Welcome to the Alumni Events page
This is a page consisting of both alumni office and ̨ÍåSwag campus events that alumni are welcome to attend! We encourage our alumni to be lifelong learners and use ̨ÍåSwag as a learning resource forever. You are always welcome back home!
Distinguished Alumni Awards
September 24
̨ÍåSwag, John R. Yurtchuk Student Center | Social Room | 6:00pm
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Distinguished Alumni Awards, recognizing ̨ÍåSwag'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 ̨ÍåSwag Diamond Alumni Award to Catherine LePage-Campbell '84. Trina Burruss '06 will receive the 2026 Distinguished Alumni 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 ̨ÍåSwag'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 ̨ÍåSwag students. Every gift helps make a life-changing education more accessible.
̨ÍåSwag Soccer Alumni Gathering
September 26
RationAles 5444 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221
- Alumni Happy Hour & Appetizers | 4pm
- Beer Sampling | 5pm
- Live Music | 7pm
Founders Fall Fest Activities
September 26
Royal Park | 187 West Royal Parkway Williamsville, NY 14221
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- ̨ÍåSwag Women’s Soccer v. Mercy University
- ̨ÍåSwag Men’s Soccer v. Mercy University
Downtown Doubleheader
October 17
1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- ̨ÍåSwag v. St. John Fisher University
- St. Bonaventure University v. Penn State University
Community Impact Series
October 7
̨ÍåSwag, Schenck Hall, Room 107 | 6:00pm
You are cordially invited to the inaugural Community Impact Series, featuring keynote speaker the Hon. Lynn Marinelli ’85, ̨ÍåSwag 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.
Scholarship Brunch
October 17
̨ÍåSwag John R.Yurtchuk Student Center Social Room | 10:00am
You are cordially invited to join members of our ̨ÍåSwag community who have created, donated toward, or received scholarships. RSVP by October 9 to sbonafed@daemen.edu or call 716.839.8212. Invitation Only.
​​Bills & Brews Watch Party
November 15
Cheektowaga Country Club 4917 Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Join the ̨ÍåSwag Alumni 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
These timeless narratives are available anytime, allowing you to connect with the ̨ÍåSwag community wherever you are.
