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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, it's not too late.  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

Thursday, Sept. 6: 4:00-6:00 pm
Senior Class Photo at 5:15 pm

Sheehan Beach
Free food and music for Seniors!

Applying to Graduate School

 

Friday, September 14
1:30 pm

 

Room 103, Corr Hall
Join Career Services to learn the nuts and bolts of graduate school applications!

Senior Breakfast ($)

Sun, Sept 16: 8:45 am

Parents' Weekend
Drexelbrook
Guest Speaker: Coach Jay Wright
Register for Tickets Online.
Call (610)-519-4210 for details.

Career Services
Fall Career Fair

Wednesday, Sept 19
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
 

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

Senior Project for Community Day of Service

Sat, Sept 22
Various times and locations

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

Alumni Family Picnic @ Homecoming ($)

Sat, Oct 6: 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
Villanova vs. Louisville

Sat, November 3: 1:00 pm

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 ($)

Monday, Nov 5: 5:00 - 7:00 pm

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
 

Sat, November 17: 1:30 pm
Delaware vs. Villanova
Kick-Off: 3:30 pm

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

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

November 30, 2007
February 1, 2008
February 8, 2008
February 15, 2008
April 4, 2008

Watch for your invitation to a very special event! Join University President Fr. 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 ($)

January 18 - 20, 2008
$40 per person

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: TBA

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. Registration forms can be downloaded here and brought to 207 Dougherty Hall. Seniors must register by January 18, 2008.
Tickets: $10 each, or all six events for $40!

101 Days until Graduation ($)

Thursday, February 7
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.

Senior Spirit Day ($)
Wildcat Men's Basketball

Monday, February 25: 7:00 pm
Wachovia Center
Villanova vs. Marquette
 

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 ($)

Monday, May 12: 3:00 - 6:00 pm
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 before 5:00 pm on April 25, 2008.

Last Lecture/Senior Toast

Thursday, May 1:  5:00 pm

Bartley Steps
The tradition continues!
Don't forget to vote for your favorite professor to deliver the Last Lecture to the Class of 2008! Nominations will take place until noon on Saturday, April 5th. Seniors - nominate your favorite professor for this prestigious honor!

Senior Mass

Sunday, May 11: 6:00 pm

St. Thomas of Villanova Church

Senior Dinner Dance ($)

Saturday, May 10, 2008
7:00 p.m.

Atlantic City Convention Center & Hotel Register for tickets online.

Senior Week ($)

Monday, May 12 - Friday, May 16

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 16
Paxon Hollow Golf Club
Shotgun start
$65.00/pp

Cap off Senior Week - Invite friends and family to play in a fun outing just before graduation. Register online for this event.

Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement

Saturday, May 17: Mass - 5:00 pm
Sunday, May 18: 10:00 am

University Stadium