Alumni Reunion Weekend | Saturday Events

All alumni are invited to join us for Alumni Reunion Weekend. Special recognition will be given to classes ending in 6s and 1s in honor of their milestone reunions this year.

Saturday Schedule:

Reunion Registration and Hospitality Lounge | Dion Center, Lobby, 10 a.m.−4 p.m.
Check in when you arrive on campus and meet up with your classmates in a relaxing environment throughout the day.

Rivier Right Now: University Update | Dion Center, Board Room, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join Sister Paula Marie Buley, IHM, President, for an engaging conversation about the University today and its vision for the future. She will be joined by Hank Parkinson, Vice President for Student Experience, and Joe Brady, Director of Athletics. Together, they’ll share insights into the student experience and how it’s shaping the next generation of Raiders.

Field Hockey vs. Lasell University | Joanne Merrill Field, 11 a.m.
Cheer on the Raiders as they take on the Lasell University Lasers.

Choose from two lunch options:
Fall Fest Tailgate | Sylvia Trottier Hall Parking Lot, 11:30-1:30 p.m.
Alumni are invited to join students and families for food trucks, music, carnival games, and family-friendly activities. Be sure to visit the alumni tent for giveaways!

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Alumni Luncheon | Dion Dining Center, Noon-1:30 p.m.
This signature luncheon event is open to all alumni with special recognition for reunion classes. The Class of 1976 will be inducted into the Golden Society, and we will present the 2026 Sister Madeleine of Jesus award, the highest honor presented by the Alumni Association.

Campus Tours | Departing from Dion Center, 2 and 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a walking tour of campus led by a student tour guide. Check out the newest developments on campus including four new Rivier Village residence halls, renovations to Benoit Hall and Sylvia Trottier Hall, the Science and Innovation Center, the Nursing Simulation and Clinical Education Center, new campus store and eatery, and more!

Ice Cream Social | Hayward’s Ice Cream, 2-4 p.m.
Stop by Hayward’s for a complimentary ice cream cone with friends.

Sign Making and Wine Event | Dion Center, Reception Room, 2-3:30 p.m.
Create a decorative wooden sign, drink a little wine, and have some fun! Participants will create a 3D fall-themed decoration to take home.

Men’s Soccer vs. Emmanuel College | Joanne Merrill Field, 2 p.m.
Cheer on the Raiders as they take on the Emmanuel College Saints.

Campus Tour | Departing from Dion Center, 4:30 p.m.

Rivier Village Open House | Rivier Village, 4-5 p.m.
Visit our newest apartment-style residence halls. Tour a fully-furnished apartment suite and explore the new Perreault Commons, an inviting, outdoor green space named in honor of former President Sister Jeanne Perreault, pm.

President’s Cocktail Reception | Science Center, Atrium, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Join Rivier’s President, Sister Paula Marie Buley, IHM and fellow alumni for conversation, hors d’hoeuvres, and open bar (beer/wine).

Alumni Dinner | Dion Center, Reception Room, 7-8 p.m.
All class years are invited to come together for the alumni dinner featuring carving stations.

All Class After Party and Game Show | Dion Dining Center, 8-10 p.m.
End your day with this lively evening event! Grab your friends and join the fun—compete or cheer on teams in Survey Says, inspired by the classic TV game show. Enjoy bar snacks and sip on specialty drinks.