FAQs for Alumni Weekend
With so many fun opportunities and events, we know you have questions. Let's see if we can answer them!
If you have a question about something not listed below, email the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement or call (585) 385-5292.
Tentative locations. Subject to change.
Friday, Sept. 26
- 50+ Lunch for Classes 1955-1975 (12:30 p.m.) Cleary Family Auditorium, Kearney Hall
- Campus Tours Joseph S. Skalny Welcome Center
- Welcome Back Alumni Party (7-9 p.m.) The Terrace at Tepas Commons (alternate location, just inside)
- Reunions for 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005, and 2015 (7-9 p.m.) Terrace at Tepas Commons
Saturday, Sept. 27
- Campus Tours Joseph S. Skalny Welcome Center
- Fisher Family Carnival (10 a.m.) Upper Quad (between Keough Hall and Donald E. Bain Campus Center)
- Alumni Tailgate at Growney Stadium (Kickoff at 1 p.m., Tailgate opens at noon) Check in at the registration tent on Founders Hall walkway near Growney Stadium
- 50th Reunion Dinner and Pinning Ceremony TBD
Parking for afternoon events in Lot A
Sunday, Sept. 28
- Reunion Mass (10 a.m.) Hermance Family Chapel of St. Basil the Great
- Fisher Family Brunch (11 a.m.) Ward-Haffey Dining Hall
Please note: golf cart shuttles will be available for many events.
Friday
50+ Reunion Lunch: Lot I
Welcome Back Alumni Party: Lot I, Lot M, Lot S
Saturday
All events, Lot A
Sunday
Hermance Family Chapel of St. Basil the Great: Lot A or Lot M
Fisher Family Brunch: Lot I
Where can I buy Fisher apparel during Alumni Weekend?
Friday
- 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday
- 9 a.m. - Noon (Perfect chance to stop in during the Fisher for Life Carnival)
- Cardinal Shop pop-up will open at Growney Stadium at noon
We offer online ticketing for Alumni Weekend, but walk-ups are welcome at most events, such as Alumni Tailgating on Saturday.
If you purchase online tickets through our partner, Eventbrite, you will receive a confirmation email with details.
Please note: In-person ticket sales for Alumni Tailgate at Growney Stadium will open at Noon a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 in the ticketing tent on the walkway from Lot S to Growney Stadium.
Online ticket purchase closes on Wednesday, September 24. Walk-up tickets are available for purchase at most events with debit/credit card only.
Please note: In-person ticket sales for Alumni Tailgate at Growney Stadium will open at noon a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 in the ticketing tent on the walkway from Lot S to Growney Stadium.
The Class of 1955 70th Reunion events:
- Friday: 50+ Reunion Luncheon
- Friday evening: Gathering at the Welcome Back Alumni Celebration
The Class of 1965 60th Reunion events:
- Friday: 50+ Reunion Luncheon
- Friday evening: Gathering at the Welcome Back Alumni Celebration
The Class of 1975 50th Reunion events are:
- Friday: 50+ Reunion Luncheon
- Friday evening: 1975 gathering at the Welcome Back Alumni Celebration
- Saturday: Special guests during the football game
- Saturday evening: 50th Reunion Dinner and Pinning Ceremony
Classes of 1985, 1995, 2005, and 2015:
- Friday evening: Reunions at the Welcome Back Alumni Celebration
Yes! All alumni and their families are invited to events happening throughout the weekend.
There are many hotels close to St. John Fisher University! Check out our list of area accommodations.
Sure is! We highly recommend the Fisher Family Carnival with carnival games and snacks, as well as the Alumni Tailgate at Growney Stadium.
Reunion events are for adults only:
- 50+ Reunion Lunch
- Class of 1975 Dinner and Pinning Ceremony
Yes. Tours are offered on Friday and Saturday. Tours begin at the Joseph S. Skalny Center. See the Alumni Ticket Site for details.
Unless an event states it has a dress code, we welcome you to wear whatever you wish, but of course we highly recommend your Fisher gear!
Need fresh Fisher gear? Check out the Cardinal Shop online or visit in person when you're on campus.