Schedule
True Blue Weekend registration is now open! Visit our , or view the full schedule below. 9 a.m. 鈥 6 p.m. | True Blue Weekend Arrival & Information Center 3:30 - 5 p.m. | International Coffee Hour & Diplomatch Meet-up 8 a.m. 鈥 6 p.m. | True Blue Weekend Arrival & Information Center 12:30 - 2:10 p.m. | Reunion Class Photos on the Williamson Field Bleachers 12:30 p.m. | Nevonians (Class of 1973 and older) 12:40 p.m. | Class of 1974 - 50th Reunion 12:50 p.m. | Class of 1979 - 45th Reunion 1:00 p.m. | Class of 1984 - 40th Reunion 1:10 p.m. | Class of 1989 - 35th Reunion 1:20 p.m. | Class of 1994 - 30th Reunion 1:30 p.m. | Class of 1999 - 25th Reunion 1:40 p.m. | Class of 2004 - 20th Reunion 1:50 p.m. | Class of 2009 - 15th Reunion 2:00 p.m. | Class of 2014 - 10th Reunion 2:10 p.m. | Class of 2019 - 5th Reunion 9 鈥 11 a.m. | Campus Breakfast
True Blue Weekend Schedule
Friday, October 4
Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center
8 a.m. 鈥 4 p.m. | Open Classes
Students may arrange with their professors for their parents to visit classes, or
parents and alumni may obtain a schedule of available open classes at the information
table at registration in the Lombardo Welcome Center. Please plan to arrive on time
and to stay for the duration of the class.
NOTE: Space is Limited.
9 - 10 a.m. | International Diplomatch Program Gathering
Pre-registration is required. If you are interested in being a 鈥淒iplomatch鈥 to an
international student please fill out by September 20, 2024. The form offers a more detailed description of the program.
If you have any questions, please contact Sue Mennicke, associate dean for international
programs, susan.mennicke@fandm.edu.
Joseph International Center, 701 College Ave.
11:30 a.m. 鈥 1 p.m. | Campus Lunch
True Blue Weekend guests can enjoy lunch in the Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall for
$7.75 per person, payable at the door. .
Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall
Noon - 1 p.m. | Earth & Environment Department Lite Lunch
Registration is requested via this .
Lisa Bonchek Adams Auditorium
Noon - 4 p.m. | Phillips Museum of Art Exhibits
Stop by the Phillips Museum of Art to view the Fall exhibitions: Ingrained: Celebrating
Pennsylvania's Cultural Heritage; Ties that Bind: Exploring Relationships in Photography;
Personal Perspective: Landscapes and the Power of Place; Tempestry: The Spectrum of
Climate Change; Shape of Space: Abstractions by Anne Marchand. Group Museum Tours
will be offered, with the last tour beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Phillips Museum of Art, Steinman College Center
1 - 3 p.m. | Earth & Environment Departmental Open House
Come to the Department of Earth and Environment to visit your F&M home away from home.
Chat with faculty, staff, current students and alumni of the Department of Earth &
Environment/Geology. Check out current and past research activities, try out the new
chairs in HAC115 and tell us about your life post-F&M. You and your family and friends
are welcome! Registration is requested via this .
First Floor, Hackman
2 - 3 p.m. | Guided Campus Walking Tours
Join F&M Admission for a Campus Tour during True Blue Weekend. The tour will begin
and end at the Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center. Prospective students,
alumni and families are welcome. . Space is limited.
Tours will leave from the Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center.
3:15 p.m. | True Blue Weekend Admission Session
Join us for an overview of the college admissions process during True Blue Weekend!
This session is geared towards the children and grandchildren of F&M alumni, but is
open to all True Blue Weekend attendees.
Presentation Room, Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center.
3:30 p.m. | Hillel Round Challah Braiding
Join us in the kitchen as we prepare challah for True Blue Shabbat. *Please note:
the Klehr Center for Jewish Life recognizes that cooking on Rosh Hashanah does not
align with everyone's Jewish traditions, but in the spirit of community during this
special weekend, we invite those who wish to participate to join us in our kitchen.
Klehr Center for Jewish Life, 645 College Ave.
Stop by the Joseph International Center for coffee, tea, and light refreshments. All
are welcome. Also, if you're participating in the Diplomatch program and you can't
meet your match in the morning, this is an additional opportunity to gather. For Diplomatch
only, preregistration is required and . If you have questions, please contact Sue Mennicke, associate dean for international
programs, susan.mennicke@fandm.edu.
Joseph International Center, 701 College Ave.
4 and 5 p.m. | Shofar Blowing
Start Your True Blue on a High Holiday Note! Join us for Shofar Blowing and start
the weekend and the Jewish New Year on a sweet note, with the powerful sound of the
Shofar.
Hartman Green
5 - 6 p.m. | Class of '69 55th Reunion Reception
Enjoy an informal reception and an opportunity to reminisce with classmates. .
Hard Living Room, Patricia E. Harris Center for Business, Government and Public Policy
5:30 p.m. | Hillel Shabbat Services at the Klehr Center for Jewish Life
Celebrate the conclusion of Rosh Hashanah and the start of Shabbat during our Friday
evening service led by our Hillel Religious Chair, Joshua.
Klehr Center for Jewish Life, 645 College Ave
6 p.m. | Class of '69 Dinner
The Dining Hall has come a long way from 1969! Enjoy a wide array of foods designed
to appeal to everyone's taste, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and kosher
options. Reserved seating for the class will be available. Save room for dessert!
Pay at the door. .
Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall
6:30 p.m. | Hillel Shabbat Dinner at the Klehr Center for Jewish Life
Enjoy a joyful evening with candle lighting, student-baked challah, and dinner with
our vibrant Jewish F&Mily - Families and Alumni are welcome to experience a highlight
of the week. Dinner is free, and we encourage you to .
Klehr Center for Jewish Life, 645 College Ave
6:30 p.m. | F&M Chabad Shabbat Dinner
Eoin us for a special Shabbat dinner. Experience the warmth of community, delicious
food and the peaceful atmosphere that makes Shabbat at Chabad at F&M truly special.
Please register at .
Chabad Center, 1024 Harrisburg Ave
7:45 p.m. | Choral Concert
Music performed by The Franklin & 麻豆传媒色情片 Chorus and Chamber Singers.
Ann and Richard Barshinger Center for Musical Arts in Hensel Hall
9:30 p.m. | A Cappella Concert
A yearly favorite! The following student singing groups will perform: Kite & Keys,
Poor Richards, Sweet Ophelia and The Chessmen.
Tent, Williamson Field (Rain Location: Alumni Sports & Fitness Center)
Reunion Class Gatherings
6 p.m. | Class of 鈥89 Gathering at Vine Bar
237B N. Prince Street
8 p.m. | Class of 鈥84 Gathering at Iron Hill Brewery
781 Harrisburg Pike
8 p.m. | Class of 鈥09 Gathering at Decades
438 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA
Time TBD | Class of 鈥19 Gathering at Tellus 360
24 E King St, Lancaster, PA
Saturday, October 5
Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center
8:15 - 9:30 a.m. | Center for Career and Professional Development Breakfast Briefing
for Parents & F&Mily: Supporting Your Students' Career Preparation Milestones in Each
of Their Four Years
What can your student do and accomplish in each year to launch confidently and competently
into successful and meaningful trajectories after graduation? Join leadership from
the Center for Career and Professional Development for a discussion about the milestones
and areas for collaboration to support your students' career development and success
in each year of their undergraduate years. There is no charge to attend this breakfast
event, but you are kindly asked to .
Booth Ferris, 2nd Floor, Steinman College Center
8:30 a.m. | Coffee and pastries with Chi Phi
Dubbsheim, 603 Race Ave.
8:30 - 10:00 a.m. | African American Alumni Council Sydney N. Bridgett '51 Awards
Breakfast
Join members of the African American Alumni Council for a continental breakfast and ceremony honoring alumni of African descent for outstanding
achievement in a chosen profession or endeavor. This year, the following alumni will
receive the Sydney N. Bridgett 鈥51 Award: Augustus D. Pullen 鈥73, H. Art Taylor, Esq.
鈥80, Vance Marvin Campbell 鈥82, Darryl G. Smith, Esq. 鈥91, Shakya K. Cherry-Donaldson
鈥09, Danielle A. Sang 鈥18 and a posthumous award to George A. Franklin Jr. 鈥77. . Sponsored by the Alumni Association Board.
Catering Suite, Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall
9 鈥 11 a.m. | 12th Annual Kappa Delta Pinwheels and Pancakes
Everyone is welcome to attend the all-you-can-eat Kappa Delta sorority pancake breakfast!
Join us for the fun (and great pancakes). $3 for alumni, $5 for students and children,
$8 for parents and other adults. Proceeds go to the Lehman Center and Prevent Child
Abuse America.
Hartman Green. Rain location: Fair Trade Caf茅
9 a.m. | Chi Phi Chapter Eternal Ceremony 鈥 Brothers Only
Celebrating the life of Trey Bohn 鈥72, and other departed Brothers.
Dubbsheim, 603 Race Ave.
9 a.m. | F&M Chabad Shabbat Text Study鈥擳anya Class
Dive into Tanya's wisdom with our special class. Start your Shabbat morning with deep
insights and meaningful discussions. Please register at .
Chabad Center, 1024 Harrisburg Ave
9 - 10:30 a.m. | Squash Breakfast
Men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 squash teams will host breakfast for alumni and parents, with the
option to get on the court with the teams. Please sign up to attend by contacting
Director of Squash Gavin Jones at gjones@fandm.edu.
Squash Courts, Mayser Gymnasium
9 - 10:30 a.m. | Open Wrestling Practice
Please contact Coach Steve Borja (sborja@fandm.edu) if you plan to attend or would like to participate.
Mayser Gymnasium, Wrestling Room
9 - 10:30 a.m. | Geoscience Founders Annual Meeting
Join together with officers and members of the Geoscience Founders Society for the
annual meeting. Learn about activities of the past year, and meet and mingle with
alumni, faculty, staff and current students. Coffee and light refreshments will be
served. All are welcome. Registration is requested via .
119, Hackman Physical Sciences Laboratory
9:30 鈥 11 a.m. | 43rd Annual Nevonian Society Induction Ceremony Celebration
Join the celebration as we honor the 50th Reunion Class of 1974 and observe their induction into the Nevonian Society. Alan S. Glazer, Ph.D. 鈥69, Henry P. and Mary B. Stager Professor of Business, will
be receiving the Nevonian Medal, presented to an alumnus who has exhibited extraordinary
and sustained dedication to the College.There is no cost to attend. .
Alumni Sports & Fitness Center
9:30 - 11 a.m. | College House Bagel Breakfasts
Enjoy a traditional College House bagel breakfast. Meet the College House Deans and
Dons and mingle with students and alumni! . Sponsored by the Franklin & 麻豆传媒色情片 Alumni Association Board.
Bonchek, Brooks, Roschel, Ware and Weis College Houses
10 a.m. | F&M Chabad Shabbat Services
Join us for an inspiring Shabbat service. Join F&M students as we pray, discuss the
weekly portion and connect timeless Torah teachings with today鈥檚 world. Please register at .
Chabad Center, 1024 Harrisburg Ave.
10 a.m. | Chi Phi New Member Pinning Ceremony
Chi Phi invites new members with their family and guests for this special ceremony
to welcome them into the fraternity. Members, please wear a coat and tie.
Dubbsheim, 603 Race Ave.
10 - 11 a.m. | Guided Campus Walking Tours
Join F&M Admission for a Campus Tour during True Blue Weekend. The tour will begin
and end at the Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center. Prospective students,
alumni and families are welcome. . Space is limited.
Tours will leave from the Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Phillips Museum of Art Exhibits
Stop by the Phillips Museum of Art to view the Fall exhibitions: Ingrained: Celebrating
Pennsylvania's Cultural Heritage; Ties that Bind: Exploring Relationships in Photography;
Personal Perspective: Landscapes and the Power of Place; Tempestry: The Spectrum of
Climate Change; Shape of Space: Abstractions by Anne Marchand.
Phillips Museum of Art, Steinman College Center
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | Annual meeting for the Alpha Theta Alumni Association of the
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
112, Stager Hall
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Celebrating 20 Years of IMPACT: Networking & History
A reunion of IMPACT alumni from the past 20 years! This event will bring together
current and former IMPACT members and their families to acknowledge the history and
legacy of F&M鈥檚 student organization, founded in 2004. .
Stahr Auditorium
11 a.m. | Chi Phi Meeting 鈥 Brothers Only
Dubbsheim, 603 Race Ave.
11 a.m. 鈥 1 p.m. | Wrestling Kick鈥揙ff Meeting
Open to all F&M wrestling alumni, families and friends. To RSVP, please contact Coach
Borja at sborga@fandm.edu
142 Bonchek Lecture Hall, Barshinger Life Sciences & Philosophy Building
Noon | Diplomat Athletics: Field Hockey v. Bryn Mawr Owls
Tylus Field
Noon | F&M Chabad Shabbat Lunch
Join us for a delicious and relaxed Shabbat lunch. This is a perfect opportunity to connect
with fellow students, enjoy great food and continue the spirit of community in a warm
and welcoming atmosphere. Come share in the tradition and make new friends over a
meal. Please register at .
Chabad Center, 1024 Harrisburg Ave
Noon 鈥 2 p.m. | True Blue Weekend Tailgate and Class Photos
Join alumni, families, students and community members at the True Blue Weekend Tailgate!
All are welcome. This community celebration features food, entertainment and fun.
Music from Lucille and The Wolf! to enjoy food and beverages. Students must register at the Tailgate with a meal swipe
or $5 cash or card.
Williamson Field (Rain location: Alumni Sports & Fitness Center)
Celebrate your milestone! Join your class for a group picture, one of the great keepsakes
of the weekend. Please gather with your class 10 minutes prior to scheduled photo time.
Williamson Field
1 p.m. | Diplomat Athletics: Football v. Dickinson Red Devils
Shadek Stadium
1 - 2 p.m. | F&M Swim Gathering
Join the F&M Swimming team, fellow alumni and families at the pool for a gathering.
Food and beverages will be provided.
McGinness Pool, Alumni Sports & Fitness Center
1 - 3:30 p.m. | Open House for Phi Kappa Sigma Alumni and Families
Chapter House, 415 W. James St.
2 - 4 p.m. | Row and Reception
The Men's and Women's Rowing teams invite F&M alumni, families and friends of the
program for an afternoon with food and drinks, as well as an opportunity for rowing
alumni to get in a boat or two and row. Happening rain or shine, just 25 minutes away
from F&M Campus! Note for parking: Please enter at the Lake Clarke Marina entrance on the left and look for the hanging
sign.
Boathouse Waterfront, 515 Boathouse Rd, Wrightsville, PA
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | 80鈥檚 Trivia
Come and test your recall of the 1980鈥檚 in a trivia game sponsored by the Class of
1989. No registration required.
110 Lounge, Barshinger Life Sciences and Philosophy Building
3 p.m. | Diplomat Athletics: Men鈥檚 Soccer v. McDaniel Green Terror
Tylus Field
3 鈥 4:30 p.m. | Celebrate 20 Years of the Writers House
Philadelphia Alumni Writers House
3 - 5 p.m. | Delta Sigma Phi and Alpha Phi Alumni Gathering
The Delta Sigma Phi Alumni Association & Alpha Phi Alumni invite you to our 4th annual
Alumni Mixer! Find some letters if you still have (and fit into them) and reminisce
over snacks and beverages.
102, Patricia E. Harris Center for Business, Government and Public Policy
3 - 6 p.m. | Phi Sigma Kappa Open House
Join fellow brothers for an open house where the fraternity was located 鈥渂ack in the
day.鈥 Current residents, the Winterstein family, open their home for brothers and
guests. Brothers Bill Curtis 鈥61 and Joe Ellenberger 鈥71 will be at the house to greet
you.
437 W. James St., Lancaster
3:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Phi Kappa Sigma Annual Board Meeting
Chapter House, 415 W. James St.
4 p.m. | F&M Catastrophic Relief Alliance Reception
We are excited to invite all current and former Catastrophic Relief Alliance (CRA)
members to a special reception on Saturday, October 5th, at 4 PM. Join us for delicious
appetizers and an opportunity to reconnect with fellow CRA members. Don't miss this
chance to celebrate our collective efforts and achievements in disaster relief and
community support. Whether you're a current member or an alum, we look forward to
sharing stories, building new connections, and planning for the future. Please RSVP by emailing Jen Nell at jennifer.nell@fandm.edu. We can't wait to see you there!
Harwood Commons
4:30 p.m. | Chi Phi Reception
Chi Phi invites active members, alumni and new members and their families for a reception
to honor the Class of 2024.
Dubbsheim, 603 Race Ave.
5 鈥 7:30 p.m. | Tribute Celebration 鈥 by invitation
Alumni Sports & Fitness Center
6 p.m. | Diplomat Athletics: Women鈥檚 Soccer v. McDaniel Green Terror
Tylus Field
6 p.m. | Celebrating 20 Years of IMPACT: Dinner & Celebration
A F&Mily celebration of IMPACT! This evening affair will be filled with food, wine,
and great music as we celebrate 20 years of IMPACT at F&M and look forward to the
next 20 years! .
Catering Suite, Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall
7 - 8 p.m. | Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reception
Celebrate this year鈥檚 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and take part in the proud tradition
of F&M Athletics! The following individuals will be honored as the 42nd class of inductees: Robert B. Falk, Jr., M.D., 鈥67, squash, Contributor; James William
Teagle III, 鈥74, baseball; Benjamin C. Beaver 鈥14, men's soccer; Sheena Crawley 鈥13,
cross country, track & field; Emily L. Green Hayden 鈥02, women's volleyball and Georgio
R. Milligan 鈥12, men's basketball. In addition, the following two athletic teams will
be inducted: 1964-65 Men鈥檚 Swim Team and 1989 -90 Women's Squash Team. A light reception will precede the induction ceremony. There is no cost to attend.
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Alumni Sports & Fitness Center
7 鈥 9 p.m. | Class of 1974 50th Reunion Dinner
Join fellow classmates and guests for a dinner in celebration of the Class of 1974鈥檚 50th reunion. .
Samuel N. and Dena M. Lombardo Welcome Center
8 p.m. | Spectrum Concert
Join us for a performance featuring all of F&M's instrumental music ensembles: Orchestra,
Philharmonia, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble and Western African Drumming
Ensemble.
Ann and Richard Barshinger Center for Musical Arts in Hensel Hall
Reunion Class Gatherings
12 p.m. | Class of 鈥94 Gathering during True Blue Weekend Tailgate
Reunion Tent
7 p.m. | Class of 鈥04 Gathering at Iron Hill Brewery
781 Harrisburg Pike
Sunday, October 6
True Blue Weekend guests can enjoy breakfast in the Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall
for $7.75 per person, payable at the door. .
Benjamin Franklin Dining Hall
10 鈥 11:30 a.m. | Hillel: Bagels Before You Go Brunch
Enjoy a relaxing and delicious brunch with the F&Mily. . Current F&M students are no charge.
Klehr Center for Jewish Life, 645 College Ave
12 - 1:30 p.m. | Brunch with First-Gen Dips
Join fellow first-generation students and alumni for brunch in the Weis Great Room.
We look forward to seeing you!
Weis College House Great Room
Noon - 4 p.m. | Phillips Museum of Art Exhibits
Stop by the Phillips Museum of Art to view the Fall exhibitions: Ingrained: Celebrating
Pennsylvania's Cultural Heritage; Ties that Bind: Exploring Relationships in Photography;
Personal Perspective: Landscapes and the Power of Place; Tempestry: The Spectrum of
Climate Change; Shape of Space: Abstractions by Anne Marchand.
Phillips Museum of Art, Steinman College Center
Schedule is subject to change and will have additions. Programs and activities will be added on a weekly basis.