Aerial photo of D'Youville Campus at dusk; peace bridge visible in the background

Alumni WeekenD

Friday, September 27 through Sunday, September 29, 2024
D'Youville University | 320 Porter Ave, Buffalo, NY 14201

Join your classmates back on campus to relive your D'Youville memories and make new ones at Alumni Weekend! Save the date for 2024 - September 27 to September 29.

Schedule of Events 

Registration

KAB Alumni Lounge

Pick up your all access pass for reunion in Koessler Administration Building!

History & HeritageThe Alumni Lounge

KAB Alumni Lounge | All Weekend

Our KAB Alumni Lounge is open to you all day as your dedicated space to get together. Stop by the KAB Front Door for:

  • Bookstore discounts
  • Yearbooks
  • Selfie Station
  • Lawn Games on the lawn
  • Coffee & tea

History & HeritageTour of the History & Heritage Corridor

KAB 1st floor

Explore the historic Koessler Administration Building complete with our D’Youville timeline, archival videos and photos, and our newest galleries for the schools of pharmacy and nursing. Additional tours of SASE start here too!

History & HeritageTour of Holy Angels

Holy Angels Church

This exclusive Sacred Spaces tour will let you explore Holy Angels Church.

CelebrationSaints in the Park | Live Acoustic Music

Container Park

Join us in our newest park space - Container Park! The perfect place to reminisce with classmates. Live acoustic music by Buffalo's own Dan Erickson playing music from the 1960s to today's hits. Free food & drink provided.

Family & StudentsRedfest

Buffalo RiverWorks – 359 Ganson St $25

Round trip shuttle available from DAC.

Alumni VIP exclusive!

Enjoy Redfest fun with:

  • Buffalo‘s best fireworks
  • Carnival rides & festival food
  • Entertainment by DJ Milk
  • Custom balloon sculptures of Saint & Maggie
  • Amazing menu and drinks
  • The best party of the year!

CelebrationThe Distinguished Alumni Awards Brunch

Hub 306 $25

Join president Lorrie A. Clemo, PhD as we celebrate our newest distinguished alumni award recipients at this year’s ceremony.

Anne Lum Distinguished Alumni Award

Delta Sigma

Young Alumni Award

Family & StudentsFront Lawn Family BBQ

Front Lawn KAB $5

Fun for the family! Stop by the front lawn tent party complete with a family barbecue, lawn games, activities and an exclusive photo op with our favorite Saint Bernard dogs – mascots Saint and Maggie!

History & HeritageTour of the History & Heritage Corridor

KAB 1st floor

History & HeritageTour of the Athletics Facilities

College Center

Tour our athletics spaces at College Center including our renovated gymnasium space, weight room and newest athletics facility: a strength and conditioning center.

History & HeritageTour of the Hub

HUB

Tour the innovative Health Professions Hub featuring our community Pharmacy, state of the art simulation centers, thrive wellness, and beautiful event spaces.

History & HeritageMass

The Chapel at Holy Angels

Celebrate our Catholic tradition with a mass in the Chapel at Holy Angels.

CelebrationClass of 1974 Exclusive Reception

KAB 1st floor

We welcome the class of 1974 back to the Koessler Administration Building for an exclusive class reception – complete with a toast to the class of 1974, red roses and a class picture on the steps of KAB.

CelebrationAll Alumni Party | Cheers to 115 Years!

Hub 306 $15

Celebrate with this all-generations party! All alumni are welcome; special celebration for the 50th class of 1974! All Alumni Party includes open bar, food stations, DJ, selfie spot, D’Youville swag and more. D’Youville faculty, staff and coaches will be in attendance to celebrate with you.

CelebrationAlumni Brunch

Hub 306 $5

Join us for our annual Alumni brunch! Alumni celebrating 50 years and more are welcome to this reunion brunch.

History & HeritageAlumni Board Open Meeting

Hub 306

Our Alumni Board welcomes you to join in their annual meeting and discover more about the Alumni Association.

Lodging

Find the perfect hotel for your weekend stay. Use the hotel listings website to explore lodging options near campus. Make sure to ask for the D'Youville or college/university rate. 

Kavinoky Theatre 

The historic Kavinoky Theatre presents productions during Alumni Weekend. Alumni can receive a discounted price of $35 a ticket or $140 for a season subscription. Call the box office to inquire about discounts and the current season. We are extending the offer to friends and family of alumni. Ex: if an alumnus wants to purchase a ticket for themselves and a partner/friend/etc. they can also get the additional tickets for $35 as well. Go to the Kavinoky Theatre website to learn more & purchase your alumni discount tickets. Performances are held throughout Alumni Weekend.

Bookstore

Stop by the bookstore to update your wardrobe with your very own D’Youville gear. D’Youville Alumni receive a 20% off one apparel or gift item* this weekend only! Open Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm and Saturday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. *See store for details. Some exclusions apply. 

After Alumni Weekend

Looking for something to do after Alumni Weekend has ended? Check out the following Buffalo area activities for Sunday afternoon: 

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