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February 23, 2026

Opening week was a home run for the Explorers! The team swept University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) at home and then traveled to the University of Delaware for a close matchup. Find out where and when you can support Explorers Baseball here.  

The focus on community at La Salle University helped set Liz Wagner, ‘11, on the path to her career in farming and becoming a steward of the land. Read more.  

There are many ways to play a part in the 2026 commencement ceremonies. Learn more about and apply for the different opportunities at the links below:

Sing the National Anthem at the undergraduate or graduate ceremony – application deadline: March 4.  

Share your story as the undergraduate commencement speaker – application deadline: March 4. 

Recite original opening or closing prayers – application deadline: March 20. 

Participate in Baccalaureate Mass – application deadline: April 10. 

Be a part of the Annual Multicultural Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, May 7 – application deadline: March 13.  

Reach out to the Student Development and Campus Life office at 215-951-1370 or via email at commencement@lasalle.edu with any questions. 

Tuition and fee rates have updated for the 2026-27 academic year. 

Check here for more information on tuition, residence hall rates, summer session costs, and more. 

It’s time to get your senior portraits taken!  

Portraits are being taken in Union 312 on the following days:  

• Feb. 24 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

• Feb. 25 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

• Feb. 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Schedule your portraits here. 

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards is looking for faculty and staff to volunteer as University Advocates and University Advisors. 

We hope that you will consider supporting our students by serving in one of these important roles. For learn more and express interest, email Cason Brunt, Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards at bruntc1@lasalle.edu.

Thanks for your consideration and for all you do for our students! 

The season of Lent invites us to spiritual growth and renewal, through intentional practices, Lent aims to deepen faith, and align one's life with Jesus' teachings, to foster inner transformation. During the 40 days of Lent, leading to Easter, Father Frank will share weekly reflections coordinated by University Mission and Ministry.

Throughout the year, we celebrate the wide array of individuals, groups, and cultures at La Salle by calling to mind various holidays, observances, and commemorative days that provide our campus with an opportunity to learn and to become involved as they desire. Learn more about the recognitions taking place across the globe and throughout the country during the month of February, including:

• Throughout February: Black History Month  

Monday – Thursday at 1 p.m.  

Daily Mass will take place from Monday through Thursday in the De La Salle Chapel. 

Sunday at 5 p.m. 

Mass will take place every Sunday in the De La Salle Chapel. 

National College Health Assessment Survey  

Starting Monday, Feb. 23 

Starting today, check your student email account for a link to take the National College Health Assessment (NCHA) Survey. Completing the survey takes between 20 and 30 minutes and all participants will be entered to win a $25 to $100 Amazon gift card. The survey will be open until Monday, March 16.  

Alumni Networking Mixer 

Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 5:30-7 p.m. 

Join Explorer alums in the Connelly Library for a night of networking and connection. Learn more and register here.  

Men’s Basketball  

Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 6:30 p.m. 

vs. George Washington at John E. Glaser Arena.  

Kompa Night  

Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m.  

Head to the Union Ballroom for a celebration of Kompa music hosted by the Caribbean Student Association. 

Trivia Day  

Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 12:30 p.m. 

The African Student Association will be hosting Trivia Day in the Union Lobby.  

BSU Movie Night: Coming to America  

Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. 

Black History Month Celebrations conclude with a showing of Coming to America in the Founders’ Hall Auditorium. 

Baseball  

Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. 

vs. University of Delaware at DeVincent Field.  

Questions that Matter: Why Reward Failure? Carryover Lottery Allocation: A Proposal to Fix the NBA 

Thursday, Feb. 26 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.  

Join the School of Arts and Sciences in Room 111 of the Connelly Library for a conversation between Frank Mosca, Ph.D., and T.J. Highley, Ph.D., about his recent research and discuss their proposal to restructure the NBA draft lottery in a way that disincentivizes teams from tanking. 

Roots and Rhythms  

Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. 

Head to the Dan Rodden Theater for an evening of roots and rhythm celebrations hosted by the African Student Association.  

2026 Annual PHENND Conference: Democracy at the Crossroads: Higher Education’s Call to Action  

Friday, Feb. 27 from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. 

La Salle will be hosting the annual Philadelphia Higher Education Network for Neighborhood Development conference in Founders’ Hall, featuring keynote speaker Byron P. White, Ed.D., over 12 workshops, and a panel discussion. Learn more and register to attend here.  

Late Night La Salle: Trivia Night  

Friday, Feb. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. 

Head to the Union Lobby and join Late Night La Salle for a trivia night.  

Extended Hours at La Salle Art Museum  

Saturday, Feb. 28 from 12 to 4 p.m.  

The Art Museum will extend its hours to visitors this weekend. Stop by this Saturday and enjoy the art pieces on campus. 

Women’s Basketball  

Saturday, Feb. 28 at 1 p.m. 

vs. Loyola Chicago at John E. Glaser Arena.  

Late Night La Salle: Bowling Alley Night  

Saturday, Feb. 28 from 9 to 11 p.m. 

Spend your Saturday bowling in the Union Lobby with Late Night La Salle.  

Voices of La Salle  
Tuesday, March 3 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Join the Business of Sports Club and former La Salle Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Fran Dunphy, ‘70, in the Dan Rodden Theatre for a panel discussion moderated by Mike Sielski, ’97, author, columnist and radio host, featuring Renee Washington, ’14, sports anchor and analyst, Amy Fadool, sports anchor, reporter, and host, and COO of the Philadelphia 76ers, Lara Price. Learn more and RSVP here.

Fireside Chat with William J. Burns, ‘78 

Wednesday, March 11 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 

Join University President, Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D., in Founders’ Hall for Fireside Chat with William J. Burns, ‘78, former director of the CIA. Learn more and RSVP here.  

The Chernobyl Roulette: Atoms for Peace at the Time of War  

Thursday, March 12 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

Serhii Plokhii, a professor of Ukrainian History at Harvard University, will be giving a talk followed by a reception and book signing in Founders’ Hall for the second Joseph P. O’Grady, ‘56, lecture. Learn more and reserve a spot here.  

Women in Leadership Award Luncheon  

Saturday, March 28 from 11 a.m. 

Explorers are invited to attend the 2026 Women in Leadership Award Luncheon in Founders’ Hall, honoring Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton, ‘03. Learn more and RSVP here.