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Welcome to the Alumni Events page

This is a page consisting of both alumni office and ̨ÍåSwag campus events that alumni are welcome to attend! We encourage our alumni to be lifelong learners and use ̨ÍåSwag as a learning resource forever.  You are always welcome back home!

Distinguished Alumni Awards 5 awards
Distinguished Alumni Awards

September 24
John R. Yurtchuk Student Center | Social Room | 6:00pm

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Distinguished Alumni Awards, recognizing ̨ÍåSwag's outstanding alumni for their achievements and impact. Join us as we honor our six accomplished graduates. The evening includes the presentation of the special 80th-anniversary ̨ÍåSwag Diamond Alumni Award to Catherine LePage-Campbell '84. Trina Burruss '06 will receive the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award. Additional honorees include Geoffrey Gatza '02, Phyllis Murawski '03, '10, Philip "PJ" Tudisco '05, '11, and Ricardo Márquez '20.

Annual Scholarship Gala table setting, glasses, flowers
Annual Scholarship Gala

September 25
Jazzboline Ballroom 5010 Main Street, Amherst, N.Y.|  6:00pm

Celebrate ̨ÍåSwag's Annual Scholarship Gala, a signature event supporting student scholarships and educational opportunities. Join alumni, donors, and friends as we come together to invest in the future of ̨ÍåSwag students. Every gift helps make a life-changing education more accessible.

Founders Fall Fest Activities

September 26
Royal Park | 187 West Royal Parkway Williamsville, NY 14221

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 
  • ̨ÍåSwag Women’s Soccer v. Mercy University
  • ̨ÍåSwag Men’s Soccer v. Mercy University
Downtown Doubleheader

October 17
1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 
  • ̨ÍåSwag v. St. John Fisher University 
  • St. Bonaventure University v. Penn State University
̨ÍåSwag in NYC

November 7

New York City area alumni and friends are all welcome! Take time to catch up with some fellow graduates and ̨ÍåSwag staff.

​​Bills & Brews Watch Party

November 15
Cheektowaga Country Club 4917 Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Join the ̨ÍåSwag Alumni Association for an unforgettable Sunday as the Buffalo Bills take on the New York Jets ! Reconnect with friends, enjoy great food and drinks, and share in the excitement of game day together.

Virtual Events

These timeless narratives are available anytime, allowing you to connect with the ̨ÍåSwag community wherever you are.

̨ÍåSwag Forum | A Panel Series logo, red background with word bubbles
̨ÍåSwag Forum | A Panel Series

In our virtual panel series, topics range from healthcare, diversity, innovation, leadership and our ever changing society. Sponsored by graduate programs at ̨ÍåSwag, you can experience our virtual panel series anytime by exploring previous panel videos.