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September 2, 2025

The women's rugby team played their inaugural match this weekend. Learn more about the sport, the matches and the team, including an interview with head coach Kelsie McDowell. Read more.

Nursing students and educators received DAISY Awards, given in gratitude for their work in the profession. Read more.  

Upcoming Holidays, Observations, and Commemorations  

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 month of September, including:

• September 15: First day of Hispanic Heritage Month  

• September 21: First day of Lasallian Days of Peace  

• September 27: Feast of Scubilion Rosseau (revered as The Catechist of Slaves)

Daily Mass  

Monday – Thursday at 1 p.m.  

Weekly Mass takes place in the De La Salle Chapel.

Mass of the Holy Spirit  

Thursday, Sept. 4 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.  

Join us in De La Salle Chapel as we ask for the inspiration, guidance, and presence of God’s Spirit throughout the new academic year and all of our campus activities. The Mass of the Holy Spirit is open to all, regardless of faith affiliation or belief. 

Late Night La Salle: Film: Let It Shine and Fairy Light Jars 

Friday, Sept. 5 from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.  

Head to the Dan Rodden Theatre to watch Let It Shine and craft your own fairy light jar.  

Women’s Field Hockey  

Friday, Sept. 5 at 4 p.m. 

vs. New Haven at Ellen Vagelos Field at the University of Pennsylvania.

Women’s Rugby  

Saturday, Sept. 6 at 1 p.m. 

vs. Frostburg State at DeVincent Field.  

Sunday Mass in the De La Salle Chapel  

Sunday, Sept. 7  

Participate in Sunday Mass at 5 p.m. 

Women’s Field Hockey  

Sunday, Sept. 7 at 1 p.m.  

vs. Saint Francis U at Ellen Vagelos Field at the University of Pennsylvania. 

Mental Health Lunch and Learn with Joshua Rivedal  

Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. 

In honor of Suicide Prevention Week, join Student Wellness Services in Holroyd Atrium for a mental health lecture from local actor, author, and playwright Joshua Rivedal. Lunch is provided.  

Shuffle Screening  

Wednesday, Sept. 10, starting at 6 p.m. 

Join the Professional Clinical Counseling program and the School of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office in Founders’ Hall Auditorium for a screening of the documentary Shuffle followed by a Q&A session. Click here to RSVP for free and learn more.

Unchecked: Separation of Powers and its Viability. Would Madison Recognize It Today?  

Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 12:30 to 2 p.m.  

Celebrate the Constitution’s birthday with a panel discussion in the Holroyd Atrium, followed by refreshments and games with prizes.  

Public Safety Advisory Group (PSAG) 

Thursday, Sept. 18 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. 

All are welcome to join the PSAG in the McShain Boardroom to address the needs and concerns of the La Salle community members. PSAG will meet monthly throughout the semester following this first meeting.  

Parent and Family Weekend  

Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27  

Get ready to make lasting memories with loved ones at La Salle’s Parent and Family Weekend. See the full schedule of events and RSVP here.