9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
University Bookstore Open
6:00 pm, Finnessy Field
Men's Rugby v West Virginia University
8:00 pm, The Perch
Performance by Javier Colon
Winner of NBC’s The Voice, Season 1. Cost is $10. FREE with Student ID. (tickets available at www.sjutickets.com) He captivated America with his soulful voice, and compelling story as a family man. This performance will “wow” the whole family!
Saturday, November 3, 2012
9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Cardinal John Foley Center
Welcome Tent Open
9:00 a.m.- Finnessy Field
7th Annual Kristin’s Krusade 5K Run/Walk
3 weeks after graduating from SJU, Kristin Mitchell was a victim of dating violence. All proceeds benefit the Kristin Mitchell Foundation. More information and pre-registration for the Run/Walk can be found at www.kristinskrusade.org.
9:30 a.m.
Residence Hall Continental Receptions
First year students- Sourin, LaFarge, Villiger and McShain Halls
10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
University Bookstore Open
10:00 a.m., Cardinal John Foley Center
State of the University Address
Fr. C. Kevin Gillespie, SJ talks about the future of Saint Joseph’s University.
11:15 am, 12:15 pm & 1:15 pm
Fun Facts of Hawk Hill Tours
Leaving from the Welcome Tent
11:00 am to 2:00 p.m., Curran Lawn
Carnival
A variety of games and activities for all ages co-sponsored by Greek Council and the Division of Student Life. Come take your picture with the Hawk, snack on some kettle corn and funnel cake and try your luck for a good cause with our raffle prizes!
2:00 p.m., Forum Theater- Campion Student Center
Movie- “The Amazing Spider-Man”
A great opportunity for siblings to have some time with their SJU students! Rated PG-13.
2:00 to 5:00 pm, Campion Courtyard
Family Portrait opportunity
Stop by and have a Family Portrait taken by Wah Photography with a SJU theme!
2:00 to 2:45 p.m., Doyle Banquet Hall North, Campion Student Center
Summer Scholars Program Panel
During the summer months, Saint Joseph’s offers students the chance to engage in faculty-mentored research, creative writing, fine and performing arts, and other scholarly endeavors. Share in the experiences of and ask questions to students who have participated in the program.
2:00 to 2:45 p.m, Doyle Banquet Hall South, Campion Student Center
Making the Most of Your College Experience
There are so many opportunities and experiences that are available to students while attending SJU, this presentation will give an overview of the ways to make the most your four years of college, both inside and outside of the classroom. This session will be led by Kim Allen-Stuck from the Office of Student Success.
3:00 to 3:45 p.m., Doyle Banquet Hall North, Campion Student Center
Information Panel about Upperclassman and Off Campus Housing Options
Hear from the Office of Residence Life and the Office of Off Campus and Commuter Student Life as they give some tips for deciding where to live in a student’s junior and senior years.
3:00 to 3:45 p.m., Doyle Banquet Hall South- Campion Student Center
Gaining a Global Perspective– Study Abroad Panel
Students who participate in study abroad programs benefit from the opportunity to become culturally adept, aware of and able to work across cultural boundaries; many describe their semester away as a life-changing event. Hear from students who have added an international dimension to their college career with their overseas experiences.
3:00 to 4:00 p.m., Wynne Hall of Fame Room in the Ramsay Basketball Center
Reception for Varsity Student Athletes & their Families
4:00 p.m., The Perch
Student Life Reception
Please join members of the Division of Student Life for some light refreshments and performances by our student a cappella groups
5:00 p.m., Chapel of Saint Joseph
Family Weekend Vigil Mass
All members of our community are welcome!
5:00 p.m., Finnessy Field
Men’s Soccer v Temple
8:00 p.m., Bluett Theater, Post Hall, FREE, Seating is first come first serve
Magic Performance by ‘Justin Kredible’
Justin Willman has quickly become one of the busiest TV-personalities and live entertainers in America. He presently hosts the hit shows Cupcake Wars and Last Cake Standing on the Food Network. Performing magic since the age of 12, he was just voted “Entertainer of the Year” by Campus Activities Magazine…for a record-breaking fourth year in a row! No tickets necessary! FREE performance!
10:00 p.m., Mandeville Teletorium, Sponsored by the Student Union Board
Big Money Bingo
One of SUB's most popular events, feel free to bring your family to a late night session of Bingo! Prizes range from electronics, to gift cards, to SJU apparel! All are welcome!
Sunday, November 4, 2012
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
University Bookstore Open
11:00 a.m., Chapel of Saint Joseph
Family Weekend Mass and Junior/Senior Ring Ceremony
All members of our community are welcome!
12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
University Bookstore Open
12:30 to 2:00 p.m., Doyle Banquet Hall
Junior/Senior Ring Reception
For those who purchased class rings this year, this event is by invitation only.
1:00 p.m.- Bus leaves from Cardinal Ave
Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Allow Philadelphia's Premier Tour Company to show you the sights and tell you the tales of a city that forged a nation, cheered for Rocky, invented the soft pretzel and is home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall! The tour is approximately 2 hours long and will conclude with time at the Art Museum to run up the stairs like Rocky! Tickets are $10 and on sale at www.sjutickets.com starting October 1.