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La Salle’s 13th Annual Day of Giving is tomorrow, Tuesday, April 28!
Last year, the Explorer community came together in a record-breaking way. Let’s do the same this year.
There will be lots of ways to celebrate on campus, including a taco truck, goats from the Philly Goat Project, a scavenger hunt, and more! Be on the lookout for details on all the ways to get involved in Day of Giving.
Learn more here. |
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The anonymous gift will enhance the student learning experience by creating a centralized space in the University’s Connelly Library for academic achievement. Read more. |
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Mission and Heritage Week began yesterday and will continue through May 1.
This week of events gives the University community an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the mission and core values we all share.
Read more here and check out the events calendar to find out how to celebrate on campus. |
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As Commencement approaches, it's a perfect time to learn more about some of the Explorers who have called 20th and Olney home for the last few years.
This week, learn more about Paige Mitchell, '26, captain of the women's water polo team and founder of the Olney Outlaws, Lawrence Mani, '26, who says joining the La Salle community is one of the best decisions he's ever made, and Rawan Froukh, '26, who found her calling to care for others through nursing. |
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Monday – Thursday at 1 p.m. Daily Mass will take place from Monday through Thursday in the De La Salle Chapel. Festival of Praise Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m. As part of Mission and Heritage Week, gather in the De La Salle Chapel for an evening of adoration, music, and community. Following the service, Brother Paul Avvento, FSC, will offer a reflection on Lasallian vocations, sharing insights into the many Lasallian ministries and the roles of Brothers and partners serving both locally and globally. Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. Memorial Prayer Service Tuesday, April 28 at 1 p.m. Attend a Memorial Prayer Service in the Art Museum as part of Mission and Heritage Week to honor and remember members of the La Salle community who have gone before us. Mass commemorating the birthday of St. John Baptist de La Salle, followed by the placement of a First Class Relic of de La Salle in the Chapel Thursday, April 30 at 4 p.m. Celebrate Mass with the unveiling of a First Class Relic of Saint John Baptist de La Salle.
Sunday at 5 p.m. Mass will take place every Sunday in the De La Salle Chapel. |
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Day of Giving Tuesday, April 28 La Salle’s annual Day of Giving is almost here. There will be lots of ways to celebrate on campus, including a taco truck, goats from the Philly Goat Project, a scavenger hunt, and more! Be on the lookout for details on all the ways to get involved in Day of Giving. |
Stressbusters: Goats on Campus Tuesday, April 28 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Join Student Wellness Services and the Philly Goat Project outside the Union to destress before finals! |
Summer Sendoff and Career Development Workshop Tuesday, April 28 from 12 to 2 p.m. Join the Career Center & Enterprise Mobility in the Union Compass Club for an interactive event where you'll gain valuable skills to elevate your professional growth, win some prizes, and enjoy some delicious chick-fil-a! Stop by three stations to learn how to build your LinkedIn brand, master networking, and showcase your skills on your resume. Visit all three stations and enter to win a variety of raffle baskets of your choice! |
Baseball Tuesday, April 28 at 3 p.m. vs. UMBC at DeVincent Field. |
Community Dinner Tuesday, April 28 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join faculty, staff, and students from across campus for the Annual Community Dinner in the Union Ballroom. Come together as one La Salle community to enjoy a meal and celebrate the shared mission and values of the community. |
Service Opportunity Tabling Wednesday, April 29 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Stop by the Union Lobby and learn more about service opportunities throughout the community. |
Department of Social Work Awards Celebration Wednesday, April 29 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The Department of Social Work will be celebrating graduating students from their undergraduate and graduate programs in the Founders’ Hall Atrium. |
Global Bites and Cultural Delights Thursday, April 30 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Come to the Union Ballroom to celebrate and highlight cultural diversity represented across the La Salle campus through food. |
St. John Baptiste de La Salle’s Birthday Thursday, April 30 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Come get a piece of cake and chat with the De La Salle Christian Brothers in the Union Lobby, as the community celebrates the birthday of our namesake, Saint John Baptiste de La Salle. |
Commencement Gown Steaming Send Off Thursday, April 30 from 12 to 3 p.m. Don’t be stressed, get your gown steam pressed! Bring your graduation gown to be steamed by faculty and staff in the Union Lobby. While you wait, decorate a custom t-shirt, enjoy ice cream, take photos with friends, and collect a graduation day survival kit gift! Open to all graduating Explorers. Faculty and staff interested in helping with Gown steaming should sign up here. |
Stressbusters: Pause for Paws Thursday, April 30 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Pet some pups and enjoy a cupcake with Student Wellness Services outside the Union! |
Senior Awards Friday, May 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. Head to the Union Ballroom to celebrate graduating seniors who have been recognized for their achievements and contributions to the La Salle community. |
Late Night La Salle: Grad Cap and Photo Frame Decorating Friday, May 1 from 8 to 10 p.m. Head to the Union Lobby to get creative and decorate your graduation cap and photo frames with Late Night La Salle. |
Student Athlete Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Celebrate graduating student-athletes at a dedicated commencement ceremony in Founders’ Hall Atrium. |
Education Department Annual Awards Celebration Tuesday, May 5 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join the Education Department in the Union Ballroom to celebrate their graduating students. |
Multicultural Recognition Ceremony Thursday, May 7 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Celebrate the diverse backgrounds of graduating Explorers in the Union Ballroom. |
Commencement Weekend Beginning Friday, May 8 It’s nearly time to celebrate the achievements and hard work of the Class of 2026. Learn more about the events happening over Commencement Weekend here. |
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