Join the Shenandoah Center for Immersive Learning (SCiL) for the weekend-long Ooga Booga Game Jam 2026, coordinated by Shenandoah University alumnus Johnny Bernard, from Friday, Sept. 4, through Sunday, Sept. 6, in the SCiL Lab in the Hazel-Pruitt Armory. The event is open to everyone, and participants will have access to the SCiL Lab throughout […]
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4 events,Go whitewater Rafting, hiking and camping with Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) in New River Gorge, West Virginia, Saturday, Sept. 5, at 9 a.m. through Monday, Sept. 7, at 6 p.m.
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Join the Campus Activities Network (CAN) for a trip to K1 Speed located at 45448 E Severn Way, Suite 150, Sterling, VA 20166 on Saturday, Sept. 5. A bus will depart campus at 10 a.m. and return around 5 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person and cover access to K1’s state-of-the-art indoor go-karting experience. Spots […] |
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The Office of Student Leadership and Engagement hosts its mandatory Graduate Student Organization Training virtually on Sunday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to noon. All graduate student organizations must send at least two executive board members (president required; treasurer or SGA representative preferred). Missing this training will delay active status, funding eligibility, and participation in […] The Office of Spiritual Life holds a weekly ecumenical Christian worship service on Sundays from 8-9 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall. All Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff are welcome. The service takes place weekly, except on Sunday, Oct. 18. For questions or more information, contact DeLyn Celec at delyn.celec@su.edu. |
5 events,Join the Center for Civic Engagement for a volunteer opportunity that supports the local community and connects you with fellow students. Help the Winchester-Clarke Garden Club harvest fresh vegetables at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St, Winchester, VA 22601, every Monday at 10 a.m. The produce will be donated weekly to the […]
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Make a self-portrait flower bouquet to celebrate the end of summer, snap a photo in the flower photobooth and grab a sweet treat to go on the Quad for a sweet Labor Day celebration on Monday, Sept. 7, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The event, sponsored by CAN and Shenandoah Home, begins at 11 a.m. and […]
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Join the Office of Spiritual Life for a stream cleanup of Abrams Creek on Monday, Sept. 7, from 2-4 p.m. Participants meet at Sarah’s Glen at 2 p.m. Wear clothes that can get dirty and bring sunscreen. To participate, please register by emailing spirituallife@su.edu. For questions, contact Chaplain DeLyn Celec at spirituallife@su.edu. |
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5 events,Stop by the Spiritual Life table in the Brandt Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Ask questions about Shenandoah University or the Office of Spiritual Life, learn more about programming and student organizations, share how the start of the semester is going, or pick up free merchandise and candy. For questions […]
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Go biking around Winchester with Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5-7:30 p.m.
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The Center for Civic Engagement is hosting Voices of SU: A Dialogue for First-Year Success on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 6-8 p.m. in the Pruitt Health and Life Sciences Building, Room 016. Participate in a student panel about first-year success, ask current student leaders about their experiences at Shenandoah University and connect with your classmates […] |
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Did you enjoy Welcome Week? Did you find your new best friend? Your experience matters! Share your feedback using this Google Form for an opportunity to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Your input helps shape the experiences of future students. Don’t miss out on your chance to win and let your voice be heard. […] Free HIV/STI testing is available Friday, Sept. 11, and Friday, Sept. 25, from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Wilkins Wellness Center. No appointment is necessary. Walk in for private and confidential testing. For questions, contact the Wilkins Wellness Center at wwcenter@su.edu or Cheryl Doyle at hbo01@su.edu. Hosted by Shenandoah Veterans & Supporters, with support from the Office of Inclusion, Diversity & Equity, this remembrance ceremony honors the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The ceremony begins at 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, in Sarah’s Glen and includes readings of emergency management transcripts and moments of silence commemorating the […] |
8 events,Women’s Golf vs Shenandoah Fall Invitational at Berkeley Springs, WV Join Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) every Saturday morning for Breakfast & Bible Study in the Village Common Room, 9-11 a.m. Mass begins at 9 a.m., and is followed by breakfast from 9:30 a.m., to around 10 a.m. After that, men and women break into Bible Study small groups. All faiths are welcome. Sponsored by Shenandoah […]
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) & Spiritual Life for Meditation with the Monks, Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in High View, West Virginia. |
5 events,Women’s Golf vs Shenandoah Fall Invitational in Berkeley Springs, WV
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for a moderately rocky hike on Sunday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to Hawksbill Summit in Shenandoah National Park.
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Students interested in singing with the choir for the 5 p.m. Mass held on campus each Sunday are invited to attend the Catholic Campus Ministry Choir Interest Meeting on Sept. 13, from 2:30 to 3 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall, Room 21. The meeting provides an opportunity to share ideas and learn more about the […] |
4 events,Join the Center for Civic Engagement for a volunteer opportunity that supports the local community and connects you with fellow students. Help the Winchester-Clarke Garden Club harvest fresh vegetables at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St, Winchester, VA 22601, every Monday at 10 a.m. The produce will be donated weekly to the […] Stop by the Spiritual Life table in the Brandt Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Ask questions about Shenandoah University or the Office of Spiritual Life, learn more about programming and student organizations, share how the start of the semester is going, or pick up free merchandise and candy. For questions […] Fresh produce is back at Buzzy’s Food Pantry! Stop by every Monday at 11 a.m. through Dec. 14, in the new location in Brandt Student Center, Room 122A, to pick up a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables safely packaged by the Buzzy’s Food Pantry team. Please wash all produce thoroughly before consumption. For questions, […] |
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Celebrate National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 15, by stopping by the Brandt Student Center from 9:30-11 a.m. or Smith Library from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. to register to vote or update an existing registration. Staff from Smith Library and the Center for Civic Engagement are available to answer questions and help students get election-ready. For […]
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Celebrate National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 15, by stopping by the Brandt Student Center from 9:30-11 a.m. or Smith Library from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. to register to vote or update an existing registration. Staff from Smith Library and the Center for Civic Engagement are available to answer questions and help students get election-ready. For […] Join Spiritual Life for weekly Bible study on Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall, Room 15. All Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff are welcome. Bible study meets weekly, except Tuesday, Oct. 20. For questions or more information, contact Spiritual Life at spirituallife@su.edu. |
5 events,Join Career & Professional Development for a Career Lab on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10-11 a.m. in the Brandt Student Center, Room 118. Learn about the services and resources available to support your career journey, including career exploration, résumés and cover letters, internships and job searches, interview preparation, Handshake, career fairs, […]
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Smith Library brings a selection of books and games to the Brandt Student Center on Wednesday, Sept. 16, from noon-1 p.m. Stop by to browse research materials, new bestsellers, classic fiction, board games and more. Items can be checked out directly from the display. For more information, contact Bridget Reddy at svl41@su.edu. |
4 events,Join Career & Professional Development for a Career Lab on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10-11 a.m. in the Brandt Student Center, Room 118. Learn about the services and resources available to support your career journey, including career exploration, résumés and cover letters, internships and job searches, interview preparation, Handshake, career fairs, […] Stop by the Spiritual Life table in the Brandt Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Ask questions about Shenandoah University or the Office of Spiritual Life, learn more about programming and student organizations, share how the start of the semester is going, or pick up free merchandise and candy. For questions […]
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Celebrate Constitution Day on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the upstairs hallway of the Brandt Student Center. Experience The Great Experiment, an educational virtual reality experience that […] |
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Train Like an Agent is a hands-on fitness and career event for college students featuring an FBI-led workout, networking with FBI recruiters and information about FBI careers. Participants will compete in a physical fitness challenge consisting of pull-ups, a 300-meter sprint, push-ups and a 1.5-mile run. The event is on Friday, Sept. 18, from 8 […]
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Join the Counseling Center for Fresh Check Day on Friday, Sept. 18, from noon-3 p.m. at the Brandt Student Center, Leadership Lawn. This engaging and uplifting mental health event features interactive booths, a festive social atmosphere, exciting prizes and giveaways. For questions, contact Christine Cornwell at ccornwel@su.edu. |
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Join the Campus Activities Network (CAN) for a day trip to Hershey Park on Saturday, Sept. 19. The bus departs campus at 8 a.m. and returns around 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person and include park admission and round-trip transportation. Spots are limited, and tickets go on sale Saturday, Sept. 12. Note that all […]
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for hiking & geology Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Sky Meadows State Park. Join Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) every Saturday morning for Breakfast & Bible Study in the Village Common Room, 9-11 a.m. Mass begins at 9 a.m., and is followed by breakfast from 9:30 a.m., to around 10 a.m. After that, men and women break into Bible Study small groups. All faiths are welcome. Sponsored by Shenandoah […] |
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for hiking on Sunday, Sep. 20, from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in Maurertown, Virginia. You can attend Catholic Sunday Mass on campus at 5 p.m. every Sunday at Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall. Dinner Fellowship follows immediately after Mass, at around 6 p.m. Confessions are available before […]
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Catholic Campus Ministry hosts a Lounge Party on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 6-8 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall, Room 9. The event immediately follows the 5 p.m. Sunday Mass and […] |
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Stop by the Career and Professional Development table in the Brandt Student Center on Monday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. to make your own candy salad while learning more about career resources. Meet the CPD team and learn how the office can support you with career exploration, résumés, internships, job searches, interviews, Handshake and […] Join the Center for Civic Engagement for a volunteer opportunity that supports the local community and connects you with fellow students. Help the Winchester-Clarke Garden Club harvest fresh vegetables at […]
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Stop by the Hispanic Heritage Month information table from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, in the Brandt Student Center Lobby. Hosted by the Mosaic Center for Diversity, the display highlights Hispanic heritage and culture. All members of the Shenandoah University community are welcome to visit. For more information, email mosaiccenter@su.edu. |
5 events,Join Spiritual Life for weekly Bible study on Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall, Room 15. All Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff are welcome. Bible study meets weekly, except Tuesday, Oct. 20. For questions or more information, contact Spiritual Life at spirituallife@su.edu. Rainbow Resilience is a confidential support group that explores topics and challenges commonly experienced in the LGBTQ+ community, offering space for connection, skill-building, and reflection in a welcoming environment. While the group highlights themes relevant to the LGBTQ+ community, all students are welcome to participate. The group meets Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. throughout the semester, […] Get ready to move, strengthen and sculpt with Sculpt w/ Leah, a Pilates-inspired, full-body workout featuring light weights and high repetitions. This fun, upbeat class combines controlled movements with a serious burn and is suitable for all fitness levels. Bring a mat if you have one, or use one of the limited mats available. Classes […] |
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Celebrate the Lavender Lounge’s one-year anniversary on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Lavender Lounge in Cooley Hall. All Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy treats and celebrate this milestone. For questions or accessibility accommodations, contact the Lavender Lounge at lavenderlounge@su.edu or visit the Lavender Lounge on the […] Nominations for the 2026 Spirit of Shenandoah Award are open through noon on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Students can nominate themselves or a peer who embodies the spirit of Shenandoah University and demonstrates Hornet pride. Award recipients will be selected from each class year: first-year, sophomore, junior and senior. Student voting will begin Monday, Sept. 28. […]
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Students are invited to attend the Environmental and Sustainability Club interest meeting and officer election on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 4-6 p.m. in Gregory Hall, Room 138. Learn more about the club’s activities, including native plant sales, film festivals and campus cleanups, and share ideas for promoting sustainability on campus. Club officer elections take place […] |
6 events,Stop by the Spiritual Life table in the Brandt Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Ask questions about Shenandoah University or the Office of Spiritual Life, […]
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Dance and sing while celebrating Hispanic culture and community from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, in the Brandt Student Center, Game Room. Bring your friends, grab the microphone or hit the dance floor for an evening of music and fun. For more information, contact dashford@su.edu. Winchester Swing Dance is offering free beginner swing dance lessons for Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff. Swing dancing encompasses a variety of styles, including Lindy Hop, Charleston and East […] |
6 events,Free HIV/STI testing is available Friday, Sept. 11, and Friday, Sept. 25, from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Wilkins Wellness Center. No appointment is necessary. Walk in for private and confidential testing. For questions, contact the Wilkins Wellness Center at wwcenter@su.edu or Cheryl Doyle at hbo01@su.edu.
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for a hike on Friday, Sept. 25, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Star Tannery, Virginia.
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Join the SU ASL Club for a meeting celebrating Deaf Awareness Month on Friday, Sept. 25, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Halpin-Harrison Hall, Room 147. Learn signs and facts related to Deaf Awareness Month and help create posters and flyers to spread awareness across campus. For questions, contact Kate Johnson, president, at jra80@su.edu. |
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for goat yoga and ice cream on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in Tuscarora, Maryland.
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for rock climbing on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Wolf Rocks, Catoctin Mountains, Maryland. Join Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) every Saturday morning for Breakfast & Bible Study in the Village Common Room, 9-11 a.m. Mass begins at 9 a.m., and is followed by breakfast from 9:30 a.m., to around 10 a.m. After that, men and women break into Bible Study small groups. All faiths are welcome. Sponsored by Shenandoah […] |
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for canoeing from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27, down the Shenandoah River. You can attend Catholic Sunday Mass on campus at 5 p.m. every Sunday at Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall. Dinner Fellowship follows immediately after Mass, at around 6 p.m. Confessions are available before Mass at 4:30 p.m. People of all faith backgrounds are welcome. Sponsored by Shenandoah University Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM). Questions? Contact shenandoahccm@gmail.com. The Office of Spiritual Life holds a weekly ecumenical Christian worship service on Sundays from 8-9 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall. All Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff are welcome. The service takes place weekly, except on Sunday, Oct. 18. For questions or more information, contact DeLyn Celec at delyn.celec@su.edu. |
2 events,Stop by the Spiritual Life table in the Brandt Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Ask questions about Shenandoah University or the Office of Spiritual Life, learn more about programming and student organizations, share how the start of the semester is going, or pick up free merchandise and candy. For questions […] Fresh produce is back at Buzzy’s Food Pantry! Stop by every Monday at 11 a.m. through Dec. 14, in the new location in Brandt Student Center, Room 122A, to pick up a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables safely packaged by the Buzzy’s Food Pantry team. Please wash all produce thoroughly before consumption. For questions, […] |
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Students interested in the Interdisciplinary Artistic Immersion Barcelona J-Term GEL trip can stop by the Brandt Student Center lobby table on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to meet the team leading the program and learn more about the course and travel opportunity. Katie Vickers, co-founder and co-director of BARNA ARTS, will be on […] Join Spiritual Life for weekly Bible study on Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. in Goodson Chapel-Recital Hall, Room 15. All Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff are welcome. Bible study meets weekly, except Tuesday, Oct. 20. For questions or more information, contact Spiritual Life at spirituallife@su.edu. Rainbow Resilience is a confidential support group that explores topics and challenges commonly experienced in the LGBTQ+ community, offering space for connection, skill-building, and reflection in a welcoming environment. While the group highlights themes relevant to the LGBTQ+ community, all students are welcome to participate. The group meets Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. throughout the semester, […] |
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Career and Professional Development hosts “Fall into Experience” every Wednesday in October, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. in the Brandt Student Center lobby. Students interested in internships can stop by the table for quick tips, activities, internship resources and guidance on finding opportunities, preparing résumés and succeeding in interviews. Whether students […]
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Student Financial Services’ Financial Aid Office hosts a Zoom information session about Tuition Exchange on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The session provides an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about Tuition Exchange. Students interested in attending should email Karen Bucher at kbucher@su.edu for the Zoom link. For questions, contact Karen Bucher or […]
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Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for hiking on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 4:30-6:15 p.m. at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, Winchester, Virginia. |
6 events,The application for December 2026 graduation is now available on Hornet Hub. All students planning to graduate in December must submit an application by Oct. 1. Log in to Hornet Hub and select the “Graduation Overview” box to access the application. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their adviser before applying to confirm graduation […] Stop by the Spiritual Life table in the Brandt Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Ask questions about Shenandoah University or the Office of Spiritual Life, learn more about programming and student organizations, share how the start of the semester is going, or pick up free merchandise and candy. For questions […]
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Create DIY Spirit Gear for Homecoming with Campus Activities Network (CAN) on Thursday, Oct. 1, from 5-9 p.m. in the Brandt Student Center, Game Room. Students can make custom Shenandoah University gear, including pom-poms, spirit sticks, headbands, buttons, noisemakers and more. For more information, contact CAN at can@su.edu.
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Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) hosts a fall-themed supper and pumpkin-carving contest on Thursday, Oct. 1, from 6-8 p.m. in the Village Common Room. The menu includes subs, soups, hot apple cider and dessert. All are welcome to attend and participate in the pumpkin-carving contest. For more information, contact Mike Filamor at shenandoahccm@gmail.com. |
8 events,Join Shenandoah Outdoor and Adventure Recreation (SOAR) for backpacking and wild ponies from 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 through 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, Mount Roger Recreation Area, VA. Discover new stations, exciting flavors, and a fresh dining experience while enjoying games and activities with prizes and giveaways.
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Exercise is Medicine on Campus (EIM-OC) kicks off its October activities on Friday, Oct. 2, from 1-1:30 p.m. at Sarah’s Glen. The event features a reading of the President’s Proclamation by Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Yolanda Barbier Gibson, along with games, music and a guided walk around campus. Prizes will be awarded to […]
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Swing by the Brandt Student Center welcome table Friday, October 2, from 3-5 p.m. to gather information about weekend activities and enter a raffle to win Shenandoah swag! RSVP using this Google Form. For more information, contact Tamiya Earley, tearley@su.edu. |
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SU families are invited on a coffee walk Saturday, October 3, from 9-10:30 a.m., where they will meet at the Brandt Student Center to walk with other families along the Winchester Green Circle Trail and visit the city’s charming coffee shops along the way. For more information, contact Christine O’Neill, coneill@su.edu. Join Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) Saturday morning for Breakfast & Bible Study, Homecoming/Family Weekend Edition, in the Village Common Room, 9-11 a.m. Mass begins at 9 a.m., and is followed by breakfast from 9:30 a.m., to around 10 a.m. After that, men and women break into Bible Study small groups. All faiths are welcome. Sponsored […] Get into the game day spirit at the Homecoming tailgate Saturday, October 3, at 11 a.m. Purchase an array of food from local food trucks, enjoy a drink at the beer and wine garden, jam to live music, and let the kids play before the Hornets take the field. Registered guests receive a commemorative Homecoming […] |