calendar of events

Exciting things are always happening at Canisius and at alumni programs around the country.  Join fellow graduates to cheer on the Griffs at a Canisius sporting event, celebrate at a holiday party, or recognize distinguished alumni at the annual awards dinner.  From reunions on campus to regional chapter events across the country there is something for everyone. 

Golden Plus Mass and Brunch
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Canisius College, Christ the King Chapel
10:00 am - Mass
Brunch immediately following in the Richard E. Winter Student Center

Reunion Weekend 2008 Events

Friday, June 6th, 2008

"ALOHA ALUMNI" Tent Party
Friday, June 6th, 2008
Main Quadrangle
7:00 pm - 12:00 am
Join fellow alumni and friends for our Hawaiian Luau complete with a pig roast, Polynesian dancers, and The Boys of Summer.
*Note: In the event of rain, the party will be held in the Student Center.


Saturday, June 7th, 2008: Daytime Events

Canisius Over Coffee- Old Main Room 203
10:00 a.m. – check-in at the first floor of Old Main
Canisius College President the Reverend Vincent M. Cooke, S.J. will update alumni on the state of the college and answer questions about future plans for Canisius.  Take this opportunity to “be in the know” about alma mater.

"Back to School" Educational Seminars
(seminars last about one hour)
11:15 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. - check-in at the atrium of Old Main

11:15 am Walter Sharrow, PhD, professor of history, will offer a seminar on "The Many Faces of Buffalo...Adventures in American Social History."

12:30 pm Kevin Hardwick, PhD, associate professor of political science and host of WBEN AM 930's, "Hardline with Hardwick" will give a lecture entitled, "A Buyer's Guide to the 2008 Election."

“Look at Us Now” Campus Tours
(tours last about one hour)
11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. – check-in at the atrium of Old Main
See how your old stomping ground has transformed into a state-of-the-art campus.

On Campus Accommodations and Hotel Information
Accommodations Available at Dugan Residence Hall
$30 per person, per night

Alumni Liturgy
6:00 p.m. – Christ the King Chapel
Celebrate Mass together before your class event.

Saturday, June 7th, 2008: Evening Events

Class of 1948
Dinner Reception
Grupp Fireside Lounge
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
$45 per person

Classes of 1963, 1968, 1973, 1978, & 1983
Dinner Reception
Montante Cultural Center, Canisius College
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
$45 per person

Classes of 1988, 1993, 1998 & 2003
Miss Buffalo Cruise
Buffalo Marina Cruises
79 Marine Drive, Buffalo
6:30 pm - Boarding
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Cruise
$45 per person

Hockey Reunion
Pettibones Grille
275 Washington Street, Buffalo
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
$35 per person

Softball Reunion
Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
76 Pearl Street, Buffalo
Pan American Room
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
$35 per person

program spotlight
Rev. John C. Barth '74 MM
Biography:
It is a different world along the Mekong River of Cambodia, where Father John C. Barth '74 MM used to ...

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