On Friday, September 6, join us for First Fairfield Friday!
This event kicks off the annual Fairfield Friday tradition. Celebrate the start of the year through a series of events including a community barbecue, student activities fair, athletic games, the Mass of the Holy Spirit, and more! This Friday — and every Friday — show your Stag spirit by wearing red or your favorite Fairfield gear!
Faculty & Staff Welcome Back Coffee
Time: 8:30 – 10 a.m.
Location: New Dolan School Event Hall
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All faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
Fredrickson Family Innovation Research Lab Dedication
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: DiMenna-Nyselius Library Lobby
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Join us for the dedication of the College of Arts and Sciences' new Fredrickson Family Innovation Lab in honor of Fairfield University alumni and donors Scott and Susan Fredrickson ’82.
Open House Tours
Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
2 – 4 p.m.
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10 a.m. – Noon
Social Media Vending Machine
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Barone Campus Center, Tully Information Desk
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Come experience our #StagsUp social media vending machine powered by Instagram and Twitter posts. Share your fall welcome experiences and win gift boxes filled with Fairfield swag and gift certificates from local businesses.
President’s Opening Address
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Barone Campus Center, Dogwood Room
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All faculty and staff are invited to attend.
Faculty Engagement Forum and Showcase
Time: 1:15 – 3 p.m.
Location: Barone Campus Center, Oak Room
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Faculty can explore the various ways to engage further in the academic community at Fairfield. Learn about academic programming, new initiatives and how to get involved!
Mass of the Holy Spirit
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Egan Chapel of St. Ignatius Loyola
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The University community is invited to the Mass of the Holy Spirit. This Mass traditionally marks the beginning of the academic year in Catholic universities around the world — a time to celebrate and join spiritually with millions in colleges and universities worldwide.
Field Hockey vs. UVM
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: University Field
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Cheer on the Stags as they take on Vermont in their 2019 home opener at University Field!
Student Activities Fair
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: Stag Statue and Traffic Circle (Rain Location: RecPlex Field House)
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Learn more about and join one or more of ¶¶Òô»ÆƬapp’s clubs and organizations. More than 100 student clubs and organizations will be participating in the fair!
Nadeen Manuel Comedy Hypnosis Show
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Barone Campus Center, Oak Room
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For almost two decades, award-winning hypnotist Nadeen Manuel has studied the art and science of hypnosis and body language. Her seminars combine humor, storytelling, fun demonstrations, and live transformations.
Fairfield Flicks: Rocketman
Time: 10 p.m.
Location: Gonzaga Auditorium
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Join us for a late-night screening of Rocketman.
