What's happening on campus
Upcoming events include Toast to the Class of 2025, Giving Tuesday and Fall Commencement.
November 25, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 7)
August 12, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 21)
The annual Faculty and Staff Fall Kickoff Celebration is August 20 at the L. William Seidman Center.
Photo Credit: Cory Morse
See more events online. Highlighted events through early September are listed below.
SAP Farm Stand: Wednesday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Cook Carillon Tower area; every Wednesday through September 24, purchase produce from the SAP and enjoy lunch from Louie's Lunchbox
FTLC Annual Conference: Thursday, Aug. 14, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Eberhard Center; breakout sessions and keynote presentation by Peter Felten, professor of history, executive director of the Center for Engaged Learning, and assistant provost for teaching and learning at Elon University; RSVP here
Faculty and Staff Fall Kickoff: Wednesday, Aug. 20, 4-7 p.m., L. William Seidman Center; join colleagues to celebrate the start of the academic year with music and refreshments; RSVP here
University Address: Friday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m.-noon, Haas Center for Performing Arts; President Philomena V. Mantella will give remarks; RSVP here
Laker Kickoff: Friday, Aug. 22, 6-7 p.m., Lubbers Stadium; welcome new students at this new event, followed by class photo
Campus Life Night: Sunday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m., parking lot H1; students can learn about local businesses, campus departments and student organizations at this popular event
Rainbow Social: Wednesday, Aug. 27, noon-3 p.m., Kirkhof Center east lawn; the Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center will host this welcome event
Philosophy in Nature: Saturday, Aug. 30, 2-4 p.m., Blandford Nature Center, 1715 Hillburn Ave. NW; free, public humanities series organized by Areins Pelayo in which participants read favorite passages then enjoy journaling or watercolor painting in a scenic setting; RSVP here
Global Laker Festival: Wednesday, September 3, noon-3 p.m., Cook Carillon Tower area; the Padnos International Center will host lawn games, international music, snacks and other activities
This article was last edited on August 11, 2025 at 3:43 p.m.
Upcoming events include Toast to the Class of 2025, Giving Tuesday and Fall Commencement.
November 25, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 7)
Highlighted events include WGVU's book swap at a Bridge Street restaurant, the Teach-In and the Sustainability Showcase.
November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Homecoming is Nov. 7-8. All Laker families are invited to the University Club Trunk or Treat on Oct. 30.
October 28, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 5)