| Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. April 28, 2025 Commencement Speakers Announced Bishop Joseph L. Coffey, ’82, Alexis Sanchez, ’25, and Sister Isabella “Bella” Davila, DC, MSW ’25, headline this year's graduation speakers at the commencement ceremonies on May 10. Read more. A Personal Reflection on Pope Francis Brother Robert “Bob” Schieler, FSC, Ed.D., ’72, served as superior general of the Brothers of the Christian Schools from May 2014 through May 2022 and interacted with Pope Francis on numerous occasions. Read more. Celebrating Research The annual Holroyd Research Symposium and Alumni Reception provides a platform for students and faculty to share their research, foster academic dialogue, and strengthen alumni engagement. Read more. First Destination Survey If you are graduating this May, please take 3-5 minutes to fill out the First Destination Survey by clicking this link (no sign-in required) and let us know what’s next—whether it’s a full or part-time job, continuing education, military service, volunteering, or still seeking employment. If your plans change after completing the survey, you can use the same link to update your response.  Mission and Ministry Mass   Monday through Thursday at 1 p.m. Daily Mass will take place in De La Salle Chapel. Mass in Memory of the Late Pope Francis  Monday, April 28 at 5 p.m. Mass will take place in De La Salle Chapel. Confession Contact Fr. Frank at berna@lasalle.edu. Eucharistic Adoration  Every Thursday from 1:30 – 4 p.m. A prayer in front of the Blessed Sacrament, sitting quietly and listening in the presence of God or Jesus or reflecting on Bible or other spiritual writings.  More Campus Events Communication and Digital Arts Showcase  Tuesday, April 29 from 4 – 8 p.m.   Join the School of Arts and Sciences for their spring showcase in the Holroyd Science Center Atrium.  Saint John Baptist de La Salle’s Birthday  Wednesday, April 30 from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.   The Patron Saint of Teaching turns 374 years old. Enjoy birthday cake on the Union patio to celebrate. Social Work Annual Awards Ceremony  Wednesday, April 30 from 2 – 7 p.m.   Join the Social Work Department for their recognition banquet of their students and graduates for BSW and MSW programs in the Union Ballroom. Holroyd Research Symposium and Alumni Reception  Wednesday, April 30 from 5:30 – 9 p.m. Celebrate student and faculty research in Founders' Hall Atrium as well as the opportunity to connect with La Salle science faculty, students, and fellow science graduates while recognizing 2025 Holroyd Award recipient Robert McNamara, '78, MD, FAAEM. Pause for Paws and Kona Ice  Thursday, May 1 from 12:30 – 2 p.m.  Student Wellness Services, Residence Life, and Commuter programs invite everyone (and their pets) to Pause for Paws during the build up to finals with Kona Ice on the Union Patio. Alpha Epsilon Honor Society Reception  Thursday, May 1 from 6 – 8 p.m.  Recognize the students being inducted for “high scholarship in the pursuit of a Lasallian education together with the exceptional participation in the extracurricular life of the University” in Founders’ Hall Atrium. Masque Formal Thursday, May 1 from 7 – 10 p.m. The curtain closes with the Masque's end of the semster formal at the Casbah. Senior Awards Ceremony  Friday, May 2 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.  Recognize the leadership and impact of exceptional graduating senior Explorers in the Union Ballroom.  La Cookout  Friday, May 2 from 3 – 7 p.m.  Join Late Night La Salle for their end of the semester cook out at the Neumann Gazebo. Public Health and Nutrition Awards Friday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.  The Departmental celebrates and recognizes graduating students in Founder’s Hall atrium. Music Bingo  Friday, May 2 from 8 – 10 p.m.  Join Late Night La Salle for music bingo in the Union Ballroom.  Student-Athlete Commencement  Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. – noon  Come to Founders’ Hall Atrium to celebrate the senior Explorers from the men's and women's rowing teams who are competing during Commencement Weekend. La Salle Formal  Saturday, May 3 from 8 p.m. – midnight  Dance the night away to mark the end of the semester and our graduating students with the annual La Salle Formal in the Union Ballroom. Finals Week  May 5 – May 9, 2025  Study hard and rest up, you got this Explorers!  Submit a story idea Submit information for inclusion or email questions to umc@lasalle.edu. © 2025 La Salle University  1900 W. Olney Ave. Philadelphia, PA |
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