Orange Central Schedule

iSchool Alumni and Student Networking Event

4-6 p.m.
Hinds Hall, iCafe, Room 023

Meet with iSchool alumni and students to build Orange connections! Take advantage of this unique opportunity for students to connect with accomplished graduates, engage in meaningful conversations, exchange valuable insights and establish new professional relationships.

Program Cost: No charge.

50th and 60th Reunion Welcome Reception

5-6:30 p.m.
Chancellor’s House, 300 Comstock Ave.
Closed captioning services provided for program.

Reconnect with friends and classmates as you celebrate your milestone reunions for the classes of 1963 and 1973. Hear from Kent Syverud, Chancellor and President of Syracuse University. Enjoy this exclusive reception as you kick off your reunion weekend!

Shuttles will pick guests up from Courtyard by Marriott Carrier Circle and the Courtyard Armory Square and Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square at 4:30 p.m., Crown Plaza at 4:35 p.m. and Sheraton Hotel at 4:40 p.m. If you choose to drive, park in the University Avenue Garage and catch the shuttle at 4:50 p.m. to the Chancellor’s House. At 6:30 p.m., shuttles transport guests back to their hotels and the garage from the Chancellor’s House.

Attire: Business casual
Program Cost: No charge; includes drinks and heavy hors d’oeuvres.

50th Law Reunion Celebration Dinner

6-8 p.m.
Eleven Waters, Marriott Syracuse Downtown

Members of the College of Law Class of 1973 are invited to a special 50th Reunion celebration dinner with drinks. Join us for an evening of memories, laughter and reconnecting with old friends! Complimentary valet parking provided.

Program Cost: No charge, includes dinner.

Hendricks Chapel Choir Open Rehearsal

7-9 p.m.
Hendricks Chapel, Main Chapel

The Hendricks Chapel Choir is an auditioned, mixed ensemble representing many of the colleges and majors available at Syracuse University and the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. All are welcome to attend this open weekly rehearsal under the direction of Dr. José “Peppie” Calvar.

Program Cost: No charge.

1870 Society Breakfast

9-10 a.m.
Newhouse 3, I-3 Center

Join us for this exclusive breakfast reception open only to members of the 1870 Society, who will be recognized and honored as ambassadors of the University for their transformative power of philanthropy. By making a gift that matures in the future, members of the 1870 Society change lives at the University and ensure its future.

Program Cost: No charge, includes breakfast.

State of the College of Law Address

10-11 a.m.
Dineen Hall, Third Floor, Eleanor Theodore L’52 Lecture Hall
Closed captioning will be provided.

Join Dean Craig M. Boise for the annual State of the College Address. Learn about new strategic initiatives, academic successes and the student experience. Light breakfast refreshments will be served.

Program Cost: No charge, light refreshments.

Lunch with the Judiciary

Noon-1 p.m.
Dineen Hall, David Levy Atrium

Join the College of Law and members of our judiciary community for lunch with keynote speaker the Honorable Brenda K. Sannes, Chief United States District Judge for the Northern District of New York.

Program Cost: No charge.

Senior Alumni Lunch

Noon-2 p.m.
Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center, Regency Ballroom
Closed captioning services provided for program.

Join us for an exclusive celebration of alumni who graduated in and prior to 1973! Reminisce with classmates, browse yearbooks, add your memory to our memory board and pose for a fun photo with Otto. Special tables will be set for our milestone reunion classes of 1963 and 1973 and for other classes coming back to campus. Afterwards, visit our open houses, exhibits and other programs!

Program Cost: $10; includes lunch, light dessert, coffee, tea and soft drinks.

U.S. Supreme Court 2023-24 Preview

1:15-4:15 p.m.
Dineen Hall, Melanie Gray Ceremonial Courtroom
Closed captioning services provided for program

The College of Law’s annual U.S. Supreme Court Preview brings together journalists, litigators and academics to discuss cases pending before the Supreme Court. The College of Law’s seventh annual Supreme Court Preview program will examine the pending cases on the docket for the 2023-24 term. This event provides three Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for guests.

Program Cost: No charge.

Campus Walking Tour

3-4 p.m.
Meet at Einhorn Family Walk outside of Schine Student Center

Explore campus during our walking tour led by the Office of Admissions' U100 student ambassadors. See how campus has grown from its founding to now! The weather in Syracuse can be fickle, so check out the local weather report, dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes—the tour will go on, rain or shine.

Program Cost: No charge.

Art Museum Open House

3-4:30 p.m.
Shaffer Art Building, First Floor, Art Museum

Join us for an open house at the SU Art Museum. Explore our newly installed galleries with selections from our collection of global art. Check out our new special exhibitions featuring the ceramic work of the Onondaga artist Peter B. Jones. We’ll have a pop-up tour with our curators at 3:30 p.m. as well as special giveaways. Don’t forget to have your Syracuse University Exhibits Passport stamped for a chance to win our exclusive All Things Orange Prize Pack!

Program Cost: No charge.

ITS MakerSpace Open House: 10 Years in the Making

3-4:30 p.m.
ITS MakerSpace, Kimmel Hall, Room 029

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the ITS MakerSpace! What was once the Jabberwocky Nightclub has since transformed into a fabrication lab with 20+ 3D printers, various textile machines, milling equipment, laser engravers and more. Explore our new technology, chat with current students, hear from alumni, enjoy refreshments and receive your own “MakerSpace-made” item! Don’t forget to have your Syracuse University Exhibits Passport stamped for a chance to win our exclusive All Things Orange Prize Pack. All ages are welcome!

Program Cost: No charge.

Meet the Curator!

3-4:30 p.m.
Bird Library, Sixth Floor, Special Collections Research Center

Come view the exhibition “In Pursuit of Justice: Pan Am Flight 103,” curated by Pan Am 103 Archivist Vanessa St. Oegger-Menn, who will be on hand to answer questions and offer insights into the materials. The exhibit consists of items from the Archives documenting the Dec. 21, 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, including photographs, artifacts and original documents.

Program Cost: No charge.

Open House at 119 Euclid

3-4:30 p.m.
119 Euclid Avenue

Visit 119 Euclid, a space that encourages students to celebrate and affirm Black culture, experiences and history! Join us for an opportunity to engage with our staff and student leaders, take a tour of the space and learn more about our programs and services. Refreshments will be provided.

Program Cost: No charge; includes lights snacks and waters.

Orange Tank Business Pitch Competition

3-4:30 p.m.
Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Concourse Floor, Lender Auditorium

In celebration of entrepreneurship, we invite you to Whitman for our Orange Tank competition. Watch student and alumni pitch their ventures to win cash prizes!

Program Cost: No charge.

Student Entrepreneur Showcase

3-4:30 p.m.
Bird Library, First Floor, Blackstone LaunchPad

The Blackstone LaunchPad at SU Libraries is Syracuse University’s innovation community, connecting the campus ecosystem with a global network that supports innovators, entrepreneurs and creatives. Come inside our entrepreneurial hub and check out our student entrepreneur showcase! Lights snacks and waters will be available.

Program Cost: No charge; includes lights snacks and waters.

College of Professional Studies Open House

3-4:30 p.m.
University College, Lobby

Visit the home of the College of Professional Studies (formerly University College) and meet Dean Michael Frasciello and other staff. Learn about the online degrees and professional development programs offered to alumni. Stop by and pick up your Professional Studies alumni gift! Light snacks and waters provided.

Program Cost: No charge; includes light snacks and waters.

200 Walnut Place Open House

3-4:30 p.m.
200 Walnut Place, Syracuse

Visit the on-campus home of Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving and the Office of Multicultural Advancement! Grab a snack, pick up some swag, browse our yearbook library and meet some of our students and staff when you stop by the house. Make your own button or decorate your own canvas tote to take with you!

Program Cost: No charge, includes lights snacks and waters.

Maxwell Countdown to Centennial: Open House and Dean's Meet and Greet

3-5 p.m.
Eggers Hall, Second Floor, Dr. Paul and Natalie Strasser Legacy Room, Room 220
Closed captioning will be provided.

Connect with fellow alumni as we count down to Maxwell’s centennial during a special reception with Dean David M. Van Slyke, school leadership, faculty, staff and students! At 4:30 p.m. there will be Maxwell updates, including a preview of plans to mark the school’s 100th anniversary. Light snacks and waters provided.

Program Cost: No charge, includes light snacks and waters.

Game On: Esports Open House

3-6 p.m.
Barnes Center at The Arch, Esports Room
Only those 18+ can participate.

Whether you’re an avid gamer or a first timer, stop by the designated esports gaming room when you’re on campus! Check out and try your hand at a variety of games (think Fortnite, Mario Kart 8 or playing cards!), test your driving skills at the SIM racing station and finish with our relaxing virtual reality sampler. Meet with students, staff and faculty and find out the latest news on esports at Syracuse University.

Program Cost: No charge.

The State of Diversity and Inclusion

4-5 p.m.
Hendricks Chapel, Noble Room
Closed captioning will be provided.

Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion Mary Grace Almandrez will share her insights on the current state of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility and what it means for students, faculty, staff and alumni. Audience members will be encouraged to participate in a Q&A session that will follow her presentation.

Program Cost: No charge.

The Hill Society Reception

4:30-6 p.m.
The National Veterans Resource Center, Third Floor, Parade Grounds
Closed captioning will be provided.

The Hill Society, a dedicated network of leadership annual donors who share a common goal of supporting the University’s highest priorities, is hosting an exclusive gathering during Orange Central weekend. Enjoy a cocktail reception and hear from students and campus leadership!

Program Cost: No charge, includes reception.

School of Education Collaborative Research Event

4:30-6 p.m.
Huntington Hall, Room 070B
Closed captioning will be provided.

Join us for a School of Education community event that will feature a panel of our faculty, undergraduate students and graduate students as they discuss collaborative, education-focused research and creative projects. If you can’t make it in-person, reach out to jlpuccia@syr.edu to attend virtually, and we'll email you a link.

Program Cost: No charge, includes light refreshments.

SOLD OUT - Syracuse Samplings

4:30-6 p.m.
Martin J. Whitman School of Management, First Floor Flaum Grand Hall

Our Syracuse Samplings reception will feature offerings from alumni entrepreneurs and local food and beverage purveyors. Stop by to taste local brews, barbeque and more while browsing products from alumni-founded businesses. Admission includes a JMA Wireless Dome-approved Whitman game day tote bag!

Program Cost: $10, includes food, beverages and game day tote bag.

Syracuse Architecture Celebrates 150 Years!

4:30-6 p.m.
Slocum Hall, First Floor, Slocum Atrium

Join Syracuse Architecture students, faculty and staff in a celebration of 150 years as the School of Architecture. Enjoy a program with special guests!

Program Cost: No charge.

Newhouse School of Public Communications Diversity Alumni Reception

4:30-6 p.m.
Newhouse 1, First Floor, Miron Room and Newhouse 1 Lobby

Visit us and reunite with faculty, staff and fellow classmates! Meet Dean Mark Lodato and Rockell Brown Burton, Associate Dean of Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility. Take a tour of our three-building facility and enjoy drinks and food from local Syracuse vendors. The program is free to attend and includes a reception with beer and wine.

Program Cost: No charge; includes reception.

Army and Air Force ROTC Alumni Reunion

4:30-6 p.m.
National Veterans Resource Center, First Floor, Bisignano Grand Hall
Closed captioning will be provided.

Join us at this exclusive networking reception for Army and Air Force ROTC alumni and hear from Vice Chancellor Mike Haynie. Learn about the demographic cliff and the recent event, “The All-Volunteer Force at 50, Advancing Education’s Commitment and Duty to Student Veterans and Our National Defense” and its impending concern to universities and national security.

Program Cost: No charge, includes reception.

Shabbat Celebration and Dinner with the Syracuse Hillel Community

5-7:30 p.m.
Winnick Hillel Center for Jewish Life, First Floor, Auditorium and Dining Hall

Reconnect with your Hillel community and celebrate Jewish life at Syracuse! Join Syracuse Hillel for Shabbat services at 5:30 p.m. followed by a delicious dinner at 6:15 p.m.

Program Cost: No charge; includes Shabbat dinner.

College of Law Awards Celebration

6-10 p.m.
Dineen Hall, David Levy Atrium
Closed captioning will be provided.

Our inaugural College of Law Awards brings the college’s most prestigious awards into one night. Join us for an evening of celebration as we recognize the achievements of our law community. After the awards ceremony, stay to enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeurves and dinner.

Then join us for an awards after-party hosted by the College of Law Inclusion Council. Guests will enjoy specialty cocktails, desserts, and lots of music – make sure to bring your dancing shoes!

Program Cost: No charge, includes cocktail reception, dinner, and after party.

SOLD OUT - Forever Orange Friday

6:30-10 p.m.
Shaw Quad, Orange Central Tent

Join us for a casual, fun and family-friendly evening on the Quad! Enjoy delicious cookout eats, photo booths, lawn games, caricature and balloon artists and more. Gather your classmates to celebrate and create your own reunion table. Dance through the decades as our DJ plays the hits from your time on campus. Submit your song suggestions when you sign up and listen to see if it’s played. Dress like you did when you were a student – fashion always comes full circle!

From 6:30-8:30 p.m., visit these campus organizations at their tables, hear from students and staff and snag some swag:

• 119 Euclid
• Center of International Services
• CitrusTV
• Disability Cultural Center
• Fraternity and Sorority Affairs
• First Year Seminar (FYS 101)
• Institute for Veterans and Military Families
• LGBTQ Resource Center
• Mary Ann Shaw Center for Public & Community Service
• New Student Programs
• Office of Cultural Engagement for the Hispanic Community
• Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA)
• Office of Veteran and Military Affairs
• Ongwehonwe Alumni Association and the Native Student Program
• Phanstiel Scholars
• Remembrance and Lockerbie Scholars
• Senior Class Marshals
• Syracuse Abroad
• Syracuse Club Baseball
• Syracuse University Art Museum
• Syracuse University Ambulance
• Syracuse University Athletics
• WJPZ

Program Cost: Reg $25/Youth under 21 $10; includes an exclusive giveaway, dinner, desserts, soft drinks and two drink tickets.

What Happens at Hendricks?

6-7:30 p.m.
Hendricks Chapel, Lower Level, Noble Room
Closed captioning provided.

Hendricks Chapel, the spiritual heart of Syracuse University, is the student-centered global home for religious, spiritual, moral and ethical life. Established in 1930 as a home for all faiths and place for all people, the chapel now hosts 16 chaplains, 26 student-led religious and spiritual life groups, and sponsors over 1,400 programs for more than 650,000 annual attendees. For those interested in learning more about the diverse and dynamic happenings of Hendricks Chapel, this is an open-house style opportunity to visit with chaplains, staff and student leaders.

Program Cost: No charge.

Stargazing Presented by the College of Arts and Sciences

7-10 p.m.
Holden Observatory

Have you ever wondered about what exactly Holden Observatory looks like inside? You may not have had a chance to peek inside as a student, but stop by anytime during Forever Orange Friday on the Quad! Join Department of Physics students for a rare opportunity to learn about the history of this iconic building, climb the winding staircase and gaze at the stars through our historic 1887 telescope. This special event is hosted by the Department of Physics and the College of Arts and Sciences.

Program Cost: No charge.

Syracuse University Marching Band Open Rehearsal

7-9 p.m.
JMA Wireless Dome, On the field

Listen in and watch the Syracuse University Marching Band during a special open rehearsal as they prepare to perform during Saturday's football game vs. Clemson!

Program Cost: No charge.

Generation Orange Celebration

8:30-10:30 p.m.
JMA Wireless Dome, Club 44

If you graduated between 2013 and 2023, this party is for you! Join fellow young alumni for a great, late-night gathering featuring local snacks, drinks, photo opps with Otto and more. Join this special celebration hosted by the Generation Orange Leadership Council. Receive a special Gen O button and gift! Guests may enter through Gate A.

A shuttle will depart the Quad between Steele Hall and Heroy Geology Building to take you to your exclusive event at 8:15 p.m. Shuttles will depart from Gate A at 10:30 p.m. to take you back to your Orange Central hotel or the University Avenue Garage.

Program Cost: Generation Orange $11/Class of 2023 $5; includes an exclusive giveaway, appetizers, desserts and two drink tickets.

College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) Dean's Breakfast

9-10:30 a.m.
Link Hall, First Floor, Room 160, Auditorium and Vestibule

Reconnect with fellow ECS alumni over breakfast and mimosas! Listen in as Dean Cole Smith shares exciting news about the future of the college and our strategic plan. Tours of Link Hall facilities and engineering labs will be offered immediately following the breakfast.

Program Cost: No Charge, includes breakfast and mimosas.

Newhouse School Dean's Breakfast

9-10:30 a.m.
Newhouse 3, food.com, Room 244
Closed captioning will be provided.

Join fellow Newhouse alumni, along with faculty and staff, for a pregame brunch with Dean Mark Lodato. Hear the latest school updates and join our student ambassadors for a tour of the Newhouse School’s state-of-the-art facilities, including our high-tech production studios. Stop by our alumni table at the event for some special Newhouse swag!

Program Cost: No charge; includes breakfast.

Syracuse Abroad Breakfast

9-10:30 a.m.
Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel, Comstock Ballroom
Closed captioning will be provided.

Join us for a special breakfast reception and reconnect with fellow Syracuse Abroad alumni! Hear from some of our outstanding students and alumni about their experiences abroad.

Program Cost: No charge; includes breakfast.

Falk College Dean’s Breakfast

9-10:30 a.m.
White Hall, Room 335
Closed captioning is provided.

Join us for our annual breakfast and meet the Dean of Falk College. Connect with fellow Falk College alumni and current students! Listen to the Dean share exciting updates and news about all the happenings within Falk College and receive a guided tour.

Program Cost: No charge, includes breakfast and fun giveaways.

Multicultural Alumni Breakfast

9-10:30 a.m.
Martin J. Whitman School of Management, First Floor, Flaum Grand Hall
Closed captioning services provided for program.

Enjoy a hot delicious breakfast with the Office of Multicultural Advancement, fellow alumni, Our Time Has Come (OTHC) Scholars and Leaders and current students. Join us for an update on the OTHC program and hear inspirational stories from our stellar alumni!

Program Cost: No charge; includes breakfast.

Campus Walking Tour

10-11 a.m.
Meet at Einhorn Family Walk outside of Schine Student Center

Explore campus during our walking tour led by the Office of Admissions' U100 student ambassadors. See how campus has grown fromits founding to now! The weather in Syracuse can be fickle, so check out the local weather report, dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes—the tour will go on, rain or shine.

Program Cost: No charge.

SOLD OUT - Orange Central Tailgate

10a.m. to noon
Shaw Quad, Orange Central Tent

Catch the Orange spirit at this family-friendly event. Get ready for the game with delicious tailgate fare, giveaways and fun pictures in the photo booths. Otto will stop by and the Marching Band will perform, so have your cameras ready! Wear your best game-day attire. Tailgate will end just before kickoff.

Program Cost: Reg $20/Youth under 21 $10; includes exclusive giveaway, food stations, soft drinks and two drink tickets.

Marching Band Alumni Photo

11 a.m.
Steps of Hendricks Chapel

While you’re enjoying our tailgate, celebrate with the Marching Band during their pregame performance. Listen for your cue to join them for the traditional Marching Band photo on the steps of Hendricks Chapel.

Program Cost: No charge.

Syracuse vs. Clemson Football Game

Noon
JMA Wireless Dome

If you haven’t already purchased your Clemson tickets using the link in the Orange Central email we sent on July 11, you can purchase Syracuse vs. Clemson football tickets ($63/each; tickets will be in the 300 level) by following the directions in your confirmation email. These discounted tickets are limited, so get them before they’re gone! Our Orange Central Cheer section closes September 29.

Syracuse vs. Clemson Football Game - 50th/60th Reunion Section

Noon
JMA Wireless Dome

If you haven’t already purchased your Clemson tickets using the link in the Orange Central email we sent on July 11, you can purchase Syracuse vs. Clemson football tickets ($63/each; tickets will be in the 300 level) by following the directions in your confirmation email. These discounted tickets are limited, so get them before they’re gone! Our Orange Central Cheer section closes September 29.

Sober Skate

8-11 p.m.
Tennity Ice Skating Pavilion, 511 Skytop Road

Skate the night away in a safe, substance-free space during Orange Central weekend with alumni and students! Skate rentals and an NHL regulation-sized rink included. Bundle up after the game and glide into the evening hours. This event is in partnership with Orange After Dark, the Barnes Center at The Arch recovery programs and the Office of Alumni Engagement. Orange Central shuttles will stop here on their loops from 8-11 p.m. Saturday, and an additional shuttle to and from the Quad to the rink will be provided during this time. Parking is also available onsite.

Program Cost: No charge.

SOLD OUT - Forever Orange Brunch: Boeheim Beyond Basketball

9-11 a.m.
Schine Student Center, Goldstein Auditorium
Closed captioning services provided for program.

Forever Orange Brunch: Boeheim Beyond Basketball has reached capacity. If you are interested in viewing the program, we encourage you to sign up for the virtual offering of the program so you can watch it live or watch a recording afterwards at your leisure.

Program Cost: Reg $15/Youth under 21 $10; includes brunch buffet, brunch cocktails and other beverages.