Join your classmates back on campus to relive your NU memories and make new ones at Alumni Weekend! This year’s festivities will honor alumni who graduated in class years ending in 0s and 5s, but all alumni are welcome back to join the fun!
Schedule of Events
* Registration is required
Thursday, June 5
Kick-Off Party in the Village *
The Griffon Inn and Gastropub Brewery, Lewiston
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Before the weekend festivities begin, connect with your classmates in the Village of Lewiston. Ticket includes an appetizer buffet and two drink tokens. The restaurant is located at 115 S. Water St., Lewiston, N.Y. 14092. $55/per person
Friday, June 6
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Gallagher Center, Front Entrance
BBQ Lunch
Gallagher Center, Front Lawn
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Grab a bite and enjoy your first moments back on the ridge. Cost on your own.
Castellani Art Museum Guided Tour *
1 p.m.
Enjoy more than 5,000 pieces of mainly modern and contemporary art serving the diverse racial, ethnic, and religious communities of the Niagara region. Free
Golden Eagle Celebration *
Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons
5:30 p.m.
Celebrate 50 golden years! A special anniversary dinner will be held for the Class of 1975, in which Purple Eagles will receive the university’s official Golden Eagle alumni pin from President, Rev. James J. Maher, C.M. All other class years will attend the Welcome Back Bash. Dress code is business casual. $75/per person
Class Reunions – Welcome Back Bash *
Gallagher Center Parking Lot
6 p.m.
Let’s Party! Catch up with your classmates and relive your favorite Niagara memories on the Ridge. Represent your class year loud and proud! Enjoy BBQ favorites while catching up with friends. A special highlight to all Y2K Graduates! — Including all Class of 2000 (25th Anniversary) Purple Eagles. Don’t miss it! $30/per person
Throwback to Third Street – Bar Crawl
The Archives Pub, Niagara Falls
9:30 p.m.Cheers!
Grab your drinking buddies and stop by The Archives Pub (formerly Tap Room) in Niagara Falls. Enjoy drinks and a few laughs with your fellow Niagara grads at this newly alumni owned business. The pub is located at 439 3rd St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301. Cost on your own.
Saturday, June 7
9:30 a.m. – Noon
Gallagher Center, Front Entrance
Tim Hortons Coffee and Bakeshop
Gallagher Center, Lower Level
8 a.m. – Noon
Cost on your own
Honoring our Veterans *
Multipurpose Room, Gallagher Center
10:30 a.m.
Join us as we commemorate all veteran alumni who served our country. This special service will also include updates and a tour of our Veterans Lounge, highlighting how Niagara University continues to support those who have served. Free
Alumni Wine Tour *
Gallagher Center Parking Lot – Pickup location
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hop on the limo bus and enjoy 4 unique stops along Niagara’s Wine Trail. Sip your way through the vineyards on this 5-hour tour. Beverages and lunch are not included. $55/per person
Alumni Luau *
Gallagher Center Parking Lot
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Aloha! It’s tiki time under the sun with all the tasty luau food staples. Enjoy lawn games and live music while reconnecting with your fellow alumni. $30/per person
Athletic Meet and Greet *
Gallagher Center, Upper Level
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Go Purple Eagles! Meet some of our Division I Athletic Coaches while exploring Gallagher Center and Dwyer Arena. Free
Campus Tours *
Noon, 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
Meet by the front doors of the Gallagher Center. Explore Monteagle Ridge with our Niagara University student tour guides. Free
Castellani Art Museum Guided Tour *
1 p.m.
Enjoy more than 5,000 pieces of mainly modern and contemporary art serving the diverse racial, ethnic, and religious communities of the Niagara region. Free
College of Nursing Alumni Happy Hour *
Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons
2 p.m.
Reunite with your fellow College of Nursing alumni and receive updates from dean of the college, Dr. Christine Verni. Free
College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management Happy Hour *
Statler House, Varsity Village
2 p.m.
Reunite with your fellow CoHST alumni and receive college updates. Free
Niagara at Night *
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Niagara Falls
6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Enjoy a night of drinks, dinner, dancing, fireworks and more! Dress code is business casual. $90/per person
Sunday, June 8
Alumni Memorial Mass *
Alumni Chapel
11 a.m.
Join us as we recognize, remember, and celebrate the lives of all our alumni, family, and friends who have passed away this past year and beyond. Free
Hotel Accommodations
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