Alumni Events

Canisius Alumni & Accepted Students Reception

Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 6 pm
Lyon Hall | Arlington, VA

Lyon Hall located in the Mezzanine Room
3100 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201
$30 per person | Hors d'oeuvres and one drink ticket are included with registration.

Register here!

Join us for an evening with President Steve Stoute, fellow Canisius alumni, accepted students, and friends! We welcome alumni to join us and spend time at the event connecting and engaging with future Griffs.

There is a parking lot/ parking garage across the street from Lyon Hall that we suggest you park in. The closest metro location to Lyon Hall is the Clarendon metro.

Please RSVP by January 23.


Teresa Amabile, Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You

Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You 

Presented By Dr. Teresa Amabile '72

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Virtual Webinar for Women of Canisius

Join Dr. Teresa Amabile '72 and Women of Canisius for a thoughtful conversation in the life changing journey of retirement, based on her book Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You.

Drawing from real-life stories and over 200 interviews with 120 people, this webinar will explore how one's identity, relationships, and life structure shape a fulfilling retirement beyond the basics of finances and health. Whether you're approaching retirement or supporting someone who is, you'll gain practical insights for navigating this major life transition with clarity and confidence.

This event is free to attend for all Women of Canisius. This event is also virtual; A webinar link will be shared with all registrants a week before the event.

Register here!

To learn more about Women of Canisius, please click here.


Alumni & Friends Florida Reception

 

Save the Date! 

Canisius is heading to Florida! Save the date for our Florida receptions in Orlando, Tampa, Venice and Naples!

Canisius University Alumni & Friends Receptions

Orlando, FL | Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
New York Beer Project; 9230 Miley Drive, Winter Green, FL 34787

Join Dianna Civello, Vice President of Advancement, and Lauren Orlowski, Director, Alumni & Constituent Engagement, at New York Beer Project in Orlando, FL. Hear all of the great updates about Canisius University and spend some time with local alumni. Food is included with your registration. Cash bar will be available for attendees!

Register here for Orlando, FL!

 

Tampa, FL | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 rom 5:30-7:30 p.m.
M.Bird; 1903 Market Street, Tampa, FL 33602

Join President Steve Stoute and the Advancement Team for an update on Canisius University in Tampa, FL! Mix and mingle with local alumni in the Tampa area. Thanks to our generous sponsors, this event is complimentary.

Register here for Tampa, FL!

 

Venice, FL | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Plantation Golf & Country Club; 500 Rockley Boulevard, Venice, FL 34293

Join President Steve Stoute and the Advancement Team for an update on Canisius University in Venice, FL! Mix and mingle with local alumni in the Venice area. Thanks to our generous sponsors, this event is complimentary.

Register here for Venice, FL!

 

Naples, FL | Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Hyatt House Naples/5th Avenue; 1345 5th Avenue South Naples, FL 34102

Join President Steve Stoute and the Advancement Team for an update on Canisius University in Venice, FL! Mix and mingle with local alumni in the Venice area. Thanks to our generous sponsors, this event is complimentary.

Register here for Naples, FL!


 

Save the Date! 

The Canisius University DiGamma Honors Society Dinner and Induction Ceremony
Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Buffalo Club
Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., program from 8 to 9 p.m., and last call at the bar from 9 to 9:30 p.m. Formal attire is requested.
More information to be shared soon!
 
Nominations for 2026 are now CLOSED.

 

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