Events

All events are open to Family Weekend participants (family of current students); only Saturday events are open to University Day participants. Some events require registration (noted with an *).

South Orange and Maplewood Art Gallery Tour*
6 - 8 p.m.
Park your car and hop on the Art Bus for a free tour of the Pierro Gallery of South Orange, the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center, Tony Smith’s TAU sculpture and the Patricia A. Bell Collection at SOPAC. The art bus will leave and return from Seton Hall Campus.

The Seton Hall University Gospel Choir Concert*
Jubilee Hall Auditorium
8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Come listen to the Gospel Choir offer ministry in song. Enjoy light refreshments following the concert.

Saturday, October 3

University Day Kick-off
Main Stage, University Green
11:30 a.m.
Join Monsignor Robert Sheeran, President of Seton Hall University, as he kicks-off the day’s festivities. Get in the Seton Hall Spirit as the SHU cheerleaders and pep band showcase their crowd-pleasing performances. Be sure to wear your Seton Hall blue gear to campus to win prizes for most spirited Pirate.

Main Event: FreeCycle’s BMX Big Air Show
McNulty Lane, University Green
Co-Sponsored by Madison Bike Shop
2 - 3 p.m.
Get ready for an action-packed, extreme bike show that the whole family will enjoy! The FreeCycle Action Sports Team consists of trained professionals who have competed in national events such as The X-Games and Vans Triple Crown.

ARTS AND CULTURAL
WSOU’s Street Patrol Live on the Green
Main Stage, University Green
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Enjoy live music from top local bands Super Satellite, The One and Nines, The Jetsetters, Scarecrow Collection and performances by student organizations. Hosted by SHU’s award-winning radio station, WSOU.

“Windows to Heaven” Art Exhibition
Walsh Library Gallery
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Icons have a special place in Byzantine faith that supersede other forms of religious art. This exhibit will showcase these icons and the special, unique and integral role they play in Byzantine faith. Stop by the gallery and enjoy light refreshments.

FOOD, GAMES AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES
University Day Buffet*
Galleon Room, University Center
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet in our renovated campus dining facility at $10/adult and $7.50/under 12. Register or pay at the door.

Pirate Land
University Green and Galleon Lawn
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Ahoy matey! Take part in a pirate’s adventure with arts and crafts, inflatable rides, games, pumpkin painting, kite making, tattoo artists, pirate pictures, caricature drawings, plus many more exciting activities for all ages.

Pirate Alley and Community Row
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Stop by the various student and community organization tables and learn more about what’s happening at the University and in the South Orange community.
 
Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast
Theatre-in-the-Round, University Center
1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Bring your kids to Theatre-in-the-Round’s student production of the popular children’s classic. First come, first served.

University Day Mass
Chapel of the Immaculate Conception
5 p.m.
Monsignor Robert Sheeran will celebrate his last University Day Mass as President in the newly restored Chapel of the Immaculate Conception.

Shop Downtown South Orange
Shop till you drop! Take advantage of South Orange stores’ extended hours for University Day.

ALUMNI
My Time…The Seton Hall Traditions Project Sponsored by the Student Alumni Association
Alumni Tent, University Green
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
My Time has been established to formally record the traditions and rituals of alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents and friends. Stop by the Alumni tent and share your Seton Hall story and learn more about exciting Alumni events and programs.

Alumni Benefits and Services
Alumni Tent, University Green
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Curious about the benefits of being an SHU Alumnus, and about upcoming Alumni events? Join our mailing list, speak with an alumni representative and have all your questions answered.

Alumni Survey Project
Alumni Tent, University Green
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
We want to hear from you! Let us know how we’re doing by completing the new Alumni Survey.

ATHLETICS
25th Annual Farinella 5K Run*
Farinella Gate Starting Line
9 a.m.
Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Get a runner’s view of campus by participating in the 25th Farinella 5K Run. Register or call 973-761-9722 by Friday, September 25.

Kids Baseball Clinic
Owen T. Carroll Field
Noon - 1 p.m.
Children ages 5-11 years old are invited to join this baseball clinic where you’ll learn to run the bases like a pro or test your arm to see how fast you throw. All you need to bring is your glove.

Scrimmage
Owen T. Carroll Field
1:30 - 3 p.m.
Get a sneak peak at the 2009-10 Seton Hall University Baseball Team as they host an inter-squad scrimmage.

“Band of Pirates” Documentary
Lerner Amphitheatre, Science and Technology Center
3 - 4 p.m.
This 60-minute documentary is the story of Seton Hall’s magical ride to the NCAA National Championship game. Includes footage of the 1988-89 Seton Hall Pirates, as well as exclusive interviews.

Old Timers Baseball Game
Owen T. Carroll Field
3:30 - 5 p.m.
Watch your favorite former Pirates as they take to the field in this year’s Old Timers Game!

Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
Waterlands Field, Downtown South Orange
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Watch the newly formed Seton Hall Ultimate Frisbee Club face off against the Columbia High School Club team! Witness the first exhibition game in history between the two in downtown South Orange. Columbia High School is renowned in the Frisbee world as a factory for great players, but also as the birthplace of the sport itself.

CAMPUS TOURS
To sign up for the free tours, register online or stop by the information table at University Day. All tours will meet in front of the University Center.

Campus Admissions Tours*
1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Take advantage of the student-led walking tours of campus and see all that SHU has to offer!

Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Tours with Monsignor Robert Wister*
1 - 1:30 p.m.
Tour of the newly restored Chapel of the Immaculate Conception with Monsignor Robert Wister ’65/M.Div. ’68 Hist.Eccl.D, Associate Professor. Learn more about the Civil War-era building’s extensive, two-year restoration to preserve its historic features.

Tour of WSOU, Seton Hall’s award-winning radio station*
12:30 - 1 p.m.
Check out the behind-the-scenes of Seton Hall’s premier award winning radio station.

SPECIALTY WORKSHOPS
Taste of Tai-Chi with Dr. Lee Cabell, Associate Professor*
Science and Technology Lawn
Noon - 1 p.m.
Tai Chi is a unique, traditional Chinese exercise suitable for everyone. Tai Chi teaches us to learn about body awareness and balance. It is practiced at a slow pace to improve balance, enhance breathing efficiency and promote flexibility. Join Dr. Cabell of the School of Health and Medical Sciences as he teaches 12-posture “Taste of Tai Chi,” an introductory, level 1 form, developed by Master Bow Sim Mark.

Pirate History 101: Discovering Your Seton Hall Alumni Ancestors and Recounting Your School Day Stories*
3 - 4 p.m.
Want to find out more about relatives who attended Seton Hall? Do you have memories of Seton Hall you would like to share? This interactive workshop will explore ways you can research your ancestors using materials found in the University Archives. You also have the opportunity to leave behind your own legacy by participating in the “My Time Project.”

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Blood Drive
Main Lounge, University Center
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
NJ Blood Services will be on-site throughout the day for blood donation. Sign up for a donation in advance by calling 1-800-933-Blood, or registering online.

Can Castle Competition
Jubilee Hall Steps, University Green
12:15 - 1 p.m.
Bring a canned good with you to University Day and join us for the inaugural South Orange versus Seton Hall University Can Castle Competition. Both communities will be collecting canned goods for a friendly and philanthropic competition to build the most unique can castle structure. All donations will benefit the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. To register or for additional information, contact the Office of Community Relations.

Sunday, October 4

Family Weekend Hike*
South Mountain Reservation
9 - 11 a.m.
Enjoy a moderate hike through South Mountain Reservation with East Coast Outdoors professional guides. $6/person. Space is limited.

Mass
Chapel of the Immaculate Conception
10 a.m.

Jazz Brunch*
Main Lounge, University Center
11:30 a.m.
Join Monsignor Robert Sheeran for a delicious brunch with your student before the trip home. Entertainment provided by the Jeffrey Stein Jazz Trio. $9/person. Casual attire.

All events are FREE unless specified. Activities maps are available at the Farinella and Ward guard booths.
Meal tickets will be available for pick-up at the Family Weekend Information Tent in front of the University Center on Saturday, October 3, starting at 11:30 a.m.
For questions, call 973-378-2600 or email universityevents@shu.edu. In the event of heavy rain or severe weather, outdoor events will move to the Richie Regan Recreation and Athletic Center and University Center.