
Friday, September 20th
Elementary Italian I: 1:30-2:20pm
Intermediate Italian I: 2:30-3:20pm
GAC
Thursday, September 19th
Mass Media/Pop Culture: GAC 375, 1:10-2:25pm
Friday, September 20th
Exposition Writing: GAC 436, 9:30-10:20am or 10:30-11:20am
Intro to Sociology: GAC 234, 12:30-1:20pm
Short Story Into Film: GAC 122, 1:30-2:20pm
Peckham
Thursday, September 19
Integrated Science Inquiry: Rm. 319, 9:30-11:30am
Diagnostic Microbiology: Rm. 012, 10:50am-12:05pm
Smyth
Thursday, September 19
Assessment and Program Planning in Inclusive Adolescence Education: Rm. 163, 4:00-6:40pm
WRI
Thursday, September 19
Speech Science: WRI 250, 9:24-10:40am
Research Methodology in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology: WRI 250, 1:00-3:40pm
Therapy Dogs
Orion, Rosie, & Tilly
Meet Orion, Rosie, and Tilly, our campus registered therapy dogs who are devoted members of the Golden Flyer family. They come to campus daily to interact with the students and love getting attention, so please come say hello when you see them during Naz Weekend.
Find them tabling at Naz Fest and around other events through the weekend. Students can continue to visit them and their faculty members' offices in the YWRI or at IPAW Collaborative and Club events all year long!
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