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January 20, 2022

“My family owes La Salle so much”

The leader of a national accounting consulting practice is bequeathing more than $1 million to the University. Find out more about John J. Connors, ’76, J.D., CPA, LLM, and his motivation for leaving a significant portion of his estate to La Salle.

Masking 101

Do you know when to wear a mask on campus? Or what kind of mask offers the best protection? Or how often to wash or replace one? Here’s an explainer for all things mask-related.

A beautiful day in the neighborhood

Northwest Philly’s Belfield neighborhood is home to La Salle. Others call it home, too. As a new semester begins, here are tips on being a good neighbor—whether on or off campus.

Featured events

Swimming vs. Fordham
Saturday, 11 a.m.
The men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams celebrate Senior Day at Kirk Pool. (There’s a t-shirt giveaway for students in attendance, too.)

Men’s basketball vs. Richmond
Saturday, 4 p.m.

Watch the Explorers take on the Spiders. Plus, join author Mike Sielski, ’97, in Founders’ Hall at 2 p.m. for a signing event to celebrate the release of his book, “The Rise: Kobe Bryant and the Pursuit of Immortality.”

Mass
Sunday, 5 p.m.
Visit De La Salle Chapel in College Hall for the semester’s first in-person celebration of Mass or stream it through Facebook. (Note: Beginning Monday, Jan. 25, daily Mass will be celebrated each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 12 p.m.)

Welcome Week Activities Fair
Tuesday, Jan. 25, 12:30 p.m.
Stop by the Union Ballroom to meet with reps of student clubs on campus and learn how to get involved. (Check out the full Welcome Week schedule.)

Celebrating Mr. All-Around

Last week, La Salle Athletics recognized Tom Gola and his accomplishments on what would have been the all-time great’s 89th birthday. Learn more about the Explorers legend.

A global recognition

Two faculty members are ranked among the world’s top scientists in their respective fields, according to a recent Stanford University study.

More to explore

The Basket

La Salle’s on-campus food pantry, located in St. Benilde Tower, is open today from 12 – 3 p.m.

Indoor spectator policy

Learn about La Salle Athletics’ guidelines for fans, revised in accordance with city requirements.

Health and safety guidelines

Stay up to date on the University’s protocols for a safe campus, including expanded hours for the testing center.

Center for Academic Achievement

Are you a student who needs a little extra help in some of your classes? Are you a professor who sees students struggling and wants to get them the support they need in order to succeed? The Center for Academic Achievement is available to help. Students can make appointments in Starfish for writing tutoring, subject tutoring, or peer academic coaching, or find out if supplemental instruction is available. Appointments are available online or in-person. Visit us in 409 Lawrence or on our website for more information and our workshop calendar.