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This Week at La Salle

Nov. 11, 2024 

No matter how far Explorers travel, they can always find their way back home. Homecoming Weekend was a chance for all Explorers to return to La Salle and unite as an Explorer family. Photo Gallery

La Salle Votes

La Salle University's partnership with Therapy Abroad enables nursing and health sciences students to study abroad during the summer and participate in clinical observation hours in locations such as Thailand, Belize, Turks and Caicos, and more. To learn more about this program, visit Study Abroad With Award Winning Programs and then email intloffice@lasalle.edu to express your interest.

Siani Butler, ‘22, MBA ‘23, helped launch NW Philly TAP to bring together local organizations and funders to create community-driven solutions to reduce violence and strengthen neighborhoods. Read more.

Being an Educator Today Contest

In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the proclamation of Saint John Baptist de La Salle as Universal Patron of Educators, which will take place on May 15, 2025, the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools is launching a contest open to Lasallian students and educators from all over the world. Learn more

Featured events

Weekly Mass

Monday through Thursday, 1 p.m.

Weekly Mass will take place from Monday through Thursday throughout the semester.

Mass

Sunday, Nov. 17, 5 p.m.

Participate in Mass on the Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time at De La Salle Chapel.

Celebrating First-Gen Students in November

National First-Generation College Student Day was Nov. 8, and La Salle extends the recognition with a week of programs and activities from Nov. 11 through Nov. 14.

  • Building Your Career Path Block by Block
    Tuesday, Nov. 12, Noon‒1:30 p.m.

    Explore how to build your professional journey! Stop by the Union Lobby for an exclusive guide to navigating your career as a first-gen student. Let’s piece together your path to success!   

  • Heart to Heart Message of Gratitude
    Wednesday, Nov. 13, Noon‒1:30 p.m.

    Take a moment with us in the Union Lobby to reflect and express your gratitude! Write a postcard thanking the people who have inspired you along the way. Whether it is a loved one or yourself, be sure to acknowledge your own achievements and the dedication that has led you to this moment!

  • Bear-y First-Gen Celebration!
    Thursday, Nov. 14, 12:30‒ 2 p.m.

    Enjoy this event in the Union Ballroom where you can build your very own custom bear, test your knowledge with trivia, and warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect, relax, and be a little creative!

Photo Spotlight

As a fun way to celebrate our first-gen community, we would like to spotlight our first-gen students, faculty, and staff in a slideshow. If you would like to participate, please submit the following information:  

  • Students: Please submit your photo, class year, major and why you are proud to be a First-Gen student.

  • Faculty and Staff: Please submit a photo of you from college (include the year the photo was taken), position at La Salle, and one piece of advice to First-Gen students.

Photos and descriptions will be accepted on a rolling basis; however, to be included on the slideshow being shown during First-Gen Week, please email the information by noon on Nov. 12 to firstyear@lasalle.edu.

Veterans Day / Armistice Day

Monday, Nov. 11

Nov. 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.” World War I officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919; however, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice between Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For this reason, Nov. 11 continues to be observed as Veterans’ Day to honor American veterans for their service and sacrifice. 

Men's Basketball vs. Cornell
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m.

The Big Red visit the John Glaser Arena

Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, 12:30–2 p.m. 
SNAP Education and Awareness Tabling in Union 
Do you need help paying for healthy food or find yourself short on groceries each month? You might be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This long-term food assistance program provides eligible students with up to $291 per month for groceries. Join the Explorers CARE team to learn more about SNAP, quickly check your eligibility, and schedule an appointment with a case manager to help you apply for SNAP.  

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, 12:30–2 p.m. 
2nd Annual Graduate School Interest Fair 
The graduate school interest fair in the Connelly Library is an opportunity for our current juniors and seniors to explore a variety of fields and specializations available for advanced study, introduce them to paths they may not have considered, network with faculty, current graduate students, and enrollment team members, and receive information about the alumni discount offered for certain graduate programs. Register here.

Sunday-Saturday, Nov. 17–23
1st Year Connection: Explorers CARE Module on Canvas 
First-year students are encouraged to complete the Explorers CARE Canvas module to learn about all the services offered. Those who complete the course will have a chance to win one of 10 $50 grocery gift cards. Register here.

HSHS Networking Night

Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

The Career Center invites you to connect with employers and alumni in various fields representing the health, science, and human services industries. Talk with recruiters looking for students to fill potential leadership experiences, internships, co-ops, and full-time positions. Bring copies of your resume for employers! Professional Dress Required. Students may register via Handshake here. 

M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology Public Meeting

Thursday, Nov. 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Members of the La Salle community are invited to the public meeting with the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language pathology (CAA) in St. Benilde Tower, room 1144. The site visit team from the CAA will be collecting public comments regarding the reaccreditation of the program. Click here for more information.