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This Week at La Salle

January 20, 2026

La Salle University receives 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement 

La Salle is one of only 277 schools across the country awarded the classification, which recognizes institutions that support dynamic and noteworthy community engagement. Read more

Alana Lathan, '25, M.A. '26

La Salle University’s Communication 4+1 program made pursuing a master’s degree easy for Alana Lathan, ‘25, M.A. ‘26, who now feels prepared to pursue her career with confidence. Read more.

LeeAnn Cardaciotto, Ph.D.

LeeAnn Cardaciotto, Ph.D., will be La Salle University's first Associate Provost for Assessment, Accreditation, and Graduate Education, a role responsible for providing leadership for institutional assessment, external accreditation processes, and leading graduate education. Read more.  

Tri Alpha Honor Society Applications are due by Jan. 27, 2026

For individuals who would like to be considered for La Salle’s induction: 

We are excited to welcome new members and celebrate our third annual induction in March. There are numerous benefits to membership including:    

  • Lifetime membership   

  • Academic recognition 

  • Networking and support 

  • Leadership development   

Stay up to date on Tri Alpha by following us on Instagram @trialphalasalle. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to one of the inaugural Tri-Alpha Advisors or by e-mailing trialpha@lasalle.edu:     

  • Jamell Sowell: Student Success Coach    

  • Rosemary Barbera: Associate Professor    

  • TiRease Holmes: Dean of Students    

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 January, including: 

  • January 26: Commemoration of the Transfer of the Relics of Saint La Salle 

  • January 30: The Feast of St. Mutien-Marie Wiaux 

Campus Events

Monday – Thursday at 1 p.m.  

Daily Mass will take place from Monday through Thursday in the De La Salle Chapel. 

 

Praise and Worship 

Monday, Jan. 26 at 7:15 p.m. in the De La Salle Chapel.  

 

Sunday at 5 p.m. 

Mass will take place every Sunday in the De La Salle Chapel. 

Men's Basketball  

Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. 

vs. Dayton at the John E. Glaser Arena  

Late Night La Salle: Board Game Night  

Friday, Jan. 23 from 9 to 11 p.m. 

Join Late Night La Salle in the Union Compass Club for a BYOB (boardgame) night.  

Men's and Women's Swimming  

Saturday, Jan. 24 at 11 a.m. 

vs. Fordham at Kirk Pool 

Documentary Screening and panel discussion: The Life and Legacy of St. John Baptist De La Salle 

Tuesday, Jan. 27  

12:30 to 2 p.m. in the Music Room  

4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Dan Rodden Theater  

Join us for an inspiring screening of The Life and Legacy of St. John Baptist De La Salle, a new documentary (25 minutes) about St. John Baptist de La Salle. Come watch, reflect, and engage in conversation as we explore his story together. Watch the trailer here

Graduate Open House  

Thursday, Jan. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. 

Head to Founders' Hall to learn more about how you can advance your career goals with graduate programs at La Salle. Learn more and RSVP here.  

First Pitch Dinner  

Saturday, Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. 

Join Baseball Head Coach Dave Miller, family, and friends for a dinner supporting the program and celebrating the return of baseball at 20th and Olney. Learn more and RSVP here.  

2026 Hall of Athletes Induction Ceremony  

Saturday, February 21 at 5:30 p.m. 

Celebrate the 2026 Hall of Athletes inductees, Pat Christensen, ‘13, and Amy Griffin, ‘18. Learn more and RSVP here.  

Submit information for inclusion or

email questions to umc@lasalle.edu.

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