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Schedule of Events for VU Seniors

Our exciting and informative events are held especially, and specifically, for our Graduating Seniors!  Keep your calendar handy and up-to-date as you will not want to miss these events.  This is a chance to learn some things that could help you along to your next endeavor and even meet new people.  Collect a few more life-long friends and make a few more lasting memories from what will sure to stay one of your most favorite places in the world -- Villanova!

($) = indicates fee for event

Here's what's lined up! When Details

Kickoff BBQ & Senior Class Photo

Date: TBD: 4:00-6:00 pm
Senior Class Photo at 5:15 pm

Sheehan Beach
Free food and music for Seniors!

     

Senior Breakfast ($)

Sun, Sept 14: 8:45 am

Parents' Weekend
Drexelbrook
Guest Speaker: TBD
Online ticket registration COMING SOON!
Call (610)-519-4210 for details.

Career Services
Fall Career Fair

Date: Tue, Sept 16
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
 

The Pavilion
More than 200 organizations will be represented at the Fall Career Fair.

Senior Project for Community Day of Service

Sat, Sept 20
Various times and locations
More information coming soon

Activities throughout the Philadelphia region as part of the St. Thomas of Villanova Day celebration.

Alumni Family Picnic @ Homecoming ($)

Sat, Oct 25: 12:00-3:30 pm

Sheehan Beach
All Seniors are invited to join VU alums and their families during Homecoming Weekend.

Men's Soccer Game
Senior Spirit Day
 

Date: TBD

West Campus Soccer Complex
Seniors - this day is for you! Come cheer on the Wildcat Men's Soccer team at the last home game of the year. Prize drawings & giveaways! Co-sponsored by Villanova Athletics and the Villanova Alumni Association.

How to Dine and Act Fine ($)

Date: TBD

Villanova Room, Connelly Center
Etiquette Dinner:  Be prepared for those mealtime job interviews! Ticket information will be emailed to Seniors in October.

Nova Nation Pre-Game Tent Event  - Special Seniors Day
 

Date: TBD

Celebrate with VU Seniors & the Villanova University Athletics Department before the game!

Senior Receptions With Rev. Peter Donohue, O.S.A.

Fall & Spring Semester Dates: TBD

Watch for your invitation to a very special event! Join University President Rev. Peter Donohue for an evening of conversation & refreshments. Each Senior will receive an invitation in the mail - be sure to RSVP - you won't want to miss your chance to attend the President's Reception for Seniors!

Senior Retreat ($)

Date: TBD

Join Campus Ministry for a time of reflection and renewal in the Poconos as you prepare for graduation and beyond. Cost includes transportation, lodging, meals, workshops, and 1/2 day of skiing or tubing. To register, please visit Campus Ministry, St. Rita's Hall. SPACE IS LIMITED!
Co-sponsored with Campus Ministry.

Everything You Didn't Learn in Class: A Professional Series for Seniors ($)

Dates, times & location: TBD

A series of popular programs designed to help prepare for life after graduation! Professional Series topics will include:
Healthy Meals in Minutes
W2401KHMO
Money 101
The Finer Points Series includes:
On the Links - Golf Clinic
Put Your Best Face Forward
Wine & Cheese Etiquette

Six sessions in total with refreshments included at each presentation. Downloadable Registration Form coming soon. Registration forms must be received by January 20, 2009.
Tickets: $10 each, or all six events for $40!

101 Days until Graduation ($)

Thursday, February 5
9:00 pm - midnight
Brownies 23 East

$5 Cover Charge, with proceeds going toward the Senior Class Gift.  Special promotions for Seniors ONLY - be sure to bring your Wildcard and begin the countdown to graduation! Register for this event online during Spring semester.

Senior Spirit Day ($)
Wildcat Men's Basketball

Date: TBD
 

Show your Senior spirit at the last men’s home regular season basketball game. Special pre-game event for Seniors only.
Seniors MUST arrive with their ticket & Wildcard for priority seating at the game and pre-game event. Tickets are available IN ADVANCE to SENIORS ONLY with their Wildcard - date & time of ticket sale TBA.
Co-Sponsored with the Villanova University Alumni Association and Villanova Athletics.

Senior Dodge Ball Tournament ($)

Date: TBD
Alumni Hall Gym
$5.00 per team member

Sign up your team for this Seniors-only event! Please complete the Team Registration and Waiver  forms and return to 207 Dougherty with entry fee of $5.00 per team member.

Last Lecture/Senior Toast

Thursday, April 30:  5:00 pm

Villanova Room, Connelly Center
The tradition continues!
Don't forget to vote for your favorite professor to deliver the Last Lecture to the Class of 2009! Nominations will take place until noon on DATE TBD. Seniors - nominate your favorite professor for this prestigious honor!

Senior Mass

Sunday, May 10: 6:00 pm

St. Thomas of Villanova Church

Senior Dinner Dance ($)

Date: TBD
7:00 p.m.

Atlantic City Convention Center & Hotel Register for tickets online.

Senior Week ($)

Monday, May 11 - Friday, May 15

Senior Week Ticket Sales are available online only.
ALL TICKETS SOLD ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS! All Senior Week tickets (EXCEPT for the Senior Dinner Dance) are NON-REFUNDABLE. Some events sell out quickly, so don't delay!

Senior and Parents Golf Outing ($)

Friday, May 15
Paxon Hollow Golf Club
Shotgun start

Cap off Senior Week - Invite friends and family to play in a fun outing just before graduation.

Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement

Saturday, May 16: Mass - 5:00 pm
Sunday, May 17: 10:00 am

University Stadium
Congratulations to the Class of 2009!