Wagner Weekend Schedule of Events
Friday, September 22 - Saturday, September 23, 2023
Wagner Weekend (Homecoming & Reunion) is back this September 22-23, 2023! This is an amazing opportunity for the Wagner community to come together and celebrate the past, present, and future of our great institution. Wagner Weekend gives all Seahawks the chance to relive old memories and create new ones.
The weekend’s festivities will feature both Homecoming and Reunion activities to enjoy with your friends and family. This year's weekend kicks off on Friday with a 50th Reunion Golden Seahawks Luncheon, followed in the evening by student and family activities, and the Grand Celebration for alumni! During the Grand Celebration, we will honor our anniversary class years, the 2023 alumni award recipients, and celebrate with dinner and dancing! Saturday’s festivities include a Memorial Service featuring the alumni and student choir, an affinity group gathering, and the Hall of Fame Induction. Then, join us on the Oval for food, fun, and entertainment. We will enjoy fare from some of Staten Island's favorite restaurants and alumni-owned businesses. Celebrate with music, interactive games, and our Float Parade.
*Please note, events are subject to change.
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50th Reunion Golden Seahawks Luncheon ❖
Faculty Dining Room, Union
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Golden Seahawks and friends welcome graduates of the class of 1973 into their ranks! All Golden Seahawks (members of any graduating class prior to 1973), family, and friends are invited to attend this fun-filled celebration. You will also get the chance to meet our Wagner College President Angelo Araimo. Lunch, wine, and beer will be available for all attendees. Check-in is in the Faculty Dining Room, Union.
Grand Celebration, featuring the Alumni Awards ❖
Main Dining Hall, Union
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us to celebrate your reunion, our 2023 Alumni Association Award winners, and your alma mater! Guests will enjoy a delectable dinner with drinks followed by a short program hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors honoring and recognizing the service and achievements of our impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners. All guests are expected to remain seated during this program. Immediately following the program, we will continue with our reception. Cocktail attire is suggested for all guests. Please note, no shorts or flip flops permitted. Check in is in the back of the Union.
*Important Note: This event is for alumni and their guests only and will be closed to all Wagner students. All participants, regardless of age, MUST register to attend.
Alumni Choir Rehearsal*
Pape House Rear Lawn (Rain Location: Manzulli Boardroom)
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Warm up those vocal cords with fellow members of the Alumni Choir — just like the old days! Select members of our student choir will also join to meet and mingle with alumni. Light breakfast will be available in the lobby of Pape House with rehearsal to follow behind Pape House before the Memorial Service. Check-in is in the Pape House Lobby.
Memorial Service with the Alumni and Student Choir*
Pape House Rear Lawn (Rain Location: Manzulli Boardroom)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Remember and honor the contributions of alumni and friends of the College whom we have recently lost. Special performance by select members of the Wagner College Alumni Choir and Student Choir. Check-in is at the Pape House Rear Lawn.
Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony*
Spiro Sports Center Hall of Fame Room
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Honoring the 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees
Registration is not required. Check-in is in the Spiro Sports Center Hall of Fame Room.
Wagner Weekend on the Oval ❖
Sutter Oval (Rain or Shine)
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
This is the can't-miss event of the weekend! Join us on the Oval for our biggest Wagner Weekend celebration yet. We will have a variety of food and soft drink options from local Staten Island restaurants and alumni-owned businesses, along with a beer and wine tent. Attendees can vote on the best banner presented by student organizations, which will be displayed on our Wagner Weekend float. The float is a tradition that dates back 50 years ago at Wagner. Entertainment and fun for all ages will include a rock-climbing wall, variety performers, games, and more! You won't want to miss this jam-packed kick-start to the big game! Before the game, enjoy a mini-parade and cheer on our football team and the Wagner Weekend Royalty on our float.
Please note, food and drinks will be available for purchase by ticket (Wagner bucks) only. One ticket is a $1 value.
Wagner Weekend Football Game ❖
Hameline Field
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bring your Seahawk pride over to Hameline Stadium and cheer on the Wagner College Seahawks as they take on the Merrimack College Warriors. Enjoy performances by the Wagner Seahawk Marching Band and the half-time Wagner Weekend Royalty coronation.
*Students do not need to register for the football game.