Canisius University is excited to announce our newly reimagined campus experience with something for everyone.
Griff Weekend will combine two favorite traditions – Family Weekend and Alumni Weekend/Reunion – into one memorable experience celebrating and uniting our campus community.
All alumni, families, students, faculty, staff, and future Griffs of Canisius are welcome to attend!
Graduates of class years ending in 4's and 9's will also be celebrating their class reunions.
This year, three classes will be celebrating their milestone reunions:
- Class of 2014 - 10th reunion
- Class of 1999 - 25th reunion
- Class of 1974 - 50th reunion
Please visit the check-in table in the Richard E. Winter' 42 Student Center for walk-in registration.
Check-in Hours:
Friday 3- 6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Please note: The 59th Sports Hall of Fame and Women of Canisius Luncheon is sold out. No exceptions can be made. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Weekend Schedule At-A-Glance
| Friday, September 27, 2024 | ||||
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| Event | Time | Who Should Attend | Location | Description |
| Check-in | 3- 6 p.m. | All | Richard E. Winter '42 Student Center - 1st Floor | Check-in to receive your lanyard and other Griff Weekend goodies. |
| Canisius Center for Analytics and Data Ecosystems Alumni Reception | 5-7 p.m. | Alumni, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Richard E. Winter '42 Student Center- 2nd Floor | CCADE alumni and current students are welcome to network with their peers at this reception. |
| Wehle School of Business Alumni Association Reception | 5-7 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Grupp Fireside Lounge | Join alumni and current students of the Wehle School of Business for a reception. The Dr. Bernard L. Martin Award and the Father Fleming Award will be presented. |
| ALANA Alumni Mentorship Program Panel Discussion | 5-7 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Science Hall Classroom | Join us for a panel discussion talking about the impact of mentoring on the college experience. Gain insight from Canisius alumni on multiple topics, including the importance of mentor-mentee relationships, the value of utilizing campus resources, multicultural competence, and more! |
| United Student Association Reunion | 5-7 p.m. | Alumni, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Regis Room | Connect with fellow alumni and current students for a reunion and networking of the United Student Association (formerly Undergraduate Student Association). Drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided. |
| Class of 1974 50th Reunion Reception | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. | Class of 1974 | Stranzcek Commons in Science Hall | Join your classmates of 1974 for a reception in the Stranzcek Commons located in Science Hall. An open bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided. The party continues off campus following the reception at Parkside Meadow. |
| Sports Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony | 6-9 p.m. | Alumni and Friends of Inductees | Montante Cultural Center | The induction of the 59th class of the Canisius University's Sports Hall of Fame. This event is invite only. Please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement for questions. |
| Class of 2014 Night Out | 7:30 p.m. | Class of 2014 | Fattey Beer Co. On Genesee St. | The class of 2014 is gathering for a kick off celebration of their 10th reunion at Fattey Beer Co. on Genesee St. Event is free to attend. Cash bar available. |
| Class of 1999 Night Out | 7:30 p.m. | Class of 1999 | Ciao Bella (inside Embassy Suite Hotel) | Join classmates from 1999 for a night out for there 25ht reunion event at Ciao Bella (inside the Embassy Suites Hotel) Free to attend. Cash bar available. |
| Movie in the Quad | 8 p.m. | Alumni, Families, and Current Students | Bart Mitchell Quad | Join friends and family for a viewing of the classic film, "Shrek". Waffles and popcorn to be served. |
| Saturday, September 28, 2024 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Time | Who Should Attend | Location | Description |
| Check-in | 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. | All | Richard E. Winter '42 Student Center - 1st Floor | Check-in to receive your lanyard and other Griff Weekend goodies. |
| Coffee & Conversation with President Steve K. Stoute | 10-11:30 a.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Montante Cultural Center | Join President Stoute and Terry Connors '68 as they discuss the past, present, and future of Canisius University. Coffee and light breakfast provided. |
| Admissions Info Session & Tour for Prospective Students | 10-11:30 a.m. | Families & Prospective Students | Science Hall | Future Griffs are encouraged to attend. Learn about what Canisius University has to offer and tour the campus. Please visit canisius.edu/admissions for more information! |
| Athletics Tailgate | 11-2 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | KAC Parking Lot | Get ready to cheer on the Griffs! Brought to you by C-block, the official cheering section of Canisius University. |
| Campus Tours for Alumni | 11:30-1 p.m. | Alumni | Montante Cultural Center | Following Coffee and Conversations with President Stoute, reminisce and see how the campus has evolved on your student-led tour of campus. Alumni are encouraged to attend. |
| Women of Canisius Networking Lunch | 11:30-1 p.m. | Alumni, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Loyola Hall | Following Coffee & Conversation with President Steve K. Stoute, join the Women of Canisius for a light lunch and networking in Loyola Hall. Sponsored by the Women's Leadership Council. |
| Canisius Women's Volleyball vs. Siena | 12-3 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff
| KAC | Cheer on the Women's Volleyball team against Siena! |
| Canisius Women's Soccer vs. Rider | 1- 3:30 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Demske Sports Complex | Cheer on the Women's Soccer team against Rider! |
| Pre-Medical Center and Physician Assistant Studies Program Reception | 2:30- 4 p.m. | Pre-Med & PA program Alumni, Current students, Faculty/Staff | Lower Level of Science Hall | Are you a medical or other health professional alumni or a current premed and prehealth student? The Canisius Physician Studies Program and the Dr. George E. Schreiner ’43 Pre-Medical Center will host a reception. We hope alumni will enjoy reconnecting with each other and meeting our current students. Come see the PA program clinical learning space and resources, and enjoy some refreshments. We will have some fun hands-on healthcare activities for the kids and kid-friendly food. |
| ALANA Reunion | 3- 4 p.m. | ALANA Alumni, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Lower level of the Richard E. Winter Student Center '42 - WC-300 | Connect with fellow ALANA alumni for networking and hear updates on the center. The reunion will take place in the ALANA center. |
| Fall Fest | 4-7:30 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Bart Mitchell Quad | Join us for carnival games, food trucks, and more! |
| Blue & Gold Bash (formerly Tent Party) | 7-10 p.m. | Alumni, Faculty/Staff | Economou Dining Hall | Reunite and party like you used to at the Blue and Gold Bash. Dance the night away with Doubleshot and frontman Chuck Fetterman '94. Beer, wine, and appetizers are provided. This alumni celebration will be open to all alumni and guests, and especially highlight all reunion years ending in 4 and 9. |
| John Cassidy Comedy Balloon Performance | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students | Montante Cultural Center | John Cassidy is a professional comedian, magician, and balloon artist who holds several Guinness World Records® for balloon sculpting speed. Join him for an evening of laughs and amazement in the Montante Cultural Center. |
| Sunday, September 29, 2024 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Time | Who Should Attend | Location | Description |
| Mass | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Christ the King Chapel | Join us for Sunday service in the Christ the King chapel. All are welcome! |
| Brunch Buffet | 10:30-12 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | Peter Gust Economou Dining Hall | Brunch will be served in the Dining Hall. |
| Canisius Women's Volleyball vs. Marist | 12 p.m. | Alumni, Families, Current Students, Faculty/Staff | KAC | Cheer on the Griffs for one final game of the weekend in the KAC. |
| Dedication of the LTC James E. McNicholas '68, MSED '97 ROTC Center | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | ROTC Alumni & Friends | Health Science Building | ROTC Alumni and friends are welcome to attend the dedication ceremony for the LTC James E. McNicholas '68, MSED '97 ROTC Center. The ROTC center is located on the lower level of the Health Science Building. |
Accommodations
Stay closer to Canisius for less during your visit. The Embassy Suites on Delaware Ave is offering a discounted rate to Canisius University Griff Weekend attendees for $189 room rate and $15 valet per car. This rate includes breakfast in the morning from 7-10 A.M.
For more information or to book your reservation, click the button below.
For other suggested hotels, please visit here.
Dining Options
Enjoy a variety of dining options on campus.
The Market
Old Main (Basement)
Friday 10- 3 p.m.
Saturday 10- 3 p.m.
Sunday 10- 3 p.m.
Tim Hortons
Andrew L Bouwhuis, SJ Library
Friday 10- 3 p.m.
Saturday 10- 3 p.m.
Sunday 10- 3 p.m.
Economou Dining Hall
Richard E. Winter '42 Student Center
Friday
7-10 a.m.
10:30-4 p.m.
4:30-7 p.m.
Saturday
10:30 - 1 p.m.
Sunday
10:30-1 p.m.
Bookstore
Get the latest Griff Gear during Griff Weekend! Shop ahead of time here.
Hours
Friday, September 27 – 3 to 6 p.m.
Saturday, September 28 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, September 29 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Giving
For class years ending in 4's and 9's the weekend will be extra special as you celebrate your milestone reunions, including the class of 1974 for your 50th!
As part of your reunion celebration, we're asking alumni to participate in making a class gift to the university.
Thank you to our sponsors!
A special thank you to those who help make Griff Weekend possible.
Who's Attending
2020-2024
Jesana Gadley '20
Allyson Martz '20
Sara Ruszczyk '20, MS '22
Gillian Skidmore '20
Donna Ajaero '21, MA, MSEd '24
Matthew Bogacki '21
Morgan Morris '21
Rachel Deakin '22, MBA '23
Gabrielle Guzinski '22
Ben Deakin '23
Angelina Dentice '23
Paul DiNicolantonio '23
Eliana Furmanek '23
Mylan Hawkins '23
Matthew Kinkade '23, MS '24
Greg Kuhn '23
Clarice Scarpace '23
Adam Sokolowski '23
Camryn Warren '23
Marisa Warren '23
Connor Zilisch '23
Mekhi Edwards '24
Jahare Hudson '24
Jayseana Jackson '24
Andrew Osei MS '24
2010-2019
Joe Mecca '10
Jonathan Patrick '10
Andrew Drilling '11
Bennie Williams '11
Joseph Greenwald '12
Lisa Latrovato, MBA '12
Andrew Moscato '12
James Smith '12
Alex Ullrich '12
Michelle Lorenz '13
Paul Stanek '13
Samantha Berical '14
Brigette Bragg '14
Molly Burhans '14
Kristina Cesarano '14
Morgan Culhane '14
Stephanie Dommer '14
Jenine Dunn MS '14
Jessica Gertz '14
Danielle Giancarlo '14
Rebecca Goggins '14
Tan Ho '14
Anthony Kroese '14
Meredith Love '14
Anne Mecca '14
Zachary Ostroff '14
Terence Shannon '14
James Sowa '14
John Teknus '14
Katherine Trautwein '14, MS '18
Alexander Vilardo '14
Kelsey McNeight '15
Kevin Monheim '15
Matthew Newman '15
Steven Kawalerski '16, MBA '17
Chelsea Swanekamp '16, MBA '20
Brian Burgos '17
Chelsea Burgos '17
Dominick D'Angelo '17
Heather Reichmuth '17
Olena Spencer '17
Jenna Beck '19
Robert Grant '19
Jakai Harrison '19
Kyle Murphy '19, MBA '20
Alexandra Pfeifer '19
2000-2009
Andrew Attea, MBA '00
LaShekia Chatman '00
Aimiamia Amadasu-McCray '03
Fr. Jason Downer SJ '03
Janelle Brooks '04
Qadriyyah Thompson '04
Matthew Kibler '05
Amanda Nastevski '06
Shana Richardson '06, MS '19
Kathleen Scanlon '06
Nicole Bodemer '07
Beth Sardina '07
Angela Hall '08
Chris Hugar '08
Kelly DiFiglia '09
William Lorenz Jr. '09, JD
Gregory McClellan '09
1990-1999
Lori Gmeinder '90
Danessia Scott-Warren '90
David Macro '91
Col (Ret) Joe Martin '91
Christa Meer '91
Kathaleen Recker '91
Nora Eberl '92
Lenora Foote Beavers '92
Eileen Beiter '92
David Reid '92
Jeffrey Bogart '93
Todd Mazurek '93
Holly Palmer '93, MS '96
Brian Beiter '94
James Gorman '94
Louis Norton '94
Nadine Norton '94
Scott Sroka '94
Margaret Eberl MD, MPH '95
Brian Murphy '95
Jason Kottas '96
Julie Marzolf '96, MS '02
Mark O'Brien '96
Becky Chambers '98
Fatima Rodriguez Johnson MS '98
Matthew Becker '99
Lorenda Chisolm '99
Natalie Dolan '99
Matthew Gracie '99
Andrei Jacobs '99
Heather Kuter '99
Marc LoGrasso '99
Karen McDonnell '99
Laura Murphy '99
Joe Philippone '99
Shalabh Singhal '99
1980-1989
Martin Benz '80
Timothy McNulty '80
Patrick Greenwald '82
Bryan Carver '83
Patrick Finucane '83
Sharon Finucane '83
Thomas Connors '84
Mary Perna Greenwald '84, MBA '86
Clare Dean '85
Susan Marchione '85
Linda Mariacher '85
Robyn Palmer '85
Andrew Hill '86
Laura Zaepfel '86
Deborah Di Matteo MBA '88
Petrina Hill-Cheatom '88
Louis Lalli '88
Kristen Brill '89
Bill Maher '89
Laura McEwen '89
Patrick Rost '89
1970-1979
Roger Haberly '70
Nancy Haberly '70
A.J. Block '73
Cheryl Hogg-Chapman '73, MS '79, PhD
Jamie Abraham '74
John Aman '74
Mike Augustyn '74
Jack Barrett '74
Gregory Bennett '74
Paul Bink '74
Salvatore Bordonaro '74
Kevin Brayer '74
Kathy Brunner '74
Barbara Bukowski '74
Ann Celani '74
Shawn Dailey '74
Mary Grace Diehl '74
Paul Dougherty '74
Ruth Eberl '74
Jane Egnaczyk '74
Nancy Fitzpatrick '74
Sal Frangiamore '74
Pamela Germain '74
Michael Giambra '74
Ed Gilbride '74
Robert Graff '74
Maria Gugliuzza '74
Patrick Hall '74
Thomas Keenan '74
William Kessler '74
Margaret Lynch '74
Don MacMillen '74
James March '74
Joseph Markiewicz '74
Mike Neff '74
James Pingitore '74
Daniel Rega '74
Paul Riester '74
Tom Rogers '74, MBA '90
Bonita Rybak '74
Stephen Scalione '74
Edward Schneider '74
Richard Schott '74
James Schwartz '74
Diane Shreenan '74
Cindy Staten '74
Karen Synor '74
Matt Wahler '74
Dennis Walczyk '74
Joan Frangiamore '75
AnneMarie Wojcieszak Block '75
Deborah Zunner '75
Denise Carter '76
Dawn Triggs '76
Deborah Leous '79, MBA '82
1960-1969
Carmen Gentile '68
Fred Jones '68
Victor Kralisz '68
1950-1959
