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This Week at La Salle

March 31, 2025

Gabrielle LaCroix, ’27

If Gabrielle LaCroix, ’27, had to choose one word to describe La Salle University, it would be “community.” Read more.  

Meredith E. Kneavel, Ph.D.

Meredith E. Kneavel, Ph.D., is an accomplished academic leader, researcher, and educator with a specialization in biopsychology and neuroscience whose career has spanned over two decades. Read more.  

Image of students holding a model head.

La Salle University’s Speech-Language-Hearing Community Clinic has been awarded the Parkinson’s Voice Project grant, a significant step in enhancing speech therapy services for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Read more.  

Commencement 2025

Last call to play a part in the 2025 commencement ceremonies:

Graduate Fair

April 10 from 11 a.m.   6 p.m.

Graduating students can visit the La Salle Outpost and Hansen Quad Driveway to ask questions about Commencement Weekend, purchase graduation items, take senior portraits, check their graduation application status, receive cords, explore graduate programs, access Career Center resources, and learn about the Senior Gift campaign and alumni giving! 

Career Center Summer Sendoff Series

Throughout April, the Career Center will be hosting events and tabling to provide you with essential resources, expert tips, and guidance to keep your job search going strong.


Follow for Fries

Thursday, April 3 from noon 2 p.m.

Stay connected with the Career Center on social media and enjoy free fries in Hayman Lobby.


Enterprise Career Development Workshop

Tuesday, April 8 from noon – 2 p.m.
Employer partners from Enterprise Mobility will be here to help students sharpen their professional skills in the Union Music Room. Be there for a chance to win Phillies tickets. Register here.


Resume Bingo

Monday, April 14 from 3:30 5:30 p.m.

Play Resume Bingo in the Union Music Room with the Career Center and the Student Success Coaches and sharpen resumes for the job search. Register here.


Download for Donuts

Tuesday, April 22 from 9 11 a.m.

Stop by the Career Center table in the Founders' Hall Atrium to download the Handshake app and learn how to navigate it like a pro.

Featured events

Mass  

Monday through Thursday at 1 p.m.

Daily Mass will take place in De La Salle Chapel.

Participate in Weekly Mass in De La Salle Chapel 

Sunday, April 6 at 5 p.m.

Archbishop Perez will be attending.

Stations of the Cross 

This devotion is offered every Friday at 1 p.m. through April 11 in the De La Salle Chapel, with the officiant reminding us of Jesus’ path toward his crucifixion and death.

Eucharistic Adoration 
Every Thursday 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. 

Observing Lent

During the Lenten season, Brothers Robert Kinzler and Leonard Marsh will provide brief reflections on pieces of art from the La Salle University Art Museum. In addition, other Brothers will provide a written reflection each week. Read more

Your Actions Create Your Tomorrow with Cliff Crosby
Monday, March 31 at 5 p.m.

Join former Super Bowl champion Cliff Crosby for an inspiring talk on perseverance, hard work, and smart choices. His presentation, to be held in the Dan Rodden Theatre, empowers students to set goals, stay accountable, and overcome challenges. This event is being hosted by Wellness Services in partnership with Peak Performance from Caron Foundation, a student athlete mental health and wellness program, as part of a two-year grant. There will be refreshments following the presentation in Union lobby and tabling resources from Wellness Services.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Join the campus community this April in raising awareness, supporting survivors, and fostering a safer community. Be on the lookout for events, workshops, and activities throughout the month that promote education, prevention, and empowerment. Together, we can create change. 

Wellness Fair 

Tuesday, April 1 from noon – 2 p.m. 

La Salle Wellness is hosting their wellness fair in the Union Music Room.

Athletics Mental Health Program 

Tuesday, April 1 from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. 

Student-athlete mental health advocacy in the Dan Rodden Theatre. 

MSCHE Town Hall 

Wednesday, April 2 from 10 – 11 a.m. 

At the conclusion of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) peer evaluator site visit, the entire campus is invited to attend a town hall in Founders' Hall Auditorium where the team will provide preliminary observations. 

Nursing and Health Sciences Formal 

Friday, April 4 from 7 – 10 p.m.
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences Formal is having an evening of celebration and fun in Founders’ Hall Atrium. Students are invited to network with fellow Explorers and celebrate the spring semester! RSVP at https://bit.ly/4j4xDwK.

The Masque Opening Night! 

Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. 

Watch as the Masque at La Salle presents “The Guy Who Doesn't Like Musicals” in the Union Lobby and Dan Rodden Theatre. 

Blue and Gold Day 

Saturday, April 5 at 9 a.m. 

At this exclusive admitted student event, prospective students and their families get the inside scoop on all things La Salle, including living on campus, navigating financial aid, and more. 

Philly Clean Up Day

Saturday, April 5 from 10 a.m.   2 p.m. 

Help keep La Salle and Philadelphia looking its best by focusing clean-up efforts at Wister Woods. Meet at 10 a.m. at 20th St. and Belfield Ave. Gloves, tools, and other essentials will be provided along with snacks. Sign up here.

Sigma Phi Lambda For Peke’s Sake Cornhole Match 

Saturday, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. 

The 4th Annual Cornhole for Cancer Tournament brings together students, alumni, faculty, and staff for a day of friendly competition, music, and community on the tennis courts—all in support of families facing cancer. Help realize the goal of raising $4,000 to help fund a Travel Respite Experience for a family attending the FPS Respite at Woodloch Resort in April.

WLAX vs. VCU 

Saturday, April 5 at noon 

Cheer on your Explorers as they take on the Rams at McCarthy Stadium. 

Ping Pong Tournament 

Saturday, April 5 from 7 – 10 p.m. 

Late Night at La Salle is serving up fun in the Union Ballroom! 

Save the Date: Day of Giving  

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Classic Black Reception
Friday, April 11 at 6 p.m.
The African American Student League will host their annual event in Founders’ Hall Atrium to celebrate the incredible students, professors, and administrators who have made a lasting impact on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment for Black students at La Salle. All are welcome. Reserve tickets here.

Egg Hunt and Easter Party 

Friday, April 11 from 9 – 11 p.m. 

Join Late Night at La Salle for their egg-citing Easter celebration on Hansen Quad! Gather your friends and get ready to hunt for eggs filled with sweet treats, prizes, and maybe even a Golden Egg surprise!

Save the Date: Blue and Gold Day 

Saturday, April 12 at 9 a.m. 

At this exclusive admitted student event, prospective students and their families get the inside scoop on all things La Salle, including living on campus, navigating financial aid, and more.  

Save the Date: OLAS Gala 

Saturday, April 12 at 7 p.m.  midnight

La Salle’s Latin American student organization (OLAS) is having their annual Gala the Union Ballroom! All are invited to celebrate Latin American cultural awareness and understanding. 

Submit information for inclusion or

email questions to umc@lasalle.edu.

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