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February 9, 2026

Alliayh Suber, ‘27, found career confidence through her political science and international relations education at La Salle University. Read more.  

Research from T.J. (Timothy) Highley, Ph.D., chair of La Salle’s Math and Computer Science Department, and computer science majors Tannah Duncan, ‘27, and Ilia Volkov, ‘27, proposes a way to eliminate tanking, solving a longtime problem for the NBA draft. Read more.  

La Salle has claimed the gold medal for the last two years in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Philly Favorites Contest for colleges and universities.  

Want to make it three? Here’s how:  

• Visit VotePhillyFaves.com  

• Navigate to: Education --> College/University --> La Salle University  

• Vote! 

Starting today, you can vote daily through Feb. 27, 2026. 

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.  

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 months of February, including:  

• Throughout February: Black History Month  

• February 9: Feast Day of Saint Miguel Febres Cordero, FSC 

• February 14: St. Valentine’s Day  

• February 17: Lunar New Year  

• February 17: Ramadan begins 

• February 18: Ash Wednesday 

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. 

Eucharistic Festival of Praise (Holy Hour) 

Monday, Feb. 9 at 7:15 p.m. 

Private Confessions will also be available.  

Get Yourself Tested: Free Rapid HIV testing with Congreso and Student Wellness Services  

Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

The best act of love is to get yourself tested. Head to the Union so you can know your HIV status in time for Valentine’s Day! Sweet treats included, and all participants will be entered to win a pair of Airpods! 

Men’s Basketball  

Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. 

vs. VCU at the John E. Glaser Arena  

BSU Pop the Balloon 

Thursday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. 

Join La Salle and St. Joe’s Black Student Unions the Founders’ Hall Auditorium and Atrium for a night of fun, connection, and community. Learn more and register here.  

Late Night La Salle: Valentine’s card making and Rom-Com  

Friday, Feb. 13 from 8 to 10 p.m. 

Head to the Dan Rodden Theatre to make Valentine’s cards while watching the movie 10 Things I Hate About You.  

Women’s Lacrosse  

Saturday, Feb. 14 at 1 p.m. 

vs. Howard at McCarthy Stadium. 

Late Night La Salle: Build your own Bouquet 

Saturday, Feb. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. 

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Union Lobby building your own floral bouquet with Late Night La Salle.  

Lunar New Year Celebration  

Monday, Feb. 16 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.  

Take a break from classes and celebrate Lunar New Year with APASA in the Union Lobby. It’s a chance to relax, celebrate culture, and start the year off with great vibes. Cheers to good fortune, good company, and good food!  

BSU Paint and Sip  

Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. 

Calling all artists! Design with the Divine Nine at BSU’s paint and sip night in the Compass Club.  

Spring Career Fair 

Thursday, Feb. 19 from 12-2 p.m.  

Join the La Salle University Career Center’s Spring Career Fair in the Founders' Hall Atrium and connect with a wide range of employers recruiting La Salle students for internships, co-ops, leadership programs, and full-time roles. Plus, take advantage of Career Readiness Stations in the Auditorium. Learn more and register here.  

Critical Condition: Health in Black America documentary screening   

Thursday, Feb. 19 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. 

The documentary Critical Condition: Health in Black America will be shown in the Dan Rodden Theatre. 

2026 Hall of Athletes Induction Ceremony  

Saturday, February 21 at 5:30 p.m. 

Celebrate the 2026 Hall of Athletes inductees, Pat Christensen, ‘13, and Amy Griffin, ‘18. Learn more and RSVP here.  

Alumni Networking Mixer 

Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 5:30-7 p.m. 

Join Explorer alums for a night of networking and connection. Location to be announced soon.  

BSU Movie Night: Coming to America  

Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. 

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

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.