Family Weekend
Connect with other families and members of the »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ community.
Family Weekend offers a robust schedule of events including athletic events, musical performances, award and induction ceremonies, classroom experiences, network opportunities and family entertainment.
The schedule for Fall 2025 is not yet available. Below you will find the 2024 schedule so you can have a better sense of the programming that will be offered and what to expect. The 2025 schedule and registration details will be available in late summer.
Friday, September 20, 2024
| 1-7 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, Room 320 |
Check-In for Family Weekend | Family Weekend guests are asked to check in as they arrive. Guests will get an updated schedule, map of campus, and a commemorative Family Weekend giveaway. Students and staff will be available to answer any questions. Those who check in will have a chance to enter a drawing for themed prize baskets. Winners will be drawn at noon on Saturday, Sep. 21. |
| Open until 6 p.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Third Floor |
Cantor Art Gallery Exhibit | Blue Profundity: Contemporary Artists Revisit a Color—This exhibition features contemporary artists who incorporate blue in their work to highlight its symbolic and historic meanings. Includes artworks like blue-and-white porcelain, hand-dyed paper pulp, and cyanotype photography. Confirmed artists include Adam Chau, Ifé Franklin, Michelle Samour, Heather Evans Smith, and Andrea Pettway Williams. |
| Open until 6 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Lobby Table |
KatieMcKDesigns LLC | Katie McKernan ’17 will be selling her licensed »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ artwork and merchandise (totes, mugs, etc.). Katie creates handmade linoleum ink carvings of campus scenes, which can be purchased and personalized. |
| 1-4 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Lobby Table |
Ciocca Center Table | Stop by the Ciocca Center’s information table to discover diverse pathways for students interested in business. Learn how you can pursue your passion through any major while gaining real-world business experience. |
| 1:30 and 3 p.m. Departs from The Jo Patio |
Hidden in Plain Sight Tour | Learn about »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ history, mystery, and lore on a walking tour of campus, led by Tom Cadigan '02. Explore little-known facts and legends of Mount St. James. |
| 2-4 p.m. Dinand Library, 3rd Floor |
Archives & Distinctive Collections Open House | View milestone anniversaries celebrated at »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ in 2024, including the Deaf Catholic Archives (50th), NIT championship (70th), and St. Joseph’s Memorial Chapel (100th). Photographs, documents and more will be on display. |
| 3-4 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, Jenks Suite A, 4th Floor |
Parents' Council Meeting | Fall planning meeting for the Parents’ Council. Light refreshments will be served. Invitation only. |
| 3-5 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Lobby Table |
Career Conversations: Center for Career Development | Learn how students can be part of the 91% of graduates who are employed, in graduate school, engaged in service work or completing a fellowship upon graduation. |
| 3:30 p.m. Hart Turf Field & Track |
Field Hockey vs. Lafayette | Cheer on the Field Hockey team as they take on Lafayette College in a key Patriot League match. Admission is free. |
| 4 p.m. Sinnott Family Tennis Facility |
Women's Tennis vs. Endicott | Support the Women’s Tennis team as they compete against Endicott College. |
| 4 p.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Booth Media Lab |
Michelle Saymour, Artist Talk & Papermaking Demo | Cantor Art Gallery exhibiting artist Michelle Samour will discuss her handmade paperworks and book Radical Paper: Art and Invention with Colored Pulp, followed by a live papermaking demonstration. |
| 4:30-5:30 p.m. Anthony S. Fauci Integrated Science Complex, Smith Labs, Room 154 |
Inside the Classroom with André Isaacs | Join Prof. André Issacs for a hands-on learning experience in Organic Chemistry 101. |
| 6-8 p.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Alden Trust Performance Studio, 3rd Floor |
Family Leadership Reception | Invitation Only—Hosted by the President's Council, »»ÆÞÂÛ̳' Leadership Giving Society. Contact Stacy Woods for more details. |
| 7:30 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Father Kuzniewski Field |
Men's Club Rugby vs. Bowdoin | Support the Men's Club Rugby team as they face off against Bowdoin. |
| 8 p.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Concert Hall, 1st Floor |
Traditional Irish Music Hour | Enjoy an evening of Traditional Irish Music featuring Boston-based Uilleann piper Joey Abarta and fiddler Nathan Gourley. |
| 8:30-10:30 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, Hoval |
Fire Pits and S'mores | Gather around the fire pits with fellow students and families for a cozy night under the stars with s'mores and conversation. |
Saturday, September 21, 2024
| 8:30 - 10 a.m. Brooks, Ciampi-Condron, Clark, and Hanselman Halls |
Breakfast & Connecting with Families | Students, parents, families and friends are invited to join the Office of Residence Life and Housing and the Residence Hall Association for a light breakfast and an opportunity to connect and celebrate. Spaces in Brooks, Clark and Hanselman Halls will be designated for first-year and new students, while Ciampi Hall will be open for families of all class years. |
| 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, Room 320 |
Check-in for Family Weekend | Guests will receive an updated schedule, campus map and a commemorative giveaway. Staff will be available for questions, and those who check in can enter a drawing for themed prize baskets. Winners will be drawn at noon. |
| 9-10 a.m. The Jo, Multipurpose Studio 110 |
Yoga | A session focusing on alignment, strength, balance and flexibility. Suitable for all levels; no experience or registration required. Equipment provided. |
| 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Lobby Table |
KatieMcKDesigns LLC | Katie McKernan ’17, will be selling her licensed »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ artwork and merchandise, including totes, mugs and linoleum ink carvings of campus scenes. Personalized items available. |
| 10-11 a.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Concert Hall, 1st Floor |
President's Hour | President Vincent D. Rougeau addresses the community and shares insights on the »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ experience. Light refreshments will follow. |
| 10 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Fitton Field |
Football Parking and Tailgating Open | Tailgating begins for those with purchased football parking. Fitton Field gates open at 12:30 p.m. Ticket and parking details available online. |
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, 1st Floor Lobby Table |
Herff Jones Class Rings | A Herff Jones representative will be available for ring sizing and purchases at a discounted price. |
| 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fitton Football Stadium, Near Scoreboard |
'Sader Spirit | Meet the »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ Cheer Team, Dance Team and Bands. Families can take photos, try instruments and pick up purple swag to support the team. |
| 11 a.m.-noon Hogan Campus Center, Jenks Suite B/C, 4th Floor |
JEBI Meet & Greet | Meet staff from the Office of Justice, Equity, Belonging and Identity (JEBI). Enjoy warm refreshments and learn about belonging initiatives. |
| 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Third Floor |
Cantor Art Gallery Exhibit | "Blue Profundity: Contemporary Artists Revisit a Color" explores symbolic and historic meanings of blue. Featuring artists such as Adam Chau, Ifé Franklin and more. |
| 11:30 a.m. Departs from The Jo Patio |
Hidden in Plain Sight Tour | Explore »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ history, mystery and legends on a walking tour led by Tom Cadigan '02. |
| 1 p.m. St. Joseph Memorial Chapel |
100th Anniversary Tour of the Chapel | Tour the historic chapel with Laurence Rosania, exploring its Jesuit spirituality, artistry and architecture. |
| 1-4 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, Hoval |
Happenings on the Hoval | Enjoy family photos, an inflatable corn maze, hands-on crafts and more fun activities. |
| 2 p.m. Fitton Football Field |
Football vs. Yale | Watch the Crusaders take on Yale in a key New England matchup. Fan-friendly concessions available. |
| 4:30 p.m. St. Joseph Memorial Chapel |
Family Weekend Mass | Join a special worship service celebrating the chapel's 100th anniversary, led by James M. Hayes, S.J. '72. |
| 6-8 p.m. Hogan Campus Center, Jenks Suites A, B, C |
BSU Fish Fry | Join the Black Student Union for an evening of games, music and food. Students must register on myHC. |
| 7 p.m. Linda Johnson Smith Soccer Stadium |
Women's Soccer vs. Lafayette | Support the Crusader Soccer team as they face Lafayette in a Patriot League match. Free admission. |
| 7 p.m. Prior Performing Arts Center, Luth Concert Hall, 1st Floor |
Jazz and Blues with an Irish Interlude | Student musicians showcase a variety of music styles, including jazz, blues and traditional Irish music. |
| 8-11 p.m. Hogan Campus Center |
The Hogan Takeover: Welcome to Worcester | Experience a night filled with Worcester-themed activities, food, games, student performances and large prize bingo. Sponsored by the Campus Activities Board and the Office of Student Involvement. |
Sunday, September 22, 2024
| 9 a.m.-noon The Jo, Flaherty Gymnasium |
Pickleball Open Play | Visit The Jo Recreation & Wellness Center to enjoy playing pickleball. Court availability will be first come, first served. Equipment and basic playing instructions are available at the welcome desk upon arrival. |
| 9-10 a.m. The Jo, Multipurpose Studio 110 |
Yoga | Balance your body. Balance your mind. This session will warm up the body and guide you through movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance and flexibility. This class is appropriate for all levels; no experience or registration required. Equipment will be provided, or bring your own if you prefer. |
| 9-10 a.m. The Jo, Spin Studio 109 |
Spin | Perfect for all fitness levels, this fun and motivating class combines cycling with great music. First come, first served. The gym will also be available for workouts at this time. |
| 10-11 a.m. The Jo, Multipurpose Studio 110 |
Pink Gloves Boxing Class | Family members of current Pink Gloves Boxing participants are invited to join in or observe the boxing skills their students are learning. Invitation Only. |
| 11 a.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Father Kuzniewski Field |
Women's Club Soccer vs. Dartmouth | - |
| 11:30 a.m. St. Joseph Memorial Chapel |
Family Weekend Mass | All are welcome to join us for worship in our beautiful St. Joseph Memorial Chapel – celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2024! Fr. Keith Maczkiewicz, S.J., Associate Vice President - Mission, will preside and preach. Student ministers, Cantor, Schola and the Organ Scholar will lead the liturgy and music. |
| 12 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Purple Field |
Ultimate Frisbee vs. Springfield | - |
| 12:30 p.m. St. Joseph Memorial Chapel |
100th Anniversary Tour of the Chapel | You are warmly welcome to tour our historic St. Joseph Memorial Chapel with Laurence Rosania, Director of Liturgy and Music. In advance of the Chapel's 100th anniversary next year, we will explore some of its fascinating legacy of spirituality, artistry and »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ history. |
| 1 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Artificial Turf Field |
Club Field Hockey vs. UMass Lowell | - |
| 2 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Father Kuzniewski Field |
Men's Club Soccer vs. Harvard | - |
| 2 p.m. Smith Hall, Rehm Library |
Alpha Sigma Nu Induction Ceremony | Alpha Sigma Nu is the National Jesuit Honor Society, which will be inducting and celebrating its newest members. Reception immediately following in Hogan Suite A, fourth floor. |
| 3:30 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Father Kuzniewski Field |
Flag Football Intramurals | - |
| 5:20 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Hart Center Rink |
Women's Club Hockey vs. Bentley | - |
| 7 p.m. Mary Chapel |
Mass | Join us for worship in our beautiful chapel which has served »»ÆÞÂÛ̳ for a century. Music will be performed by the College Choir. |
| 7:45 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Hart Center Rink |
Men's Club Hockey vs. UMass Lowell | - |
| 8 p.m. Luth Athletic Complex, Father Kuzniewski Field |
Soccer Intramurals | - |