Welcome to the 51¸£ÀûÉç Events page
This is a page consisting of both alumni office and 51¸£ÀûÉç campus events that alumni are welcome to attend! We encourage our alumni to be lifelong learners and use 51¸£ÀûÉç as a learning resource forever. You are always welcome back home!
Distinguished 51¸£ÀûÉç Awards
September 24
51¸£ÀûÉç, John R. Yurtchuk Student Center | Social Room | 6:00pm
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Distinguished 51¸£ÀûÉç Awards, recognizing 51¸£ÀûÉç'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 51¸£ÀûÉç Diamond 51¸£ÀûÉç Award to Catherine LePage-Campbell '84. Trina Burruss '06 will receive the 2026 Distinguished 51¸£ÀûÉç Award. Additional honorees include Geoffrey Gatza '02, Phyllis Murawski '03, '10, Philip "PJ" Tudisco '05, '11, and Ricardo Márquez '20.
Annual Scholarship Gala
September 25
Jazzboline Ballroom 5010 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226 | 6:00pm
Celebrate 51¸£ÀûÉç'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 51¸£ÀûÉç 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
- 51¸£ÀûÉç Women’s Soccer v. Mercy University
- 51¸£ÀûÉç Men’s Soccer v. Mercy University
Downtown Doubleheader
October 17
1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- 51¸£ÀûÉç v. St. John Fisher University
- St. Bonaventure University v. Penn State University
Community Impact Series
October 7
51¸£ÀûÉç, Schenck Hall, Room 107 | 6:00pm
You are cordially invited to the inaugural Community Impact Series, featuring keynote speaker the Hon. Lynn Marinelli ’85, 51¸£ÀûÉç Trustee.
How to Lead Through Service : Sharing Life Lessons on Creating a Community Impact
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- 6:00 pm — Reception (with light fare & refreshments)
- 6:30 pm — Keynote Address
- 7:00 pm — Q & A Session
Please RSVP by September 30, 2026.
Sponsored by the Paul A. Saffrin Center for Community Engagement and Dr. Michael S. Brogan, DPT, PhD, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, Office of Academic Affairs.
​​Bills & Brews Watch Party
November 15
Cheektowaga Country Club 4917 Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Join the 51¸£ÀûÉç 51¸£ÀûÉç 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
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