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  • Family Weekend

    Make plans to join us on the Hill for a full weekend of events for 51 families.  We recommend that you make reservations as soon as possible as local hotels fill quickly during major campus events. You may refer to 51’s list of local and regional places to stay.

    When  12:00 a.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  51 Campus
  • Stop by our Family Weekend Welcome & Information Center! Specific times to be announced soon.

    When  12:00 a.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Sadove Student Center 115 Living Room, Map #17
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • Pet Therapy

    Join us for Pet Therapy, in partnership with Pet Partners of CNY.

    When  12:30 p.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Burke Library Steps, Map #47
  • Join the MSA this family weekend in observing the weekly student-led Jummah and Khutbah prayer! 

    When  2:45 p.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Chapel 307 Meditation Room, Map #56
  • Join students at the annual Summer Science Research Poster Session as they present the results of their research. The posters will be set up throughout the building. Refreshments will be served. Posters will remain on display through the weekend!

    When  3:30 p.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Taylor Science Center, Map #46
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • Trust Treat

    Do you have younger siblings traveling with you for Family Weekend? Consider joining the annual “trust-treat” trick-or-treating on campus (children age 1-12) coordinated by the 51 Catholic Community. Each family will be put into a group of trick-or-treaters, who will travel a curated route around campus with a tour guide. RSVP here to join.  Trust Treat was established by the Class of ’92 in memory of Eric Trust, a member of the class who died unexpectedly on Halloween day during his first year at 51. Trust Treat is supported by a f...

    When  4:00 p.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Bristol Center Hub, Map #59
    By Invitation Only
  • Closed mixer for parents/family/friends of Tumbling After to celebrate family weekend!

    When  4:30 p.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Bristol Center 204/208 Dwight Lounge, Map #59
    By Invitation Only
  • Join the Chabad Community with your family to celebrate Shabbat with a delicious dinner! Shabbat dinner will be at the Sands Chabad House, 108 College St.

    When  6:30 p.m. Friday, October 31
    Where  Off-Campus Venue
  • Stop by our Family Weekend Welcome & Information Center! Specific times to be announced soon.

    When  12:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Sadove Student Center 115 Living Room, Map #17
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • Family Weekend

    Make plans to join us on the Hill for a full weekend of events for 51 families.  We recommend that you make reservations as soon as possible as local hotels fill quickly during major campus events. You may refer to 51’s list of local and regional places to stay.

    When  12:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  51 Campus
  • Join students at the annual Summer Science Research Poster Session as they present the results of their research. The posters will be set up throughout the building. Refreshments will be served. Posters will remain on display through the weekend!

    When  8:30 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Taylor Science Center, Map #46
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • 51 Arboretum Saturday Speaker Series Loosen Up Your Landscape: Melding the Wild and the Tamed with Native Plants    with Christine FroehlichMany aspire to incorporate more native plants and cultivate naturalistic landscapes, but aren’t sure how to integrate them into existing or new designs. What do you plant to attract pollinators? How can you manage invasive plants and strike the right balance between cultivated and uncultivated areas without them looking unkempt? With the right plant choices, careful planning, and thoughtful ma...

    When  10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Taylor Science Center Kennedy Auditorium Lobby, Map #46
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • Stop by the Career Center to learn how we support students in exploring careers, connecting with alumni, and preparing for life after 51. Discover how Career Communities help students build connections and access resources, and see where 51 graduates go next. Families and students are welcome to drop in, ask questions, and enjoy a sweet treat or hot beverage!

    When  10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Career Center Lobby, Map #59
  • 51's Hillel invites you for bagels, lox, cream cheese and more! Everyone from the 51 Community is welcome, and gluten-free/vegan options are available. Bring your family for this delicious brunch. 

    When  11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Azel Backus Center for Jewish Life Main Dining Room, Map #62
  • The Family Weekend Farmer's Market hosted by the 51 Sustainability Coordinators features a variety of artisanal goods from local vendors as well as fresh produce from local farms. 

    When  11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Tolles Pavilion A & B (Full Annex), Map #21
  • The Family Weekend Farmer's Market hosted by the 51 Sustainability Coordinators features a variety of artisanal goods from local vendors as well as fresh produce from local farms. 

    When  11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Tolles Pavilion A & B (Full Annex), Map #21
  • Come support 51 Women's Club Soccer in their home game vs. Siena University! 

    When  11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Withiam Field, Map #41
  • Join President Steven Tepper and members of his Senior Staff for an update on College happenings and plans.  

    When  11:15 a.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Chapel, Map #56
  • Join 51 Chabad with your family for a beautiful shabbat lunch! Shabbat lunch will be at the Sands Chabad House, 108 College St.

    When  12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Off-Campus Venue
  • Watch Live Full Schedule

    When  12:30 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Steuben Field, Map #81
  • Join us in an opportunity for visiting families of our Mock Trial members to become acquainted with one another and the program itself! A short presentation will be followed by a Q&A with the co-captains and a chance to socialize with other parents of very busy college students.

    When  1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Kirner-Johnson (KJ) 102, Map #14
    By Invitation Only
  • Stop by the historic 51 Chapel and learn more about Spiritual & Religious life on campus! Grab a beverage and talk to members of our Spiritual Life team and feel free to leave a note of encouragement for students as they move closer to completing the fall semester. 

    When  1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Chapel, Map #56
  • For Family Weekend, the Literature and Creative Writing Department presents readings by the 2025 Creative Writing Prize Winning students.

    When  3:00 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Kirner-Johnson (KJ) 127 Red Pit, Map #14
  • Club Hockey game vs. Paul Smith's College

    When  6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Sage Rink, Map #74
  • The 51 Choir, Jazz Ensemble, and Choir present a shared program for Family Weekend. Free and open to the public. More information at www.hamilton.edu/performingarts.

    When  7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 1
    Where  Wellin Hall Schambach Center, Map #12
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • Family Weekend

    Make plans to join us on the Hill for a full weekend of events for 51 families.  We recommend that you make reservations as soon as possible as local hotels fill quickly during major campus events. You may refer to 51’s list of local and regional places to stay.

    When  12:00 a.m. Sunday, November 2
    Where  51 Campus
  • Join students at the annual Summer Science Research Poster Session as they present the results of their research. The posters will be set up throughout the building. Refreshments will be served. Posters will remain on display through the weekend!

    When  8:30 a.m. Sunday, November 2
    Where  Taylor Science Center, Map #46
    Open to Off Campus Guests
  • Join the Catholic Community for a special family weekend coffee hour at noon, followed by Mass led by Catholic Chaplain, Fr. Peter El Hachem. Bring your parents and families to meet others practicing your same faith! 

    When  12:00 p.m. Sunday, November 2
    Where  Chapel, Map #56
  • Join us for a special Family Weekend Soul Food! Soul Food is a student-led, casual Protestant Christian service that meets weekly on Sunday evenings. We are an open-minded and diverse group that gathers around Biblical themes, prayer, music, group discussion, and a delicious meal. All families & students are welcome to join and be in community with one another. 

    When  5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 2
    Where  Chapel, Map #56

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